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About Sidvana Alternate Investment Funds

Sidvandan Venture Fund is a key vertical of the Sidhvandan Group, a diversified conglomerate with a strong presence across multiple industries. As part of its broad portfolio, the group operates in sectors such as NCLT (Insolvency & Restructuring), NBFC & Finance, Engineering, and Dry Fruit & Gourmet Gifting. The venture fund focuses on identifying and investing in high-potential businesses, fostering innovation, and driving long-term growth. With the backing of the Sidhvandan Group’s extensive industry expertise, the fund is strategically positioned to create value and generate sustainable returns for its stakeholders.

The fund is dedicated to investing in distressed and stressed assets, including non-performing assets (NPAs), special situation opportunities, and distressed debt transactions. The fund aims to capitalize on India’s growing opportunities in stressed asset resolution, leveraging legal and financial frameworks for value unlocking. With a deep understanding of the financial ecosystem, regulatory frameworks, and sector-specific challenges, we are committed to delivering long-term value to investors, lenders, and businesses seeking sustainable financial recovery.

Fund Structure

Sidvandan Venture Fund is a Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) bearing registration No.IN/AIF2/24-25/1593 ‘Dated 11.09.2024’. Details about the Fund are as under

Fund Lifecycle: 8 years (extendable by 2 years subject to investor approval).
Investment Period: 3-4 years.
Exit Strategies: Strategic sale, ARC liquidation, IPO, IBC resolution, or distressed debt refinancing.

Investor Benefits & Opportunities

Investing in Sidvandan Stressed Asset Fund – I offers multiple benefits:

Higher Yield Potential: Stressed assets, carried forward loss companies, and distressed listed firms can deliver superior returns post-recovery.
Access to Exclusive Deals: Our deep industry connections provide access to off-market opportunities.
Expert Asset Management: A dedicated team ensures continuous value enhancement.
Diversified Risk: Investing across multiple sectors and asset types reduces overall risk exposure.

Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance

Strict Adherence to Category II Rules: Ensuring compliance with SEBI’s AIF Regulations, 2012.
Mandatory Reporting: Quarterly and annual disclosures to investors and SEBI.
Independent Valuation: Third-party valuation for transparency and investor confidence.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & KYC Compliance: Strict regulatory checks to prevent financial fraud.

Risk Mitigation Strategies

Diversification: Spreading investments across industries and asset types.
Legal Expertise: Dedicated legal teams to navigate complex insolvency processes.
Active Monitoring: Continuous tracking of investments to ensure asset performance optimization.
Collateral-Backed Investments: Focus on investments with strong underlying security.

Financial Projections & Expected Returns

Minimum Investment Ticket Size: INR 1 Crore (as per SEBI norms).
Projected IRR: 20 % per annum.
Exit Timelines & Strategic Exit Planning: Within 5-7 years through structured recovery mechanisms. and well-defined divestment strategies ensuring optimal value realization. Partnerships with institutional investors, private equity, and strategic buyers for profitable exits and sustainable long-term planning to enhance the financial viability of restructured assets.
Investor Payouts: Profits distributed at defined intervals as per fund guidelines.

Reviving Potential. Restructuring Futures

Partnering in the turnaround of distressed assets through strategic investments.

OUR CORE EXPERTISE

We specialize in acquiring and reviving underperforming businesses, distressed real estate, and non-performing financial assets. Our expertise includes:

Liaisoning & Networking

We actively engage with key stakeholders, including senior management teams of stressed companies

Asset Acquisition & Restructuring

Identifying undervalued or financially distressed companies with turnaround potential.

Investment in Carried Forward Loss Companies

Many financially distressed companies accumulate significant losses over the years.

Investment in Stressed & Undervalued Listed Companies

The Indian stock market has several listed companies facing financial distress due to excessive debt

Financial Optimization & Risk Management

Robust risk assessment and mitigation strategies to protect investor interests. Debt restructuring

Key Benefits for Investors

High-Return Potential: Targeted IRR of 20 % per annum.
Diversification: Investments in multiple industries to minimize concentration risks.
Regulatory Security: Fully compliant with SEBI’s AIF norms, ensuring transparency and investor protection.
Active Management Approach: Our expert team ensures hands-on asset management, enhancing recovery prospects and maximizing returns.
Tax Efficiency: Favourable taxation structure compared to traditional investment vehicles.
Proven Track Record: Experienced professionals in distressed asset recovery and financial restructuring.

Our Services Provides

Custodian	ICICI Bank
Trustee	Mitcon Credentia Trusteeship Services Limited
RTA	SKI Capital Services Limited
Fund Manager	Sidhvandan Venture LLP
Settlor	CA Praveen Kaushik
Investment Relation Officer	CA Praveen Kaushik
Compliance Officer	CS Anshu Jain

Methodology & Investor Benefits

Direct Acquisition of Stressed Assets: Identifying undervalued assets with strong fundamentals for turnaround opportunities.
Special Situations & Structured Credit: Investing in companies undergoing distress resolution under IBC, offering debt financing, and capital restructuring.
Partnership with ARCs (Asset Reconstruction Companies): Collaborating with ARCs to acquire NPAs and maximize recovery potential.
Debt Restructuring & Revival Financing: Providing last-mile funding to distressed companies with viable business models for revival.
Litigation Financing: Supporting legal claims with a high probability of favourable outcomes and secured collateral.

Investment Philosophy

Our fund operates with a disciplined approach:

Opportunistic Investing: Identifying assets with high growth potential despite financial distress.
Value Creation: Enhancing asset performance through active management and strategic restructuring.
Prudent Risk Management: Balancing risk and reward through diversified investment strategies.
Sustainable Growth: Ensuring long-term financial stability for all stakeholders.

Why Invest With Sidvandan Venture Fund?

Government Support

The Indian government has taken multiple initiatives to clean up bank balance sheets, including recapitalization of public sector banks, asset sale mandates, and support for distressed asset resolution.

Growing Demand for Structured Investments

Institutional investors and HNIs are seeking alternative asset classes with high return potential, and stressed assets provide asymmetric risk-reward opportunities

Regulatory Tailwinds

The introduction of IBC (Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016) has accelerated resolution timelines, increasing the attractiveness of distressed assets.

Proven Track Record

Successful asset turnarounds across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, infrastructure, real estate, and financial services.

Expert-Led Investment Strategies

Our team comprises seasoned professionals with expertise in banking, finance, real estate, and distressed asset management.

High NPA Levels

Indian financial institutions hold substantial non-performing assets, creating a large investable universe.