After 17 years, Ixigo, founded by Aloke Bajpai in 2006, debuted on the NSE at ₹ 138.10, well over the ₹93 issue price. Bajpai celebrated and emphasised regained investor confidence. Companies have learned to provide clear financials and engage regularly with investors. Ixigo’s strong financials and operating leverage in tech businesses like Zomato have built investor trust.