Rajeev Mantri is an Indian entrepreneur, investor, and writer, widely recognized for his work on governance, economics, and India’s civilisational identity. He is the co-author of A New Idea of India, which presents a forward-looking framework for the country’s future rooted in individual rights and cultural continuity.

Early Life & Education

Rajeev studied materials science and engineering at Northwestern University (USA) and later earned an MBA from Columbia Business School. His experiences across global academia and the Indian entrepreneurial ecosystem shaped his strategic worldview.

Writing & Publications

He has written extensively in leading newspapers and journals, contributing essays on governance, institutions, and entrepreneurship. His major work is:

• A New Idea of India: Individual Rights in a Civilisational State (2020, co-authored with Harsh Madhusudan)

Style & Themes

Mantri’s writing is strategic, argumentative, and forward-looking, focusing on institutional reform, individual rights, entrepreneurship, and India’s civilisational ethos.

Achievements

• Co-founder & Managing Director of Navam Capital, a venture capital firm
• Regular commentator on business, economics, and policy
• Regarded as an influential intellectual voice among India’s emerging thinkers

Beyond Writing

Mantri remains deeply engaged in entrepreneurship and venture capital, mentoring startups and investing in innovation-driven enterprises.

Future Work

He continues to contribute to India’s economic and cultural debates and is expected to publish further works on governance and entrepreneurship.

Quote / Philosophy

“A confident India must draw strength from her civilisational roots while embracing the future.” – Rajeev Mantri