| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | $250 million fund by India Global Forum (IGF) to support Indian brands' global expansion. |
| Announcement | Launched at IGF Middle East 2025 in Dubai. |
| Backers | Ved Family Office, Ananta Capital, and private investors. |
| Objective | Help Indian consumer & industrial companies expand internationally via Dubai as a strategic hub. |
| Focus Sectors | Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, Chemicals, Automotive, Advanced Manufacturing. |
| Support Mechanism | Accelerator program, investor access, logistics via DP World, compliance assistance. |
| Strategic Importance | Strengthens India-UAE ties, leverages CEPA trade agreement, boosts SME globalization. |
| Expected Outcomes | Enhanced exports, global brand recognition, job creation, stronger India-UAE trade corridor. |
| Challenges | Market readiness, execution risks, geopolitical/currency uncertainties. |

