About Us Philosophy Offerings

Vedartha derives its meaning from two Sanskrit words—Veda (wisdom/knowledge) and Artha (wealth). Together, they symbolise the pursuit of wealth guided by expertise and wisdom.

At Vedartha, we view wealth as more than just numbers—it is a medium to create opportunities, build legacies, and live with purpose. Our philosophy centres on purpose-driven wealth creation, ensuring every investment decision aligns with long-term growth and meaningful outcomes.

With Vedartha, wealth creation becomes a journey guided by insight, transparency, and a deep understanding of your aspirations. By combining wisdom and expertise, we enable you to grow your wealth with care and foresight, balancing today’s opportunities with tomorrow’s possibilities.

About Us

Where Purpose Meets Expertise

At Vedartha, our investment philosophy is shaped by the R.I.S.E. framework, a commitment to creating enduring value by focusing on:

Resilience: Identifying industries with the strength to thrive in evolving economic landscapes.

Innovation: Backing companies that drive transformative ideas, leveraging cutting-edge technology and disruptive solutions.

Sustainable Growth: Targeting sectors with strong growth trajectories, fuelled by rising consumer demand and improving infrastructure.

Emerging Trends: Capturing opportunities in sectors shaped by shifts in consumer behaviour and government initiatives.

Guided by this philosophy, we deliver true-to-label solutions that prioritise transparency, adaptability, and long-term value, ensuring your aspirations remain at the heart of every decision.

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Leadership That Inspires Trust

Mrinal Singh

Head - Alternates (Listed Equities)

Mrinal Singh leads Vedartha with a distinguished career spanning over 20 years in investment management and equity research. As Head – Alternates (Listed Equities) at Bandhan AMC, he brings a proven track record of building strategies that deliver consistent, long-term value for investors.

Before joining Bandhan AMC, Mrinal held leadership roles at InCred Asset Management, where he served as CIO & CEO, overseeing investment strategies and portfolio management, and at ICICI Prudential AMC, where he served as Deputy CIO for over 12 years. At ICICI Prudential, he was instrumental in shaping research processes, product strategies, and talent development, setting a benchmark for excellence in fund management.

An alumnus of SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mrinal is a vocal advocate for financial literacy, empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions. Known for his value-driven investment approach, Mrinal is deeply respected for his expertise in research, stock-picking, and delivering sustained outperformance for investors.

Fund

Vedartha Equity
Opportunities Fund

An open-ended scheme of Bandhan India Equity Hedge Fund registered with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as Category III Alternative Investment Fund.

Objective

The Fund operates as an open-ended Category III AIF, with investments managed and disposed of in alignment with its purpose of delivering returns to Contributors under Applicable Laws and Fund Documents.

The primary investment objective is to achieve long-term capital appreciation by investing in listed equities and equity-related securities of companies across various market capitalizations and sectors.

Investment Framework

Our investment strategy is rooted in a disciplined framework that identifies and capitalizes on prevailing market inefficiencies with a focus on simplicity, timeliness, and efficiency. We aim to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns by constructing a concentrated yet diversified portfolio of 20-30 high quality stocks, designed for a long-term horizon of 3-5 years with a low churn rate.

Key Pillars of Our Framework

1. Business Evaluation

  • Focus on scalable, sustainable, and competitive business models with corporate governance.

  • Emphasis on industries with favourable economic environments, value migration, and robust growth drivers.

  • Prioritize companies capable of growing earnings faster than inflation, with a significant opportunity canvas.

2. Management Analysis

  • Assess management stability, professional experience, and alignment of interests through insider activity.

  • Evaluate operational efficiency, strategic vision, and responsiveness to market feedback.

  • Focus on clarity, consistency, and a strong track record in investor communication.

3. Valuation Focus

  • Invest at a substantial discount to intrinsic value while ensuring a margin of safety.

  • Consider companies with excess returns on capital employed and high free cash flow generation.

  • Conduct rigorous risk-return analysis to identify opportunities with strong growth and profitability potential.

This strategic approach enables us to participate in India’s growth story by investing in structural themes and market leaders across high-growth sectors with significant entry barriers. Our focus remains on building a resilient portfolio that aligns with long-term wealth creation for our investors.

  • Category III Alternate Investment Fund (AIF)
  • Name of the AIF: Bandhan India Equity Hedge Fund
  • SEBI Registration No. of AIF: IN/AIF3/17-18/0390
  • Name of the Scheme: Vedartha Equity Opportunities Fund
  • Name of the Investment Manager: Bandhan AMC