Ashika Investment Managers is a SEBI registered Category III AIF (SEBI Reg. No.: IN/AIF3/20-21/0811). At Ashika Investment Managers, we recognize that investment decisions are inherently complex—often influenced by cognitive biases, market noise, and behavioural anomalies. When managing fiduciary capital, it is imperative to uphold  the diverse interests, investment cycles, and expectations of our investors with discipline and clarity. With this responsibility at the core, we have developed a robust investment framework grounded in data, quantitative analytics, and systematic research. Our approach is designed to cut through market noise, neutralize human bias, and navigate structural inefficiencies with precision. Our team brings together decades of cross-disciplinary experience spanning Asset Management, Wealth Management, Technology, and Data Analytics—across both Indian and global markets. This unique blend of expertise empowers us to build resilient investment strategies focused on long-term value creation and smartalpha generation.

Manish Lodha is a senior investment professional with over 25 years of expertise across the Indian financial markets, spanning corporate finance, fixed income, equity research, and portfolio management. A Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary, Manish combines financial discipline with an understanding of market fundamentals to deliver long-term returns. Prior to his current role at Ashika Investment Managers, he made significant contributions as a Fund Manager at Mahindra Manulife Mutual Fund. Manish has also been associated with Canara HSBC OBC Life Insurance Company and Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund, where he was a part of equity research and portfolio management. Earlier in his career, he spent four years in corporate finance function in BOC India Ltd (now Linde India Ltd), giving him a well-rounded perspective on both capital markets and corporate finance. Manish comes with research-driven approach, strong focus on fundamentals, and ability to navigate diverse market cycles, making him a respected voice in the equity investment field.

Manish Lodha

Mr. Paras Bothra completed his PGDBM from Wigan & Leigh College (UK) & B.Com (Hons) from Calcutta University. He is at present the Chief Investment Officer of Ashika Investment Managers Pvt. Ltd. and manages "Ashika India Alpha Scheme Fund", a Category III AIF. He has been with Ashika Group since 2005 and has vast experience of in-depth research in Indian equity markets. He is instrumental in setting up the equity research vertical at Ashika Group and has experience in heading Institutional research and Retail & HNI research. He is quoted on various newswires and has represented the company on shows with ET Now, CNBC Awaaz, CNBC TV18, Zee Business, NDTV and on various other forums. He is credited with initiation of "Ashika Monthly Insight", a monthly magazine on financial markets, which is widely read among investors and the business community.

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