Who is Samyak Chakrabarty? Meet the co-founder of Navya Naveli Nanda's Nimaya Foundation

Samyak Chakrabarty, co-founder of Nimaya Foundation alongside Navya Naveli Nanda, is drawing attention for his work at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship and social impact. The entrepreneur recently joined Nanda in meeting Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to discuss expanding an artificial intelligence initiative for young women across the state. With experience in building AI systems for nonprofits and designing learning simulations, Chakrabarty brings a technology-focused approach to social change. His professional background and education offer a closer look at the person behind the initiative.

Samyak Chakrabarty’s education and professional background

According to his LinkedIn bio, Chakrabarty works on AI systems designed to improve how large-scale nonprofit organisations function. His work also involves creating simulations intended to change how people learn, think and act. His LinkedIn profile states that Forbes has recognised him as one of Asia’s most influential young entrepreneurs. Chakrabarty pursued a Bachelor of Mass Media, specialising in advertising, marketing and media, at Jai Hind College in Mumbai.

Samyak Chakrabarty has held several roles spanning social and behavioural change, entrepreneurship, youth leadership and marketing. He has served as a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Social and Behavior Change at Ashoka University and founded Workverse and The Smart Fellowship in Mumbai, where he is also Managing Director. He spent nine years as President of the Young Changemakers Conclave at the United Nations in India and has also worked as Chief Youth Marketer at DDB Mudra Group.

Samyak Chakrabarty and Navya Naveli Nanda meet Assam CM

On October 9, Nimaya Foundation co-founders Navya Naveli Nanda and Samyak Chakrabarty met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in Guwahati. Their meeting focused on a proposal to bring the GenAI Ready Naari programme to young women across Assam, particularly those from tribal and underserved communities.

The proposed initiative aims to widen access to generative artificial intelligence learning opportunities for women who may otherwise have limited exposure to emerging technologies. The meeting placed the programme’s expansion within a broader effort to make AI-related skills more accessible to young women in the state.

What is Nimaya Foundation?

Nimaya Foundation is associated with Navya Naveli Nanda and Samyak Chakrabarty, who are working together on initiatives focused on women and technology. The proposed expansion of GenAI Ready Naari to Assam reflects the organisation’s interest in bringing emerging technology education to young women, with particular attention to communities that have historically faced barriers to access.

Chakrabarty’s stated focus on AI systems and learning simulations aligns with the technological dimension of the initiative, while the programme’s proposed reach highlights its emphasis on inclusion.

Navya Naveli Nanda announces Naveli Ventures

Separately, Navya recently announced a new venture initiative, Naveliventures, describing it as the strategic venture arm of the Nanda Family Office. In her social media post, she said the initiative would support ideas and founders working across sectors including deep technology, space, clean energy, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and healthcare.

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Nanda explained that businesses seeking to solve significant problems need more than funding to grow. They also need early-stage belief, consistent support, industry relationships and expertise. She said Naveliventures aims to provide founders with these resources alongside capital, helping companies develop over the long term.

Calling the announcement the beginning of a new chapter, Nanda shared her excitement about building the initiative and supporting emerging technologies and entrepreneurs shaping India’s future.