What are some startups in India where "bootlicking (chaatna)" work culture and only way to do well in the company

Almost all startups are like that. It has nothing really to do with the startup but more to do with the ego and perspective of the manager in your team.

Fupeek Rintech

It hasn't become prominent now, It has been going on since ages.
Have seen so many old employees in all service based and MNCs surviving like that. Same thing is happening now with startups as well.

Prominent now? Wasn't this older boomer culture? I can't believe we've regressed this far.

All startups.

Yubi

It also depends on the team you’re in. Heard that you’ve to do the same if you’re in business team in Na’vi. You must do it to get approval from the business head.

Kreditbee