Saarathi Finance, an NBFC dedicated to serving India's MSME sector, has opened its 100th branch in Jagtial, Telangana, expanding its reach across the northern part of the state and improving access to timely, customer-centric financial solutions for local entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Jagtial, located about 190 km north of Hyderabad, is known for its strong agricultural and commercial activity, with a sizeable MSME base — making it a strategic location for the company's continued growth. Over the past year, Saarathi Finance has set up 20 branches across Telangana alone, extending its presence to all corners of the state.

Since starting operations in April 2025, the company has scaled to 100 branches nationally, a pace that underscores its rapid growth and commitment to expanding financial inclusion. Its flagship offering, Loan Against Property (LAP), provides ticket sizes between Rs. 5 lakh and Rs. 35 lakh, helping small enterprises tap into the value of their assets to fund growth, strengthen working capital, and achieve their business goals.

The NBFC has also crossed Rs. 650 crore in Assets Under Management (AUM), reflecting the strong trust placed in it by customers and its robust growth trajectory. The company now operates across six states — Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan — with plans to further deepen its presence in high-potential MSME markets across India. Through its expanding branch network and customer-first approach, Saarathi Finance aims to improve access to formal credit and empower entrepreneurs and small businesses nationwide.

Commenting on the milestone, Vivek Bansal, Founder and CEO of Saarathi Finance, said, "Reaching the 100-branch milestone and crossing an AUM of Rs. 650 crore reflects the strength of our business model and execution. As we continue to expand, our focus will remain on sustainable growth, prudent risk management, and building a technology-driven lending franchise that creates long-term value for all our stakeholders."

Shashi Shekhar Vempati, Independent Director at Saarathi Finance, added that the 100th branch opening within just over a year is a testament to the company's vision of combining technology, strong governance, and customer-centricity to drive financial inclusion. He noted that as India continues its digital transformation, institutions that responsibly expand access to credit for MSMEs will play a pivotal role in enabling entrepreneurship, fostering innovation, and contributing to sustainable economic growth.

Gopal Srinivasan, Chairman and Managing Director of TVS Capital, also commented on the occasion, saying, "A hundred branches in just over a year this is a testament to Saarathi's leadership and team. Pace and discipline at this scale rarely go together — Saarathi has managed both. At a company just over a year old, it speaks directly to the calibre of the people driving it. At TVS Capital, we back founders who build with ambition and rigour — and Saarathi has shown exactly that combination from the very start. We are proud to be partners on this journey and wish the entire team continued success."

About Saarathi Finance
Saarathi Finance & Credit Pvt. Ltd. is an NBFC focused on providing accessible and tailored credit solutions to MSMEs across semi-urban and rural India. With a mission to bridge the ₹44 lakh crore credit gap in the MSME sector, Saarathi combines technological innovation with a deep understanding of local markets to offer loans that meet the unique needs of small business owners. The company operates on the guiding principle: "Aap Akele Nahi Hai" You are not alone.

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