Mumbai, India – May 2025: Saarathi Finance, a fast-growing Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) focused on empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), has successfully raised ₹475 crore in its maiden Series A funding round. The investment marks a significant milestone in the company's journey to bridge the credit gap for underserved businesses across India.

The funding round witnessed participation from leading institutional investors including TVS Capital Funds, Lok Capital, Evolvence India, Paragon Partners, along with prominent angel investors. The newly raised capital will strengthen Saarathi Finance's lending capabilities, expand its geographical presence, and enhance its technology-driven financial solutions for entrepreneurs.

Founded by Vivek Bansal and Sunil Daga, Saarathi Finance is committed to making formal credit more accessible for MSMEs operating in semi-urban and rural India. The company aims to address the financing needs of small businesses through customer-centric lending solutions designed for long-term growth and financial inclusion.

The fresh capital will support business expansion across key markets, including Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, while strengthening Saarathi Finance's digital lending platform and operational infrastructure. By leveraging technology and responsible lending practices, the company seeks to simplify access to credit for entrepreneurs who remain underserved by traditional financial institutions.

Commenting on the milestone, Vivek Bansal, Founder and CEO of Saarathi Finance, reaffirmed the company's mission to empower Bharat's entrepreneurs by providing not just financial assistance but also long-term partnerships that enable sustainable business growth.
As India's MSME sector continues to drive employment and economic development, Saarathi Finance remains focused on building a trusted lending ecosystem that supports business expansion, financial inclusion, and inclusive economic growth.

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