Next Bharat Ventures, a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, on Monday launched a Rs 2,000 crore impact-focused venture fund, one of the largest of its kind in India, to invest in startups building businesses for rural and under-served communities.
The new fund will back early-stage companies across agriculture, rural supply chains, financial inclusion, healthcare, rural mobility and AI for social good. The firm said it will provide not only capital but also mentorship, strategic partnerships and market access to portfolio companies.
