India ’s ascent in the global tech order just hit a new milestone. Perplexity, founded by Indian-origin technologist Aravind Srinivas , is now the # 1 app across both Play Store and App Store , surpassing AI heavyweights like ChatGPT and Gemini.
This isn’t just an Indian success story — it ’s a statement on global consumer trust. Users today crave precision, not noise. Perplexity’s clean , fast , and contextually aware interface delivers exactly that.
The collaboration with Airtel amplified its user base, making premium AI access mainstream — a move that signals the convergence of connectivity and intelligence.
More importantly, this moment signals India’s evolution from being a “tech hub” to becoming a tech leader.
In a decade dominated by Silicon Valley , Perplexity ’s climb to the top signals a new shift.