By: The Malaysian reserve

A new $250 million fund has been launched to propel high-potential Indian brands onto the global stage. Announced at the India Global Forum (IGF) Middle East 2025 in Dubai, the fund is anchored by the Ved Family Office and Ananta Capital. It is specifically designed to provide Indian companies in the consumer and industrial sectors with the necessary capital and strategic support to expand internationally.

The initiative goes beyond mere financing by integrating an Accelerator Programme. This program will offer participating companies tailored market-entry support, leveraging Dubai's strategic position as a global logistics hub. Manoj Ladwa, Founder & Chairman of IGF, emphasized that Dubai serves as the natural launchpad for Indian brands with global ambitions, connecting Indian entrepreneurship with world-class infrastructure and international demand.

A key partnership with DP World will grant these brands access to a premier trade and logistics ecosystem. This collaboration is intended to simplify market access across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, providing Indian businesses with the logistical backbone needed to reach over 3 billion consumers in fast-growing regional markets.

The fund will focus on identifying and backing Indian companies with strong brands and proven scalability across several key sectors. These include food & beverage, consumer brands, chemicals, automotive, and advanced manufacturing. The selection will prioritize businesses with a compelling value proposition that resonates in international markets.

Anchor investors see this as a pivotal moment for India-UAE economic ties. Nilesh Ved of the Ved Family Office highlighted the UAE's traditional role as a bridge for Indian businesses and expressed confidence in backing the next generation of global Indian brands. The fund aims to provide founders with the strategic capital, confidence, and connectivity required for successful international scaling.

This integrated platform represents a significant step in strengthening the economic partnership between India and the UAE. By combining growth capital, DP World's logistics prowess, and IGF's powerful convening network, the initiative creates a comprehensive support system designed to transform ambitious Indian enterprises into successful global players.