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We'll close our third fund of $100 mn by Sept: Lok Capital Managing Partner

In a Q&A, Venky Natrajan shares why his firm is now relying on Indian LPs as well, for raising funds

Lok Capital rides on impact funding
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Gireesh Babu Chennai
Lok Capital, which means People Capital, is in the process of raising its third fund of $100 million for investments in financial services, healthcare and agriculture. Founded in 2014 with a vision to foster inclusive growth, the company backs entrepreneurs who cater to the large underserved segments through investments in these sectors. It has of late invested in Chennai-based Dr Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre from its third fund. In an interaction with Gireesh Babu, Lok Capital Managing Parnter Venky Natarajan elaborates on the company's fund raising plans and changes in the funding scenario in India. Edited Excerpts:
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