Capital-A

Capital-A is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests at Seed and Pre-Series A stages in manufacturing, deep tech, and climate technology sectors, focusing on founders building for India's real economy. The firm aims to back businesses that address structural gaps in India's manufacturing, deep tech, and climate ecosystems, aligning with the country's industrial evolution. Capital-A's strategy is to invest in sectors propelled by government support and growing global interest in India as a supply chain hub.

The firm prefers to be the first institutional investor but also co-leads or co-invests alongside other believers who share their conviction in building enduring, value-driven businesses. Capital-A's approach combines a private-equity mindset with venture agility, partnering closely with founders to scale sustainably through deep operational expertise, industry networks, and a long-term commitment. The firm has invested in over 20 startups, including Chargeup, Matchlog, AgriLeaf, Taqtics, Leumas, SportVot, Riskcovry, Tan90, Jiraaf, Bambrew, BharatSure, among others.

Capital-A's foundation is built on the legacy of Manjushree Technopack, South Asia's largest rigid packaging manufacturer. Over four decades, the Kedia family partnered with global brands such as Unilever, Nestlé, Reckitt Benckiser, Coca-Cola, GSK, and Tata, operating over 15 manufacturing plants across India. This hands-on experience of building, operating, and exiting a market-leading manufacturing enterprise shapes Capital-A's DNA today, combining deep operational expertise to India's next generation of industrial entrepreneurs.