About Us

Integrity

A long standing commitment towards maintenance of confidentiality.

Transparency

Transparent approach which inculcates accountability each step of the way

Commitment

A stoic commitment towards ensuring all client needs are always addressed

Interpersonal

We value enduring relationships for mutual growth.

Who We Are

Established in 2006, Indus Equity Advisors is a focused financial consultancy and advisory firm with a specialisation in the domains of debt syndication, securitization and equity advisory/capital raising.

Over the course of last 2 decades our highly experienced team has provided advisory services to a myriad of publicity listed as well marquee privately backed organisations in securing both debt as well as equity funding.

Our Mission and Vision

Mission

At Indus Equity, our mission is to empower businesses by providing innovative and tailor made structured finance funding solutions. We strive to facilitate sustainable growth and financial stability for our clients by harnessing our deep industry expertise, strategic partnerships and commitment to excellence. Through transparent client-centric services, we aim to build long-lasting relationships and contribute to the economic prosperity of all stakeholders we deal with.

Vision

Our vision is to be an industry leader in the domain of debt syndication and structured finance solutions, recognized for excellence, innovation, and client success. We aim to set industry benchmarks by tailoring our services to meet business needs, fostering economic growth, and empowering clients to meet their capital requirements with trust and integrity.

Our core competencies have been are our underlying ethos and values which have propelled us in our growth over the years. Our team has always championed this philosophy towards all work undertaken by us. The central tenets of our philosophy include:

Ethos & Philosophy

What We Do

Indus Equity Advisors possesses excellent relationships with an array of Banks, NBFCs, Equity and Debt Fund Houses which have enabled us to provide a range of specific solutions to our esteemed clientele, these include:

1. Term Loan Finance & Project Finance Solutions

2. Working Capital Finance-Fund Based & Non Fund Based

3. Direct Assignment Transactions

4. Lease Rental Discounting

5. Supply Chain Finance

6. Venture Debt Based Syndication

7. Co-Lending Finance Solutions

8. Early Stage & Late Stage Equity Fundraising and Advisory Services

Meet Our Team

Leadership Team

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Sushil C Choksey

Founder and Managing Director

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Sukumar Kelkar

Senior Vice President

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Amit Mishra

Vice President

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Sumere Choksey

Vice President

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Hriday Choksey

Associate

Our Support team

At Indus Equity, our research and operations team of four complements our leadership team across our projects. The team brings diverse expertise across sectors with an average of 8+ years of work experience.

How can we help you?

Sushil C Choksey

( Founder and Managing Director )

Sushil C. Choksey is the visionary Founder and Managing Director of Indus Equity Advisors, bringing over 37 years of unparalleled experience in India’s capital markets. A distinguished finance professional, Sushil’s expertise spans Debt Syndication, Equity Advisory, Investment Banking, and Stock Broking.

Throughout his career, Sushil has earned the trust of numerous organizations, both in debt and equity markets, becoming a sought-after advisor and respected public markets veteran. His deep insights and strategic guidance have consistently delivered exceptional value to his clients.

Sushil holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Honors) from NM College of Commerce & Economics, Mumbai, which has provided a strong academic foundation for his accomplished career in finance.

Sukumar Kelkar

( Senior Vice President )

Sukumar Kelkar is a seasoned banking professional with over 14 years of experience in the Banking and Financial Services sector. His expertise lies in delivering tailored financial solutions across various industries, earning a strong reputation for his reliability and insight. For the past decade, Sukumar has been an integral part of Indus Equity, working alongside founder Sushil Choksey on a range of complex debt syndication and securitization deals across multiple sectors.

Sukumar began his career at Central Bank of India, managing large corporate credit portfolios across diverse industries. He later joined Edelweiss Financial Services, specializing in structured finance with a focus on promoter funding and real estate.

A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and a Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Sukumar also holds an MMS degree from Welingkar Institute.

Amit U Mishra

( Vice President )

Amit has over 8 years of experience in capital markets, specializing in equity analysis for the Banking and NBFC sectors. He assists companies with corporate debt solutions, leveraging his expertise to provide strategic financial guidance. His strong analytical skills and in-depth understanding of financial dynamics enable him to deliver impactful insights and solutions.

In his current role, Amit focuses on research and debt solutions, developing in-depth company-specific, sectoral reports and analysing financial trends. He collaborates closely with key stakeholders and executive management to structure transactions, ensuring optimal outcomes for all parties involved.

Previously, he was part of the Institutional Equities Team at Antique Stock Broking, where he covered the BFSI sectors. He is a graduate of R. A. Podar College Of Commerce & Economics and a Chartered Accountant.

Sumere Choksey

( Vice President )

Sumere is a versatile finance professional with over six years of experience across Venture Capital, Banking, and Financial Services. Before joining Indus Equity, he was a Associate at a venture capital fund – 1Crowd, where he played a key role in identifying and nurturing promising investments. His time at HDFC Bank further sharpened his expertise in the banking sector.

A Chartered Accountant from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Sumere also holds a Master’s degree in Commerce with a focus on Accounting & Finance from H.R. College of Commerce & Economics. His strong analytical skills and strategic insight make him a valuable asset to our team.

Hriday Choksey

( Manager )

Hriday Choksey brings over 5 years of diverse experience across management consulting and strategic leadership roles. He spent 3 years at Bain & Company as a consultant, where he advised clients across sectors including fintech, industrial goods, VC-as-a-service, alcobev, e-commerce, retail, and fashion. His strategic insights helped businesses scale and optimize their operations in dynamic markets.

Prior to Bain, Hriday led Key Account Management and Strategy for 18 months at Kissht, where he drove key partnerships and growth initiatives.

Hriday holds a Master’s in Management from Cass Business School, London, and an undergraduate degree in Banking and Insurance. His cross-sector expertise and strategic acumen make him a valuable asset to Indus Equity.