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SEBI drops India connect rule letting funds invest overseas without Indian links
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
A missing Indian link may no longer block overseas deals
SEBI’s August 17 circular allows Indian desi PE and VC funds to invest in foreign companies even without an Indian “connect.” Previously, since October 2015, offshore investments required an Indian subsidiary. Investors are welcoming the change and are now watching for the re-opening of ODI limits, which could further expand overseas dealmaking.
- SEBI permits desi PE-VC to invest abroad without an Indian connect
- The move removes the earlier requirement of an Indian subsidiary
- Investors expect more outbound investing opportunities
- Re-opening ODI limits could unlock further growth
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