Peak XV Partners, formerly Sequoia India, is set to double its India investments in 2025, having already backed over 50 unicorns and completed more than 20 IPOs.

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Accel India closed its $650 million Fund VIII in early 2025, targeting AI, consumer brands, fintech, and SaaS, with a strong portfolio including Flipkart, Swiggy, and Freshworks.

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Blume Ventures was one of the top three most active investors in Q1 2025, making 21 early-stage investments with cheque sizes ranging from $1M–$5M.

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Bessemer Venture Partners launched a $350 million India-dedicated fund in 2025, focused on sectors like AI, cybersecurity, digital health, and consumer brands.

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Global players like General Catalyst, DST Global, and Bat VC are deepening their India presence, funding startups such as CRED, Loop Health, and various AI ventures.

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Despite a 10% YoY drop in total PE-VC investments by July 2025, India remains resilient with $16.8B in funding driven by innovation and macroeconomic tailwinds.

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Venture debt is emerging as a preferred funding route, with firms like Stride Ventures and Alteria Capital issuing dozens of growth-stage checks in early 2025.

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India's VC ecosystem is seeing strong growth in deep tech—particularly AI, aerospace, and semiconductors—backed by new funds and supportive government policies.

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