How We Back Founders

At Arthayan Ventures, we back exceptional founders solving large, unmet needs in India. Our current focus is on the SME and MSME sectors, with increasing interest in late-stage and profitable ventures.

We look for businesses with:
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Large, unmet needs in India
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Capital-efficient solutions
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Teams with founder-market fit
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Operational and strategic support for long-term growth

While our primary focus is on growth-stage companies, we also support startups that demonstrate strong vision and near-term market relevance.

We go beyond capital to become active "allies"
in our portfolio’s growth journey.

OUR SUPPORT INCLUDES:

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Strategic mentorship
from industry experts

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Guidance on go-to-market,
operations, and the next
fundraise

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Co-investment opportunities
through trusted capital
networks

We’re sector-agnostic, India-first, and conviction-driven — backing founders
who build with depth, purpose, and long-term ambition.

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12

Portfolio Companies

350+

Limited Partners

250+ yrs

Combined Experience

Why We’re Different

As an investor, we balance risk and reward while actively enabling our portfolio companies
to grow through access to our network, resources, and strategic support.

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ACTIVE PARTNERSHIP

We work closely with founders on go-to-market strategy, team development, and growth storytelling with a focus on execution and unlock more opportunities.

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INDIA-FIRST, INCLUSIVE REACH

With deep networks across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities, we’re well-positioned to back talent beyond traditional startup hubs.

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CONVICTION-DRIVEN INVESTMENTS

We back ventures based on alignment and long-term potential whether through direct investment or strategic co-investment.

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OPERATIONAL INVOLVEMENT

Our team brings on-ground experience and offers strategic inputs at every step.

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CLEAR, MULTI-PATH EXIT STRATEGY

We invest in companies with well-defined exit potential, whether through IPOs, founder buybacks, or strategic M&A ensuring liquidity and returns for our LPs.

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Where Infra Meets Innovation

Our sector-focused cohort helps startups solve for scale, distribution, and partnerships.

India’s logistics and mobility market is projected to reach over $435 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 12.85%. Digitization, EV adoption, and government initiatives like Gati Shakti are reshaping the sector.

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Startups have a unique edge in solving last-mile delivery, fleet optimization, and green transport challenges. With rising e-commerce and infrastructure upgrades, the opportunity to build scalable, tech-driven solutions is immense.

Led by experienced domain and industry specialists from the Arthayan team

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Saurabh Patwardhan

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Saurabh Patwardhan

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Aniruddha Joshi

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Aniruddha Joshi

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Ashutosh Soman

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Ashutosh Soman

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Startups get tailored access to:

Market linkages with industry partners

Pilot and deployment opportunities

Founder-first capital support

1:1 meetings with policy, infra, and ops experts

The Team

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ANIRUDDHA JOG

Co-founder, Partner

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MALHAR POTNIS

Co-founder, Partner

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CHAITANYA SAPRE

Co-founder, Partner

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ANIRUDDHA JOSHI

Consultant

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ASHUTOSH SOMAN

Venture Partner

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SHOUNAK DEVASTHALE

Consultant

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NAMRATA SARPOTDAR

Team Lead

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VARSHA SHANBHAG

Analyst

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Investment Committee

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Niteen Gadgil

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Indraneel Chitale

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Vivek Malekar

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Santosh Ambike

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Nilesh Kajale

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Saurabh Patwardhan

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Our Portfolio

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Healthcare | Fintech

eSports

Event Management | Hospitality

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Healthcare | Fintech

eSports

Event Management | Hospitality

Sustainable Aviation

Construction & Manufacturing

Healthcare Consulting

Fashion & Apparel

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Sustainable Aviation

Construction & Manufacturing

Healthcare Consulting

Fashion & Apparel

Components Manufacturing

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