Nikunj Panchal

Nikunj Panchal is an experienced professional in entrepreneurship and engineering, currently serving as AVP and Project Lead at Startup TN since April 2021, focused on developing the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Tamil Nadu. Previously, Nikunj was the Founder of Aura Labs SIIC (December 2014 - July 2022) and the Manager at SRM FAB LAB (June 2016 - April 2021), where efforts included establishing a 20,000 square foot FabLab. At SRM University, Nikunj managed the SRM Innovation and Incubation Centre, successfully incubating 36 startups, with 8 raising subsequent funding. Nikunj's engineering background includes roles as a Mechatronics Engineer for the RUDRA Mars Rover project and SRM Team Robocon, with accolades for design and innovation. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Technology in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from SRM IST Chennai.