Asha Ventures bags $10M from BII to boost impact-focused investments

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Founded in 2014 by Vikram Gandhi and Pramod Bhasin, Asha Ventures invests in mass-market businesses operating at the intersection of social impact and commercial viability.

The collaboration allows us to extend our reach to small businesses, women entrepreneurs and communities facing challenges of financial access and climate impacts,” said Srini Nagarajan, Managing Director and Head of Asia at BII.“Through Asha, we can channel catalytic capital into creative solutions and impactful businesses that contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable world,” he added.

"Partnering with BII, we aim to advance development, climate, and gender goals.

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Author / Journalist: Pooja Malik

Category: StartupsEconomyBusiness

Markets: India

Topics: Impactful Policy Impact Fund Bhasin Businesses Commercial Pramod Asha Privacy Ventures

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Published On: 2025-04-07 @ 08:07:33 (19 hours ago)

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