India Alternatives

India Alternatives Investment Advisors is a prominent mid-market private equity firm committed to advancing the growth of India's future market leaders and innovators.

Founded and led by Shivani Bhasin Sachdeva, the firm is renowned for supporting high-potential companies and delivering outstanding returns to its investors.

Investment Philosophy & Strategy:

India Alternatives focuses on growth capital investments, acquiring significant minority stakes in rapidly expanding companies with strong fundamentals. The firm collaborates with ethical and ambitious promoters, concentrating on businesses set to become leaders in their sectors. Their approach is relationship-based, offering strategic support and access to an extensive network of over 10,000 family offices and more than 18 prominent institutions, while allowing founders to manage daily operations independently.

Key principles include:

Supporting founders aiming to lead markets and create new categories

Active partnership without micromanagement

Focus on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.

Portfolio Highlights

India Alternatives has invested in a range of sectors, with a portfolio that includes companies such as:

TransUnion CIBIL Limited: India’s leading credit information company

Enamor – a Modenik Lifestyle Brand: A leading lingerie brand (successfully exited)

Frameboxx Animation & Visual Effects Pvt Ltd: Digital content and technology

Seclore: Data-centric security solutions

National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL)

& more.

Their investments are carefully selected to promote innovation and leadership within their markets, with most portfolio companies achieving top positions in their sectors.

Fund Structure & Performance:

Operating under SEBI’s regulatory framework, India Alternatives manages several funds, including India Alternatives Private Equity Fund I, II, and III.

The firm consistently attracts capital from both domestic and international institutions, with recent funds focusing on growth-stage opportunities in small and mid-sized Indian companies.

Leadership & Recognition

Shivani Bhasin Sachdeva, Founder & CEO, has over two decades of global private equity experience. Under her leadership, India Alternatives has earned accolades such as “Firm of the Year – Private Equity” at the Winpe Leadership Awards 2025 and “Private Equity Leader of the Year” at the WinPE Leadership Awards 2024, acknowledging both performance and dedication to diversity.

India Alternatives exemplifies the strength of partnership-driven investing in India’s dynamic mid-market. By empowering visionary founders and nurturing sustainable business growth, the firm continues to play a crucial role in shaping the future of Indian entrepreneurship.