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Equirus appoints veteran VC Dilip Kumar RV as independent director

By Startup Enthusiast · 11 March 2026

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Equirus Asset Management manages portfolio management services and alternative investment funds

The firm appointed Dilip Kumar RV as an independent director on its board

RV brings over two decades of experience in venture capital and financial services

Equirus Asset Management announced the appointment of Dilip Kumar RV as an independent director.
The news was shared on 11 Mar 2026 by a single source.
Ajay Garg, Managing Director at Equirus, commented on the new appointment.
RV joins the board with extensive experience in venture capital and impact investing.
His career includes roles as Vice President and Senior VP & CFO at SIDBI Ventures.
He has served as a nominee director on several portfolio company boards.

RV's background in founding SIDBI Ventures adds significant credibility to the board.
His expertise aligns with Equirus's focus on startup investing through Category I AIF.
The appointment signals a strategic move to strengthen governance and industry connections.

Equirus Asset Management was established in 2016 to manage financial products.
It offers Portfolio Management Services (PMS) and Alternative Investment Funds (AIF).
Its flagship product is the Equirus Long Horizon Fund for long-term growth.
The firm provides small-cap and multi-cap investment strategies for clients.
It facilitates startup investing through its Category I AIF structure.
Recently launched the Equirus Long Horizon Offshore Investments Fund for NRIs.
This offshore fund operates through the GIFT City special economic zone.
The broader Equirus Group offers full-service financial services and investment banking.
The group has completed over 333 transactions including M&A and IPOs.