From Dropout to Infra Founder: How Sreejit at 22 Built Awish Infra Tech with IYEC’s Support
In an industry traditionally dominated by legacy players, Sreejit’s journey stands out for both his age and his approach. At just 22 years old, after dropping out of college, he founded Awish Infratech Private Limited, an infrastructure startup that is combining high-standard construction technology with affordability—a rare balance in India’s infrastructure sector.
Today, Awish Infratech Private Limited has achieved a ₹25 crore valuation, with ₹2.5 crore worth of running projects executed within two months of the company’s commencement, reflecting strong execution capability and operational discipline.
Execution Over Convention
Sreejit entered the infrastructure space with a belief that credibility is built on delivery, not credentials. Dropping out of college at 22, he chose to focus entirely on building a company that prioritizes timelines, accountability, and quality execution.
Instead of following traditional, slow-moving construction models, Awish Infra Tech adopted a technology-first mindset from the beginning—using modern tools, processes, and planning systems to reduce inefficiencies and improve build quality.
Using High-Standard Technology to Build Affordable Infrastructure
A defining aspect of Awish Infra Tech’s model is its use of high-standard construction technology—often associated with premium projects—and making it affordable for the middle class across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities.
Sreejit is actively integrating:
- Advanced construction planning and execution tools
- Modern project management and monitoring systems
- Technology-driven quality control and cost optimization
By leveraging technology to reduce waste, delays, and cost overruns, Awish Infra Tech is able to deliver high-quality infrastructure at accessible price points, without compromising on standards. This approach allows the company to bring premium construction practices into mass-market infrastructure projects.
Shaped and Accelerated by IYEC
A key factor in the startup’s structured growth has been its acceleration under the Indian Youth Entrepreneurship Council (IYEC). Through mentorship, strategic guidance, and
ecosystem access, IYEC helped shape Awish Infra Tech’s operational framework and long- term growth vision.
The company reached its current stage through a combination of Sreejit’s on-ground execution and IYEC’s structured acceleration support, ensuring both speed and sustainability.
Reflecting on the journey, Sreejit shared:
“Technology helps us maintain high standards, and IYEC’s mentorship helped us structure the business. Together, both allowed us to scale without losing control.”
A New-Age Infra Founder
As a 22-year-old college dropout founder, Sreejit represents a new generation of entrepreneurs applying startup thinking to traditional sectors. His focus on technology- enabled construction, affordability, and execution discipline positions Awish Infra Tech differently in a competitive market.
What Lies Ahead
With continued support from the Indian Youth Entrepreneurship Council, Awish Infra Tech aims to expand its footprint across multiple regions while continuing to use high-end construction technology to build reliable, affordable infrastructure.
The company’s journey highlights how young leadership, structured mentorship, and smart use of technology can together reshape even the most tra
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