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Rahul Narvekar wooed investors with a startup dream then left them with losses
Business
Published on 24 April 2026
He’s still invited to pitch after victims accuse him
From Chandigarh to Bengaluru and Jammu to Mumbai, investors and entrepreneurs say Rahul Narvekar’s India Network used a promise of startup growth followed by a sudden disappearance, leaving many with mounting losses. The most striking twist: despite allegations and harmed backers, he continues to be invited as a speaker at startup events, including in smaller towns.
- Investors across multiple cities allege a woo-and-vanish pattern
- Victims include entrepreneurs from Jammu to Mumbai and beyond
- Narvekar continues appearing at startup events despite accusations
- Claims raise questions about vetting and accountability in the ecosystem
Read the full story at The Economic Times
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