Dholakia Ventures: A Surat Family Office Backing Indian Founders
Dholakia Ventures is a Surat-based family office founded by Dravya Dholakia in 2020, connected to the Dholakia family's diamond export business. The firm backs Indian founders from pre-seed through series B in fintech, SaaS, EV, and deep tech, typically joining as a co-investor rather than leading rounds. It has deployed more than $10 million across roughly 70 companies, including Dhiwise and Agnikul.
Overview
Dholakia Ventures is a family office based in Surat, Gujarat. Dravya Dholakia founded the firm in 2020. The office connects to the Dholakia family's diamond export business. It backs startups across enterprise tech, fintech, SaaS, and electric vehicles. The firm typically joins as a co-investor rather than leading rounds itself.
Investment Focus and Stage
Dholakia Ventures invests from pre-seed through series B. It primarily backs companies at the seed and series A stages. The firm supports founders across space technology, consumer brands, and deep tech. It leverages its network among businesses, investors, and researchers for portfolio support. Hands-on mentorship accompanies its capital in most deals.
Fund Size and Portfolio
Dholakia Ventures has deployed more than $10 million across its portfolio. The firm has backed around 70 to 72 companies since its 2020 launch. Dhiwise and Agnikul both count among its confirmed investments. Suvit, ClearDekho, and BharatX rank among its four confirmed exits. PROTOUCH and My3dSelfie stand out as its most notable recent bets.
Leadership
Dravya Dholakia founded Dholakia Ventures and continues to lead the firm today. He brings an entrepreneurship and investment background to backing early-stage founders. Dholakia has represented the firm at global events like the World Economic Forum. His team of six people includes two partners supporting the firm's work. Inc42 Media recognized him among India's 100 most active investors.