InfoEdge Ventures, the investment arm of Info Edge and one of the early backers of unicorns like Zomato and PolicyBazaar, is preparing for its next phase of growth. With a fresh anchor commitment of Rs 1,000 crore from Info Edge, the venture capital firm is gearing up to raise a third fund targeting $180\u2013200 million (Rs 1,500\u20131,700 crore).<\/p>\n
In a candid conversation with Moneycontrol<\/em>, partners Chinmaya Sharma and Kitty Agarwal reflected on their investing journey and what lies ahead. Their approach has remained consistent\u2014spotting high-potential startups early, staying focused on core technology, and keeping India\u2019s evolving digital landscape, especially \u201cBharat\u201d, at the center.<\/p>\n Reflecting on the early days, Sharma and Agarwal admitted that even they didn’t foresee the massive success of platforms like Zomato and PolicyBazaar. \u201cWe didn\u2019t know they would become so big,<\/em>\u201d said Kitty Agarwal, highlighting the unpredictable but thrilling nature of early-stage investing.<\/p>\n The journey has taught them the importance of backing visionary founders and focusing on solving India-specific problems with tech. And that is exactly what the firm aims to double down on with its third fund.<\/p>\n While the first fund in 2019 had a $100 million base and another $100 million as a greenshoe option, the second fund in 2022 closed at $167 million. Now, with momentum and experience on their side, InfoEdge Ventures is preparing to make even bolder moves.<\/p>\n One of the central themes in the discussion was why small, focused funds often outperform. According to Sharma, it\u2019s about agility, speed, and conviction. Smaller funds can take bigger risks early on and work closely with founders to shape outcomes.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s easier to bet early, guide closely, and course-correct when necessary,<\/em>\u201d Sharma explained. This nimbleness has allowed InfoEdge Ventures to get in on the ground floor of transformative ideas that later turned into massive companies.<\/p>\n With this new fund, the focus will remain sharp on early-stage, tech-first startups. Key sectors of interest include:<\/p>\n Artificial Intelligence (AI)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n B2B platforms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Climate tech and sustainability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Cybersecurity and defence tech<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n However, it\u2019s not just about hot buzzwords. Sharma and Agarwal emphasized their attention to quick commerce and \u201cBharat\u201d\u2014the term used to describe the next wave of internet users from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.<\/p>\n These emerging markets, according to them, are where the next generational companies will be built. \u201cWe\u2019re seeing founders from smaller cities solve problems with a deep understanding of their customers. That\u2019s where the magic is happening,<\/em>\u201d noted Agarwal.<\/p>\n Quick commerce\u2014a sector that enables super-fast delivery of goods\u2014is another area where InfoEdge Ventures sees long-term potential. The demand for faster service, particularly in smaller towns where traditional retail options are limited, is pushing startups to innovate rapidly.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, the \u201cBharat\u201d strategy isn\u2019t just a buzzword. It reflects a deep belief in inclusive growth, with tech enabling access and opportunity for millions beyond India\u2019s metros.<\/p>\n \u201cBharat is where the growth story will play out next. We are backing founders who understand that deeply,<\/em>\u201d Agarwal explained.<\/p>\n While Temasek, a global investor, had played a major role in contributing nearly half the capital in past funds, InfoEdge Ventures has remained tight-lipped about their involvement in this round, saying talks are ongoing.<\/p>\n What\u2019s clear, though, is that the confidence from Info Edge itself\u2014one of India’s oldest and most successful internet companies\u2014is a strong vote of support. With Rs 1,000 crore committed as anchor capital, the new fund already has a solid foundation.<\/p>\n As InfoEdge Ventures gets ready for its third innings, the team is laser-focused on finding and nurturing the next generation of Indian tech giants. From early-stage risk-taking to long-term commitment, their playbook is built on trust, agility, and deep conviction.<\/p>\n \u201cThe biggest companies of tomorrow will come from ideas that seem too small today,<\/em>\u201d said Sharma.<\/p>\n With a proven track record and a bold new fund, InfoEdge Ventures is poised to write the next chapter in India\u2019s startup story\u2014one that reaches deeper, grows faster, and belongs to everyone.<\/p>\n Know more about: \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" InfoEdge Ventures, the investment arm of Info Edge and one of the early backers of unicorns like Zomato and PolicyBazaar, is preparing for its next phase of growth. 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Small Funds, Big Impact<\/h3>\n
What\u2019s Next: AI, SaaS, and Beyond<\/h3>\n
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Strategic Backing and Global Confidence<\/h3>\n
Looking Ahead<\/h3>\n
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