Complex or leveraged strategies — long-short, hedge-fund-style and quant funds. Often open-ended, within SEBI leverage limits.
Religo Commodities Ventures Trust (SEBI Reg. IN/AIF3/23-24/1362) is a Category III AIF registered in October 2023 and managed by Religo Capital Advisors Private Limited, a full-service merchant banking firm headquartered in Ahmedabad (SEBI Merchant Banker Reg. INM000013271). Despite the fund's name referencing commodities, Religo Capital Advisors is a broad-spectrum financial services firm offering Capital Market Services, Debt Syndication, Private Equity, and Corporate Restructuring advisory. The firm has over a decade of expertise in capital markets and corporate finance, with 15+ clients served and 30+ years of combined experience. The firm is founded by Abhishek Jain, a rank-holder Chartered Accountant with expertise in SME IPOs, private equity, and corporate finance, who also founded Proex Advisors LLP. The firm's registered address is 901, Shivarth-The Ace, Sindhu Bhavan, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad. The SEBI-registered address for the AIF is 4th Floor, Shop No. 404, Golden Signature, C G Road, Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad 380009.
Abhishek Jain
Director
Rankholder Chartered Accountant
Abhishek Jain is a seasoned financial expert with a robust background in fundraising, particularly in the areas of SME IPOs, private equity, and corporate finance. As the founder of Proex Advisors LLP, Abhishek has successfully guided numerous companies through complex fundraising processes, helping them secure capital for growth and expansion. His experience spans across capital market operations, including assisting firms with navigating IPO listings, structuring debt, and managing investor relations to optimize their market positioning and valuation.
Deepak Sharma
VP Merchant Banking
Deepak Sharma brings over 20 years of expertise in profit center management, risk management, and financial operations to Religo Capital Advisors. As a finance leader, he excels in driving financial strategy, overseeing key financial controls, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements. His in-depth knowledge in budgeting, business development, and the formulation of financial policies has significantly contributed to achieving both top-line and bottom-line profitability. Deepak's ability to manage complex financial structures, develop financial forecasts, and enhance operational efficiencies ensures that businesses remain competitive and sustainable.
Chinmay Rathore
Senior Manager- Merchant Banking
Chinmay Rathore possesses over four years of experience in merchant banking, with a strong focus on IPO execution and regulatory compliance. His expertise includes end-to-end management of company listings, listing compliance, migration of companies from SME to Main board, and AIF due diligence, etc. He has played a key role in structuring transactions, preparing offer documents, and liaising with regulatory bodies.
Sahul Jotaniya
Compliance Officer
Company Secretary
Sahul Jotaniya is a seasoned Company Secretary and compliance officer with over 9 years of experience in ensuring adherence to SEBI and Stock Exchange regulations for listed entities. His deep understanding of SEBI guidelines, along with his expertise in handling compliance matters with stock exchanges, has been integral to his role in safeguarding corporate governance and legal frameworks. Sahul's proficiency in SEBI listing regulations, disclosure requirements, and corporate governance standards enables him to ensure that listed companies remain compliant with all necessary filings, reporting obligations, and regulatory updates.
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Khushboo Jain
Senior Manager (Operation & Investment Sources) - Merchant Banking
Chartered Accountant
Khushboo Jain is a qualified Chartered Accountant with over 2.5 years of experience in the field of Banking and Risk Management. She possesses in-depth knowledge of risk mitigation strategies and accounting principles. Her professional background reflects a strong understanding of financial systems, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment, making her a valuable asset in managing financial and operational risks effectively
Dipen Mandalia
Director
Dipen Mandalia is the founder of the Religo Group and a graduate of Middlesex University. He has made a significant impact in the financial sector, particularly in commodities and bullion trading, having spearheaded LKS Bullion, one of India's largest bullion trading companies. His experience at LKS Bullion allowed him to sharpen his expertise in market dynamics and commodities trading, establishing him as a leader in bullion dealing, commodities arbitrage, and hedging strategies.
Siddharth Soni
Director
Mr. Sidharth Soni is a seasoned Bullion Merchant with over 12 years of experience in domestic and international markets. Operating across India and Dubai, Sidharth has developed a strong foothold in the bullion trade. His expertise spans a wide range of industries, having previously led a successful Corporate Recruitment firm that placed over 1,000 management professionals.
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