Rajesh Yabaji

Co-Founder & CEO, BlackBuck

[DK Shivakumar @DKShivakumar]

Visited the construction site of the Ejipura Flyover and I am happy to see that full-scale work has commenced. This elevated corridor is designed to ease traffic congestion along the Koramangala–Ejipura stretch.

We are committed to completing the project by June 2026 and ensuring this vital link serves our residents without further delay.

[Rajesh Yabaji @YABAJI]

@palkush Ofcourse. Let me send you an email.

[Rajesh Yabaji @YABAJI]

Wow! All the best Palkush! ❤️

[Palkush Chawla @palkush]

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[@OfficeOfDevendra @Devendra_Office]

Mumbai today stands as a testament to CM Devendra Fadnavis’ decisions and unwavering commitment to its development under the visionary leadership of Hon PM Narendra Modi Ji.

@Dev_Fadnavis @GffFintechfest @kunalb11
#Maharashtra #DevendraFadnavis #FintechFest2025 #GFF

[Rajesh Yabaji @YABAJI]

@arnav_kumar You need a vacation :-)

[DK Shivakumar @DKShivakumar]

Our team is working round the clock to ensure the best for Namma Bengaluru.
We have asked all our commissioners to be on the field listening to people, taking swift and effective actions.

[DK Shivakumar @DKShivakumar]

Listening with Purpose. Acting with Impact.

Every day, nearly 1,000 potholes are being filled across Bengaluru through coordinated efforts. Our workers and engineers are on the ground in all zones, ensuring both speed and quality in the repairs. This massive drive shows our government’s commitment to solving long-pending civic issues.

#NammaBengaluru

[Caleb @caleb_friesen]

got the high score on Pothole Patrol: Sarjapur Road

I lived on Sarjapur Road for multiple years. met multiple small accidents due to potholes + silt/sand between 2018 and 2023. always kept dettol and bandages in my backpack

which stretch in Bengaluru should I patrol next?

[Shantanu @Marine_Indian]

Dare you to count the potholes
Bengaluru | Varthur - Gunjur - Panathur
@INCIndia @BJP4India @blrcitytraffic @DKShivakumar @CMofKarnataka @timesofindia @ndtv @ndtvindia @DeccanHerald @livemint @ABPNews @nitin_gadkari @LogicalIndians @BrutIndia @PMOIndia @OfficeOfNG
#NammaPotholes

[DK Shivakumar @DKShivakumar]

Our government is paying attention to the concerns of Bengalureans. Potholes across the city are being filled and roads resurfaced to provide smoother and safer journeys for everyone.

[Mohandas Pai @TVMohandasPai]

Bengaluru Outer Ring Road To See Major Upgrades: Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh Orders Urgent Fixes To Ease Traffic Woes | TheBengaluruLive - Bengaluru/Bangalore News - Read Latest News And Live Updates. https://t.co/JElIspkNcP And Kannada. https://t.co/VswVOTfP9W

[Mohandas Pai @TVMohandasPai]

Thank you Minister @DKShivakumar you are ourMinister. please focus on improving our city. Businesses are getting scared after your earlier statement. We should not live in fear. We are a democracy. Please re assure people of your full support and no fear from you. Thanks

[Mohandas Pai @TVMohandasPai]

Bengaluru Braces For Traffic Crunch As Offices End WFH From October 1 Due To... | Bengaluru-news News - News18. REQUEST ALL IT COS TO CONTINUE WFH TILL NOVEMBER 30. Our DCM ⁦@DKShivakumar⁩ haS promised to improve roads,fill potholes. Please consider https://t.co/9LleAEMDO2

[Abhinav Chaturvedi @AbhinavC]

A decade in, starting a new journey with @abhirajbhal, @varunkhaitan @ra9z @urbancompany_UC @subratamitra @Accel @accelindia

https://t.co/ZUdWSQlZeW

[Rajesh Yabaji @YABAJI]

ORR (Bellandur) has been our “office + home” for the last 9 years. But it’s now very-very hard to continue here. 💔

We have decided to move out.

Background:
- Average commute for my colleagues shot up to 1.5+ hrs (one way)
- Roads full of potholes & dust, coupled with lowest intent to get them rectified
- Didn’t see any of this changing in the next 5 years

[Rajesh Yabaji @YABAJI]

Yes. Adding,

Missionary VC is a plus.
Lazy VC is ok.
Typical VC is not ok. 😬

[Rahul Chowdhri @rchowdhri]

I was humbled by the response to my recent post on why founders should diligence VCs. Clearly, this is a conversation many people feel strongly about.

Several founders asked me a natural follow-up: what exactly should founders be looking for in VCs?

In my experience, a few questions matter far more than others.
1) Does the VC bring genuine value in the boardroom, or do they simply create noise?
2) Who is the individual on the board? Yes, the fund’s brand matters. But in most cases, it's that particular person that makes the difference. Has this person taken the pain to understand your business? Does this person have their own standing in the venture firm?
3) What expertise and perspective do they offer that can help the company navigate growth?
4) When things get tough, how do they behave? Do they act first in the company’s interest, or the fund’s?
5) And finally, is there an alignment between the founder’s ambition and the investor’s expectations?

The best way to uncover this is by speaking directly with other founders the VC has backed, across both successful and difficult journeys. Over time, consistent patterns of behavior emerge.

Just as investors diligence founders, founders should feel equally empowered to diligence their investors. At its core, this is a long-term relationship…one that works best when built on trust, alignment, and mutual respect.

[Rahul Raj @startupkesari]

Saturday is turning into a ritual with @YABAJI @me_iam_paddy @VickyDodani.

[Rajesh Yabaji @YABAJI]

Hyrox mein entry ka prerequisite 6-pack Abs hain kya?

[Girish Mathrubootham @mrgirish]

After 15 years, I’m stepping down as Executive Chairman of Freshworks effective from December 1st 2025

What started in Chennai grew into a global SaaS company on Nasdaq — thanks to an amazing team & customers. 🙏

Freshworks will always be Kudumba and thanks to the incredible people and culture, it’s been the journey of a lifetime. ❤️

Next, I’ll focus on Together Fund & AI startups — working towards India’s dream of becoming a Product Nation. 🇮🇳✨