From Indian Air Force Aspirant to Global Startup Recognition: The Inspiring Journey of Rajasthan’s Young Entrepreneur Mr. Sunil Saharan
Today we are talking about a determined entrepreneur who once absented himself from a stable Indian Air Force job to chase his startup dream. After facing a tough failure in his first venture, his new tech startup has now earned a place in the prestigious Y Combinator Accelerator Program — one of the world’s top startup programs.
A Dream Beyond Uniforms: The Beginning Sunil Saharan, a young man from Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, began his professional life serving in the Indian Air Force in 2019. To many, a government service job like this is a dream of stability and pride. But Sunil Saharan carried a different kind of dream — a dream to create something meaningful for India’s tech future.
In 2022, driven by passion and urgency, Sunil took one of the boldest decisions of his life. He absented himself from his secure Air Force service to start his entrepreneurial journey. With little knowledge of what lay ahead, he founded his first Ed-Tech startup UPTOP, only to witness a harsh failure.
Crushed but Unshaken: The Struggle Phase Sunil Saharan was doing well in his career, but his desire to build something of value was stronger than a safe life. The journey he chose, however, was not easy. He worked tirelessly — 16 to 18 hours a day, seven days a week, yet nothing seemed to move in his favor.
Investors showed no interest in his Ed-Tech model, revenues dried up, and eventually he had to shut down all operations. It was a mentally, financially, and emotionally draining phase — a moment where most would quit.
But Sunil didn’t.
The Soldier Attitude: Rising Again With the spirit of a soldier who refuses to leave the battlefield, Sunil returned with a fresh mindset. He started building a new tech startup, again pouring in 16 to 18 hours every single day for an entire year without worrying about setbacks or opinions.
Slowly, results started to show. The company began securing strong corporate clients and generating traction. After three long years of struggle, sacrifice, and persistence, the breakthrough finally arrived — the startup was selected for the Y Combinator Accelerator Program, one of the most competitive and globally respected platforms for startups.
Being selected out of thousands of Indian startups is a massive milestone for any founder. For a 27-year-old from a small town in Rajasthan, this is nothing less than extraordinary.
What is Y Combinator? Y Combinator (YC) is a leading American startup accelerator and venture capital organization. Since inception, YC has helped launch over 5,000 companies, including globally recognized giants like Airbnb, Coinbase, Reddit, Instacart, Stripe, Twitch, Scale AI, Dropbox, and DoorDash.
YC offers seed funding, direct mentorship from industry leaders, and access to a highly influential global network of founders, investors, and partners. Joining YC is considered one of the greatest opportunities a young startup can achieve.
Future Vision: Empowering India’s Businesses with Tech Sunil envisions building technological solutions for India’s booming MSME sector. His mission is to bring smart tech and AI automation to millions of small and medium enterprises, helping them improve efficiency, reduce operational load, and grow faster using automation.
In simple words, he aims to democratize technology so that Indian businesses, no matter how small, can scale like global companies.
A Story of Courage, Failure & Comeback Sunil Saharan’s journey is more than a startup success story — it is a reminder that real entrepreneurship demands courage, sacrifice, and an unbreakable spirit. He walked away from a secure career, faced failure head-on, stood tall through loneliness, and rebuilt himself from scratch.
Today, his story stands as an inspiration to every young Indian who dares to dream beyond the ordinary.

Today we are talking about a determined entrepreneur who once absented himself from a stable Indian Air Force job to chase his startup dream. After facing a tough failure in his first venture, his new tech startup has now earned a place in the prestigious Y Combinator Accelerator Program — one of the world’s top startup programs.








The ET Summit 2025 brought together India’s most influential stakeholders across real estate, proptech, and future living solutions — and
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This invitation was not incidental.
It was a clear indication that Youthville’s work is now influencing the national conversation on Student Housing & Co- living.
Why Youthville’s Presence at the Summit Mattered
The modern student housing and co-living industry is undergoing a major shift.
The demand for reliable, safe, and professionally managed accommodation is skyrocketing due to:
Youthville was invited because we are one of the few brands that have truly understood and responded to these shifts.
At the event, Youthville represented:
1. The Need for Standardised, Safe, and Regulated Hostels
For years, the youth have depended on unregulated PGs, unhygienic spaces, and unpredictable landlords.
Youthville fills this gap through:
We brought attention to the fact that student housing & co-living is not just about rooms; it is about responsibility.
2. Building a Community, Not Just Accommodation
Youthville emphasized that today’s youth expect connection, belonging, and emotional well-being.
Our centres are designed to offer:
This community-driven model is what differentiates Youthville from every other operator.
3. Youth-Centric Infrastructure for a Changing Generation
We highlighted the importance of creating environments that support:
Youthville’s design philosophy ensures a balance of privacy, productivity, and social interaction — something the Summit audience deeply resonated with.
Why Youthville was a Powerful Voice at ET Realty Summit
The panel discussions emphasized the future of co-living, student housing, and flexible living ecosystems.
Youthville contributed deeply with insights born out of real operational experience.
Our perspectives at the Summit were built on:
These insights reflected why Youthville is considered not just a brand, but a sector representative.
What Youthville Thinks About the Future of this Industry
Youthville believes that student-living and modern housing for young professionals in India are entering the most transformative decade.
Demand is rising faster than supply — but what the Youth demand today is different:
Youthville shared its views on how the industry must evolve:
These ideas positioned Youthville as a brand with both vision and responsibility.
What Problems Youthville Is Solving — And Why It Matters
At the Summit, we amplified the core gaps in India’s youth accommodation market:
Youthville is changing this through:
Youthville’s ecosystem is built on long-term care — not short-term rentals.
A Moment of Pride — And Responsibility
Being invited to ET Summit 2025 is a milestone, but more importantly, it is a message:
Youthville Hostels has become an essential contributor to the youth living landscape in West India.
We walked into the Summit not just representing a brand,
but representing the voice of lakhs of students & young professionals who deserve better living environments.
Youthville’s Commitment Ahead
This recognition strengthens our resolve to:
Youthville’s journey forward is guided by one commitment —
to be the most trusted youth living brand in India.
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