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Prashant Pitti’s Optimo Capital raises Rs 100 Cr from PNB

EntrackrEntrackr · 14d ago
Prashant Pitti’s Optimo Capital raises Rs 100 Cr from PNB
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Prashant Pitti’s Optimo Capital raises Rs 100 Cr from PNB Optimo Capital, a technology-led NBFC focused on MSME lending, has secured Rs 100 crore in debt funding from Punjab National Bank and entered into a co-lending partnership with Godrej Finance Limited to disburse Rs 200 crore over the next 12 months. The development comes six months after the company raised Rs 150 crore in equity funding led by Blume Ventures and Omnivore, with participation from founder Prashant Pitti. Optimo offers digital secured loan-against-property (LAP) products for MSMEs, targeting borrowers who face challenges in accessing formal credit despite owning collateral. Its lending infrastructure is built on a dataset of over 77 lakh mortgage and property transaction records, along with AI-led property inspection and valuation systems. The platform also enables in-principle loan sanctions within a few hours. The company currently manages over Rs 430 crore in assets under management and maintains gross NPAs below 0.7%. It has been profitable for the past 22 months, generating monthly profits in the range of Rs 2–3 crore. Optimo recently received a BBB (Stable) rating from CARE Ratings. Optimo operates 51 branches across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, focusing on MSME borrowers in semi-urban and rural markets. It employs over 500 people across functions. The partnership with Godrej Finance is expected to expand Optimo’s lending capacity, while the debt infusion from Punjab National Bank will support balance sheet growth.

Ireda eyes overseas lending, borrowing from green funds via GIFT City arm

LivemintLivemint · 1y ago
Ireda eyes overseas lending, borrowing from green funds via GIFT City arm
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The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (Ireda) is exploring the possibility of financing projects abroad through its subsidiary, Ireda Global Green Energy Finance IFSC Ltd. The subsidiary, based in Gujarat's GIFT City, aims to finance solar component manufacturing and green hydrogen businesses in India, as well as cater to export demand. Ireda is planning to borrow and lend from its GIFT City office, eliminating the need for foreign currency conversion. It also intends to approach green funds for financing projects and make its debut in the international market. The company is awaiting approval for its proposed follow-on public offering to raise around INR 4,500-5,000 crore.

Gensol faces insolvency as IREDA moves NCLT over Rs 510 Cr loan default

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Gensol faces insolvency as IREDA moves NCLT over Rs 510 Cr loan default
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Gensol faces insolvency as IREDA moves NCLT over Rs 510 Cr loan default The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) has moved the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) against Gensol Engineering Ltd, seeking insolvency proceedings over a Rs 510 crore loan default, according to a regulatory filing made to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). As per the filing, IREDA has filed the application under Section 7 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), showing a significant step in its attempt to recover dues from the Ahmedabad-based renewable energy firm. Gensol, which has been active in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for solar power projects, as well as in the electric mobility space, had taken loans amounting to over Rs 977 crore from IREDA and Power Finance Corporation (PFC). Out of Rs 977 crore, around Rs 664 crore was allocated for purchasing EVs for BluSmart, an electric ride-hailing platform co-founded by Gensol promoters Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi. This insolvency action comes just weeks after IREDA complained to the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), accusing Gensol of diverting funds and submitting false documents. The agency also said the company’s promoters reduced their shareholding without informing the lender. Following the controversy, market regulator SEBI barred both Jaggi brothers from holding any executive or directorial positions in listed companies. The duo stepped down from their respective roles on May 12. Gensol, once considered a rising player in India’s green mobility and solar infra push, is now facing a potential corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP), subject to admission by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

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