Equirus Asset Management, part of the Equirus Group, has appointed Dilip Kumar RV as an Independent Director on its Board, strengthening its governance and strategic leadership as the firm expands its asset management operations.
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A Veteran of India’s Venture Capital Ecosystem
Dilip Kumar RV brings more than two decades of experience in venture capital, financial services and impact investing. Over the years, he has played an active role in shaping India’s venture capital ecosystem while supporting several startups and portfolio companies in their growth journey.
He has deep expertise in institutional fund management, governance frameworks and long-term capital deployment across emerging sectors.
His association with SIDBI Ventures dates back to 1999, when he joined the founding team on deputation from Small Industries Development Bank of India. During the early years, he contributed significantly to establishing and expanding the venture capital platform.
In 2007, he joined SIDBI Ventures full-time as Vice President and later held several senior leadership roles, including Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and eventually Chief Executive Officer (CEO). During his tenure, he helped shape the firm’s investment strategy, governance practices and portfolio development across multiple sectors.
Over the years, he has also served as Nominee Director on the boards of several portfolio companies, representing funds managed by SIDBI Ventures.
Strengthening Governance and Strategy
Commenting on the appointment, Ajay Garg, Managing Director at Equirus, said the company is pleased to welcome Dilip Kumar RV to the board.
According to Garg, Dilip’s experience in venture capital, institutional investing and governance will bring valuable strategic insights as Equirus continues to expand its asset management platform and develop new investment strategies.
Dilip Kumar RV said he looks forward to contributing to the firm’s next phase of growth. He noted that Equirus Group has built a strong reputation across investment banking, wealth management and asset management, and he is eager to support the organisation in strengthening its investment platform and governance practices.
About Equirus Asset Management
Established in 2016, Equirus Asset Management manages investment portfolios through PMS and AIF structures. The firm focuses on generating alpha through differentiated strategies led by an experienced investment team.
Its flagship Equirus Long Horizon Fund (PMS) has consistently outperformed its benchmark over the medium and long term. The firm currently offers small-cap and multi-cap strategies, startup investing through its Category I AIF, and recently launched the Equirus Long Horizon Offshore Investments Fund designed for NRIs and foreign investors through GIFT City.
About Equirus Group
The Equirus Group is a full-service financial services firm offering investment banking, institutional securities, wealth management, asset management, HNI broking, NBFC services and insurance solutions.
Over the past 18 years, the firm has completed more than 333 transactions across mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity deals, IPOs, QIPs, rights issues and structured finance. In the process, it has helped raise over USD 15 billion across various sectors.
With Dilip Kumar RV joining the board, the company aims to further strengthen its governance structure while expanding its investment capabilities in India’s evolving capital markets.
-By Shivani Solanki
