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One Planet Partners

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Investor type

PE / Debt fund

Founded

2024

AUM

Location

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Investment Ticket

$50-100 m

Investment Stage

Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Asia

Investor profile last updated: 30 October, 2026

Profile

One Planet Partners is an India-focused private equity firm based in Mumbai, founded in 2024 by Mukund Rajan, Bobby Pauly, Mrinalini Mirchandani, and Sheetal Thakkar. The team brings a diverse and strong investment background with experience from Tata Capital, McKinsey & Co, and Blackstone. The firm is known for its strategic partnerships and active ownership approach, blending institutional rigour with entrepreneurial agility. With over 25 years of collaboration, their mission is to create enduring value by leveraging operational expertise and climate insights. The team of four founders is complemented by a wider group of investment professionals and advisors.

The firm targets mid-market companies poised to benefit from India's growth, focusing on energy, mobility, and manufacturing sectors. They specialize in growth capital investments ranging from Rs 100-500 crore, aiming to support businesses with strong unit economics. One Planet Partners seeks investments in companies with revenues between Rs 200-2,000 crore and operates primarily within India. They manage assets focusing on sustainability and industrial expansion, with a collaborative relationship with Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank.

Notable portfolio companies include Yulu Bikes Private Limited, an electric mobility company in Bengaluru. They participated in Yulu's $93-million Series C funding round, marking their first investment under the partnership with SMTB. The firm's focus on active ownership and operational guidance aims to accelerate growth and expand margins in its portfolio companies.

Industry

Manufacturing ClimateTech Mobility Energy Industrial

One Planet Partners Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Maiden Private Equity Fund	Private Equity (PE) Debt fund	Energy Mobility Manufacturing	Late Stage (Series C+)	Asia	$10-50 m	$360 M	October 2026

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Dr. Mukund Rajan Chairman

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Bobby Pauly Founder & Managing Partner

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FAQs about One Planet Partners

Is One Planet Partners a venture capital or private equity firm?

One Planet Partners is a private equity firm that also operates as a debt fund. It backs companies at Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $50-100 m.

Where is One Planet Partners located?

One Planet Partners is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

When was One Planet Partners founded?

One Planet Partners was founded in 2024.

What sectors and industries does One Planet Partners invest in?

One Planet Partners invests in companies and startups in Manufacturing, ClimateTech, Mobility, Energy, Industrial.

What is One Planet Partners geographical focus of investments?

One Planet Partners invests in companies and startups in Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does One Planet Partners typically invest in?

One Planet Partners invests in companies and startups at Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of One Planet Partners investment?

One Planet Partners usually invests $50-100 m on average.

When was One Planet Partners last fund created?

One Planet Partners last fund was created/launched in 2026-10-29

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