Venturi Partners, an Asian private equity firm based in Singapore, is gearing up to launch a new India-focused fund with a target size of $100 million, aimed at growth-stage, consumer-oriented startups. This new fund offers a unique investment opportunity for Indian Family offices, with potential fund amounts ranging from $75 million to $100 million.

Having already invested in startups like Livspace, K12 Techno, and Country Delight through its previously established $180 million Asia funds, Venturi Partners plans to employ a similar approach with this new India Alternate Investment Fund. The firm views India as a crucial market, noting that consumer spending represents 60% of the country's GDP. Historically, Venturi has allocated about 60-65% of its flagship Asia Fund to investments in India, with the remainder spread across Southeast Asia.

Venturi Partners specializes in promoting long-term sustainable growth within sectors such as health, education, social mobility, and the environment. Rishika Chandan, the managing director at Venturi, pointed out that while many India-focused funds target consumer startups at the growth stage, few cater exclusively to family offices. As fund sizes increase, the involvement of family offices tends to decrease due to differing needs, a gap Venturi aims to fill.

The firm is also planning a significant expansion of its investment activities, intending to double the size of its initial fund and allocate between $250 to $300 million in its next Asia fund. With India's rich demographic profile presenting numerous opportunities, particularly in the food services and health sectors, Venturi is keen to increase its footprint. While health remains a key focus, the firm is actively exploring niches like elderly care and pet care, seeking early-stage investment opportunities in these areas.