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Rukam Capital Fund II Trust

Cat II · Managed by Rukam Capital

Backing Bold Consumer Brands

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Overview

About

Rukam Capital Fund II Trust is a Category II Alternative Investment Fund managed by Rukam Capital Advisors Private Limited, a Gurgaon-based venture capital firm focused on consumer brands and early growth-stage businesses in India. Founded by Archana Jahagirdar, Rukam Capital has established itself as a prominent investor in emerging direct-to-consumer (D2C) and retail-focused startups. The firm targets high-growth consumer sectors including food & beverage, lifestyle, beauty, and health, backing brands that demonstrate strong product-market fit and scalable business models. Rukam Capital is known for its hands-on investment approach, working closely with founders on strategy, brand building, distribution, and scaling operations. Fund II builds on the success of its earlier investments, continuing the firm’s focus on identifying disruptive consumer brands and supporting them through their growth journey. The platform leverages deep sector expertise, founder empathy, and an operator-led approach to create long-term value.

Investment philosophy

Rukam Capital follows a consumer-first, founder-driven investment philosophy focused on backing differentiated brands with strong storytelling and scalable potential. The firm emphasizes early identification of consumer trends, deep engagement with founders, and active operational support. Its approach is centered on long-term value creation through brand building, disciplined capital deployment, and alignment with entrepreneurial vision.

Team6

Archana Jahagirdar

Founder & Managing Partner

Archana Jahagirdar is the founder and managing partner of Rukam Capital. She leads the firm’s investment strategy, focusing on early-stage consumer brands and D2C businesses. She brings extensive experience in venture investing and brand building.

Tarun Pal

Partner & CFO

Karan Sethi

VP, Investments

Nidhi Mundhra

Director, Finance

Deepak Bansal

VP, Finance & Accounts

Lalit Mohan Verma

Sr. Accounts Manager

Registration

SEBI registration

SEBI-registered

SEBI registration no.IN/AIF2/23-24/1321

RegisteredAug 2023 (3 years ago)

Valid untilPerpetual

Contact personArchana Jahagirdar

Address4A Ocus Technopolis Sector 54 Golf Club Road Gurgaon Haryana 122002, Gurgaon, Haryana, 122002

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