About AproposDrive
Innovation
That Unlocks
New Possibilities.
We combine advanced engineering and innovation to create high-performance solutions that transform ideas into real-world impact.
Rare Earth Free
Built to Last
Made in India
OUR VISION & MISSION
To redefine electric motion through intelligent engineering and sustainable innovation — developing the next generation of electric motor, power electronics and control technologies that combine advanced electromagnetic design, intelligent control and system engineering to deliver high-performance, scalable and sustainable solutions for the mobility and industrial world.
Our Founders
Meet The Two Visionaries
Mr. Nimish Kothari
Co-Founder
A technology entrepreneur with an M.Tech from IIT Bombay, Nimish combines strong engineering experience with a focus on turning advanced technologies into scalable products and markets. At AproposDrive, he bridges technology and business — shaping product and market strategy, building strategic partnerships and developing the operational foundations to bring next-generation electric motor and power electronics technologies to market.
Mr. Nimish Kothari
Co-Founder
A technology entrepreneur with an M.Tech from IIT Bombay, Nimish combines strong engineering experience with a focus on turning advanced technologies into scalable products and markets. At AproposDrive, he bridges technology and business — shaping product and market strategy, building strategic partnerships and developing the operational foundations to bring next-generation electric motor and power electronics technologies to market.
Dr. Saurabh Nikam
Co-Founder
A deep-tech innovator leading AproposDrive's technological frontier, Saurabh brings doctoral expertise from IIT Bombay to solving the complex electromagnetic and control challenges at the heart of rare earth-free motor technology.Their work bridges rigorous academic research and hands-on engineering — turning breakthrough science into technology that's viable at mass-market scale.
Dr. Saurabh Nikam
Co-Founder
A deep-tech innovator leading AproposDrive's technological frontier, Saurabh brings doctoral expertise from IIT Bombay to solving the complex electromagnetic and control challenges at the heart of rare earth-free motor technology.Their work bridges rigorous academic research and hands-on engineering — turning breakthrough science into technology that's viable at mass-market scale.
Our Advisors
Business Advisor & MD. Pogli Co. Japan
A technology and business leader with extensive experience in the electronics industry and Japanese business ecosystem, Dr. Karun Malhotra leads Murata Business Engineering India, driving technology-led business development and commercialization. At AproposDrive, he provides strategic guidance on market development, partnerships and scaling the company’s technology platforms.
Technical Advisor & Professor. IIT Bombay
A distinguished expert in electrical machines, power electronics and motor drives, Prof. B. G. Fernandes brings deep expertise in switched reluctance and permanent-magnet technologies. He provides technical guidance to AproposDrive in advancing next-generation and rare-earth-free electric drive systems.
Est. 2016 · India
Our Journey
Traction and achievements
Incorporation
- Incorporation
- Motor Design house operations
Magnet-Free Motor Tech
- Magnet free motor Technology - SRM for ceiling fans
- SRM & PMSM designs for BUS
Drone Motors & Collaboration
- Ultra lightweight drone motors
- Collaboration with Japanese AL coil company
- Winner FLCTD: Pilot grant SRM
SRM Pilots & E-Mobility R&D
- 200 SRM fan pilots & field operational
- MCU R&D: E-mobility
- PMSM mid motor designs EV2W
E2W Pilots & Certification
- E2W Pilots 100,000+ km tested
- ARAI certified Bikes
MCU GEN2 Commercialization
- Successful licensing: 600+ units
- Commercialization on E-bikes
- 4KW rated, 300N peak
Wheel Drive POC
- Wheel Drive POC
- Winner FLCID: Pilot grant WTD
MCU GEN3 Platform
- 2000 km+ tested
- +15% range, 10% higher torque
- 1 kW to 6 kW MCU Platform R&D
- Rare Earth Free Motor R&D
Rare Earth Free Motor & Commercialization
- Winner CII Ascend: Rare Earth Free Motor Pilot
- E-Mobility Platform Commercialization