Pragya Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Oregon, United States
Countries of investment
- India
- Bangladesh
- Nepal
- Kenya
- US
- UK
Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Seed
Industries
About
Pragya Ventures is a distinguished non-governmental development organization founded in 1995, dedicated to empowering marginalized communities in the High Altitude Himalayas and remote regions of rural Kenya. With a strong commitment to sustainable development, Pragya implements innovative programs that address critical needs such as education, health, and livelihoods. Operating in challenging environments, the organization leverages local knowledge and partnerships to create impactful solutions that enhance resilience and promote social equity. Through its holistic approach, Pragya Ventures aims to uplift underprivileged populations and foster long-term development in some of the world's most remote areas.
Pragya Ventures is a distinguished non-governmental development organization founded in 1995, dedicated to empowering marginalized communities in the High Altitude Himalayas and remote regions of rural Kenya. With a strong commitment to sustainable development, Pragya implements innovative programs that address critical needs such as education, health, and livelihoods. Operating in challenging environments, the organization leverages local knowledge and partnerships to create impactful solutions that enhance resilience and promote social equity. Through its holistic approach, Pragya Ventures aims to uplift underprivileged populations and foster long-term development in some of the world's most remote areas.
Investment Thesis
Pragya is committed to poverty relief, environmental protection, access to healthcare and education, gender equality, social justice, and disaster management.
Manager's Experience
With extensive experience in private equity, the fund manager has built a robust portfolio primarily focused on technology and healthcare sectors across emerging markets. Active in over 30 deals, they have executed successful exits through a strategic operator-first approach, emphasizing operational improvements and value creation. Their investment strategy is characterized by a data-driven methodology, allowing for precise market analysis and risk assessment. This multifaceted expertise positions them as a leading figure in identifying and capitalizing on high-growth opportunities.
Team
Santanu Ghose
Poonam Basu
Mary Ipe
Gargi Banerji
Aditi Mitra