Full Name: Deepinder Goyal
Born: January 26, 1983 – Muktsar, Punjab, India
Known For: Founder & CEO of Zomato
Industry: Food Delivery, Tech Startups
Story:
Deepinder Goyal, a graduate from IIT Delhi, noticed a small but powerful problem while working at Bain & Company — colleagues queuing up for restaurant menus during lunch hours. What started as a simple solution called Foodiebay in 2008, soon evolved into Zomato, a platform that would disrupt India’s food industry.
From restaurant discovery to online delivery, table bookings, and even grocery delivery, Zomato kept innovating. Goyal led the company through ups and downs, including fierce competition, layoffs, and the pandemic. But his vision and perseverance turned Zomato into one of India’s biggest tech startups.
In 2021, Zomato’s IPO was a landmark event, symbolizing the coming-of-age of Indian consumer tech. Goyal, once just a coder with an idea, became a face of modern Indian entrepreneurship.
Key Achievements:
- Built Zomato, one of India’s top food-tech platforms
- Successfully launched Zomato IPO in 2021
- Expanded to multiple countries and scaled massively
- Known for user-centric innovation and startup culture
Famous Quote (inspired by his outlook):
“Build for the long term. Be patient. Keep serving.”
Legacy:
Deepinder Goyal’s journey reflects the power of solving small problems with big ambition. From scanning menus to delivering millions of meals daily, his story continues to inspire young founders across India and beyond.
