Quadria Group launches third HealthQuad fund with a corpus of $300 million
The fund seeks to back healthcare ventures that have significantly expanded access, affordability, and quality of care across India.
Funds I and II backed over 18 companies including Qure.ai, Medikabazaar, THB, Wysa, Ekincare, Redcliffe Labs, GoApptiv, and Strand Life Sciences.
Dr. Amit Varma, Co-founder and Investment Committee member, HealthQuad, said, 'India presents one of the world's most compelling healthcare investment opportunities—driven by growing demand, digital acceleration, and underserved segments across primary, diagnostic, and chronic care. With the full ownership of Fund III and expanded leadership, we are better positioned than ever to deliver cross-regional value for our portfolio companies, across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the GCC, creating an unparalleled platform for health innovation.
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