Mainak Chakraborty

Mainak Chakraborty

February 19, 2024

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My first encounter with Anurag was back when he was leading SME lending at HSBC. This was during the early days of GPS Renewables when we were still finding our wings. Like any budding startup, we were in search of someone to rally behind us – a daunting task in the debt space, especially for first-generation entrepreneurs like us with no established banking history or track record.

In the world of finance, finding a champion willing to take the risk of supporting a startup is not always easy. However, we were fortunate to discover that champion in Anurag. To us, he wasn’t just a high-flying banker; he was a fellow “startup” comrade. His approach was different; he understood the challenges we faced and stood by us.

Now, as Anurag takes the leap into entrepreneurship himself, I have no doubt that he will excel. His entrepreneurial spirit has always shone through. I extend my best wishes to Anurag and his co-founders on their new journey. For those in the Indian manufacturing, hardware, biofuels, and similar startup sectors that rely on debt for growth, having lenders who truly understand our struggles is crucial. Here’s to more entrepreneurs stepping into the lending space and making a difference.

Thanks for taking the entrepreneurial plunge, Anurag. Wishing you all the success in shaping the future of Indian lending. Cheers!