Pitchin’ 180 Seconds Ignites Startup Energy at Sharda University, Greater Noida

PITCHIN’ 180 SECONDS — Where Ideas Meet Opportunity at Sharda University

A high-impact startup pitching event bringing founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders under one roof.

On 23rd February 2026, Sharda University, Greater Noida, witnessed an electrifying celebration of innovation as “Pitchin’ 180 Seconds” took center stage.

Presented by Unibazar and powered by Insights, the event challenged entrepreneurs to present their startup ideas in just 180 seconds — a format that demands clarity, confidence, and conviction.

With industry leaders forming the jury panel and emerging founders stepping up to pitch, the event became a powerful bridge between ideas and investment.

The Format — 180 Seconds That Can Change Everything

In the world of startups, attention spans are short and competition is intense. “Pitchin’ 180 Seconds” was designed to simulate real-world investor interactions.

Each participant had just three minutes to:

define the problem clearly
present their solution
explain the market opportunity
highlight traction or scalability
and make a compelling case for growth

This format ensured sharp thinking, structured storytelling, and impactful delivery.

Meet the Esteemed Jury Panel

The event featured a distinguished panel of investors, venture leaders, and ecosystem builders who evaluated startups on innovation, feasibility, scalability, and clarity.

Shivam Ahuja — Founder, Delhi Angels
Shorya Mittal — CEO, Richcrest Advisors
Shubham Jain — Partner, Invera Ventures
Avnish Rana — Angel Investor, Noida Angels Network
Shubham Chaturvedi — Angel Investor
Ayush Bansal — Investment Analyst, IPV
Anvit Baliga — Principal, Venture Catalysts
Vishrut Sinha — Senior Associate, PedalStart
Tanishq Jain — Ecosystem Builder, Startups & Angels
Navin Hemani — Head Strategic Investments, Zee Media
Om Sovan Das — VP, Masters’ Union Ventures
Lalit Kumar Bansal — Co-Founder, Bloomrise Ventures

Their insights, questions, and mentorship added depth and direction to every pitch presented.

Strengthening the Startup Ecosystem

Hosted at Sharda University, Greater Noida, the event demonstrated the institution’s commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship and innovation.

By bringing together students, founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders, “Pitchin’ 180 Seconds” created a platform where:

ideas received real-time feedback
founders gained investor visibility
collaborations were initiated
and future partnerships were sparked

The energy in the room reflected one clear message — India’s next generation of entrepreneurs is ready.

Official Media Partner — YourZourney

YourZourney proudly served as the Official Media Partner of the event, amplifying the voices of emerging founders and capturing the moments that define entrepreneurial journeys.

Through coverage, storytelling, and ecosystem engagement, YourZourney continues its mission of supporting founders and building visibility for innovation-driven communities.