India Global Forum (IGF) announced a $250 million fund dedicated to helping India’s most ambitious consumer and industrial brands expand into global markets.
The fund is anchored by Ved Family Office and Ananta Capital.
The new fund will combine growth capital, world-class logistics and market access, and IGF’s powerful convening and networks. Through a dedicated Accelerator Programme, Indian companies will be supported to scale into key international markets across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and beyond.
The programme brings together IGF’s unparalleled networks across business, government, and innovation with Dubai’s logistics ecosystem through DP World. Participating companies will gain access to tailored market-entry support as well as curated introductions to investors, partners and potential customers.
The fund and accelerator will focus on high-potential Indian companies across sectors including food & beverage, consumer brands, chemicals, automotive, advanced manufacturing and industrial products. IGF will work closely with partners to identify companies with strong brands, global scalability and a compelling value proposition for international markets.
The Accelerator Programme marks a major step forward in strengthening the economic partnership between India and the UAE. It offers founders access to global infrastructure, world-class logistics, curated networks and strategic capital — all under one integrated platform designed to take Indian brands global.
Manoj Ladwa, Founder & Chairman, India Global Forum, said, “India is producing brands that are ready for the world, and Dubai is the natural launchpad for their global ambitions. Through this $250 million fund, we are unlocking a new era of opportunity, where Indian entrepreneurship meets world-class infrastructure, global capital and international demand.”
Nilesh Ved, Chairman, Ved Family Office and Apparel Group, said “The UAE has long been a bridge between India and global markets. As anchor investors in this fund, we see a tremendous opportunity to back the next generation of Indian brands that can go global from Dubai. This initiative will give founders the confidence, capability and connectivity they need to scale internationally.”
Ashutosh Taparia, Founder & Managing Partner, Ananta Capital, said, “India is at an inflection point where homegrown brands are ready to compete and win globally. By anchoring this fund, we aim to provide patient, strategic capital and partner with entrepreneurs who are building durable, category-defining businesses.”
Abdullah Al Hashmi, COO Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said, “We welcome initiatives that empower Indian businesses to scale globally through the UAE. With one of the most advanced trade ecosystems in the world, Indian businesses can use Dubai’s connectivity to reach more than 3 billion consumers in fast-growing regional markets.”
