Bhumika Chauhan
At 32, many professionals are still navigating mid-level careers. But Shantanu Barai, Founder of IAVerse, is steering one of India’s most promising deep-tech companies toward global impact. His company, launched in 2022 with just ₹3 lakhs, has already crossed a turnover of ₹12 crores, powered by its flagship platforms—iTwinity and iSimulo.
The essence of IAVerse lies in industrial modernization. Shantanu observed how outdated systems crippled efficiency and limited visibility in manufacturing and infrastructure. His solution: bring industries into Industry 4.0 with immersive, data-driven tools that don’t replace but enhance existing infrastructure.
The innovation is compelling. With iTwinity, industries gain a real-time digital twin, visualizing every operational detail. With iSimulo, they can test process changes, train employees, and predict outcomes in AR/VR before disrupting live operations. This integrated framework makes modernization efficient, cost-effective, and low-risk.
Challenges were inevitable. Traditional industries resisted change, skeptical of unproven technologies. Integration with decades-old systems was another hurdle. Shantanu overcame these by proving value through pilot implementations that delivered measurable results. Slowly, resistance gave way to adoption.
Recognition soon followed. From winning the Digital Visionary of the Year 2025 (Blindwink Awards) to the Most Transformative Digital Twin Innovation Award, IAVerse has established itself as a leader in its domain. CIO Tech Outlook also named it among the Top 10 Promising Deeptech Companies in India.
But beyond the accolades, Shantanu’s mission is clear: future-proofing industries. By reducing downtime, enhancing decision-making, and optimizing workflows, IAVerse is making organizations more competitive and sustainable.
Shantanu’s entrepreneurial journey is fueled by his admiration for Satya Nadella, whose transformation of Microsoft proved that legacy platforms can indeed evolve into future-ready powerhouses. Inspired, Shantanu is positioning IAVerse not just as a company, but as a movement in industrial modernization.
Looking forward, he aims to expand IAVerse globally, tapping into smart city development, infrastructure projects, and advanced manufacturing ecosystems. His advice for entrepreneurs is timeless: “Focus on solving problems that matter and prioritize long-term value over short-term wins.”
From Kolkata’s Sector V to global boardrooms, Shantanu Barai is leading a revolution. IAVerse is not just another tech company—it is India’s digital twin powerhouse.
