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Introduction of the Speakers

Alankar Tripathi – Moderator

Senior executive in capital markets and custody services. Focuses on practical structuring outcomes for systematic and quant-driven operations. Known for translating regulatory frameworks into workable operational models.

Upendra Dutt Tripathi – President, Orbis Financial
Veteran in global capital markets, custody, and institutional onboarding. Deep expertise in foreign portfolio access, cross-border structures, and regulatory pathways. Works closely with global funds, family offices, and institutions accessing Indian markets

Shikhar Kacker – Partner, Khaitan & Co
Leading legal expert on fund structuring, regulatory strategy, and jurisdiction selection. Advises domestic and global managers on AIFs, offshore funds, GIFT City, and cross-border setups. Recognised among “40 under 40 – Alternative Investment Professionals”

Discussion Highlights

Why fund structure and jurisdiction choice can materially impact outcomes

How global participants can access Indian ecosystem through regulated pathways

Overview of Foreign Portfolio Investor (FPI) access and category distinctions

Advisory vs binding management models for overseas pools

Non-binding advisory structures and when they work

Section 9A framework and why it historically saw limited adoption

How GIFT City changes the equation for offshore management

Setting up fund management entities vs branches

Comparison of jurisdictions:

GIFT City

Singapore

Mauritius

ADGM

Cayman Islands

Regulatory speed, compliance intensity, and operational ease across regions
Tax efficiency considerations for different structures
Why derivatives-focused strategies benefit disproportionately from GIFT City
Practical fund-size thresholds for setting up offshore structures

Domestic pooling options explained:

Category III AIFs
PMS structures
Leverage constraints and potential regulatory evolution
How family offices can deploy capital efficiently without pooled vehicles
Custody-based models for working with multiple brokers and managers

Real-world timelines for setting up offshore access (typically 45–60 days)

Key Takeaway

Structure is not an afterthought—it is a strategic decision. The right jurisdiction, legal framework, and operational setup can unlock scalability, global participation, and long-term sustainability, while the wrong one can become a deal-breaker.

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