{"id":89896,"date":"2026-01-06T10:40:37","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T05:10:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/?p=89896"},"modified":"2026-02-04T16:13:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:43:26","slug":"sebi-reclassifies-reits-as-equity-impact-on-sifs-mfs-real-estate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/sebi-reclassifies-reits-as-equity-impact-on-sifs-mfs-real-estate\/","title":{"rendered":"SEBI Reclassifies\u00a0REITs as Equity- What it Means for SIFS, MFs\u00a0and Real Estate Investment in India\u00a0in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>SEBI&rsquo;s Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) reclassification has&nbsp;emerged&nbsp;as an essential link between <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Property&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Property refers to the legal designation of ownership over valuable items or assets held by an individual or a business. This ownership grants the holder certain legal rights to use, consume,(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/property\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>property<\/a> and capital markets, providing individual investors with exposure to income&#8209;generating real estate without directly owning such properties. In India, REITs have grown steadily as a preferred route for portfolio diversification and introducing transparency into real estate investment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a significant regulatory move, the Securities and Exchange Board of India announced on November 28, 2025, that REITs will be treated as equity-related instruments starting January 1, 2026.&nbsp;This step is aimed at encouraging active participation by mutual funds and SIFs, increasing liquidity, and aligning India&rsquo;s system with international standards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article explains the change, its implications for mutual funds, SIFs, investors, and the real estate <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Market&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;A market is a structured environment, either physical or virtual, where buyers and sellers convene to trade goods and services. This trading hub operates based on the principles of supply and(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/market\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>market<\/a>. It shows how&nbsp;Enterslice&nbsp;supports businesses with REIT structuring, compliance, and transaction advisory to&nbsp;understand&nbsp;this evolving landscape.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are REITs, and How&nbsp;were&nbsp;they Classified Earlier?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>REITs stand for Real Estate Investment Trusts, which involve owning and operating income&#8209;generating real estate assets, such as office buildings, malls, and commercial complexes. They enable investors to gain exposure to real estate markets without directly&nbsp;purchasing&nbsp;property, offering transparency, diversification, and regular income streams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The&nbsp;Earlier&nbsp;Classification&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Both the REITs and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) are classified as &ldquo;hybrid&rdquo; or &ldquo;other&rdquo; instruments under the mutual fund regulations.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Their mainstream appeal was limited, and because of this classification, they were differentiated from equity instruments.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Implications of the Previous Framework&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Compared with equity securities, liquidity in REIT units is low.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>For equity-oriented mutual funds, involvement is restricted.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>In India&rsquo;s capital markets, the expansion of the REIT universe is limited, and the growth is slower.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Changed: SEBI&rsquo;s REIT Reclassification Decision&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On November 28&nbsp;2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued a key circular reclassifying Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as equity-related instruments for investment purposes by mutual funds (MFs) and specialised investment funds (SIFs).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new classification&nbsp;came into&nbsp;effect on January 1, 2026. From this date, REITs in fund portfolios are to be treated on par with equity instruments. This&nbsp;represents&nbsp;a significant shift in regulations, aimed at deepening participation and further aligning the Indian framework with global practice.&nbsp;If you have completed&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/reit-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>REIT registration<\/strong><\/a>, you must know about these changes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Treatment of Existing Holdings<\/strong>:&nbsp;As of December 31, 2025, the units of REITs already held by the debt&#8209;scheme MFs or SIFs strategies would be grandfathered and remain in the existing structures.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Index Inclusion Timeline<\/strong>:&nbsp;REITs&nbsp;will be&nbsp;included in equity indices after a six&#8209;month buffer period, starting from July 1, 2026.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Operational Changes for AMCs:&nbsp;<\/strong>To update scheme documents, AMC shall issue addenda. To reflect the new equity treatment, the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) will revise the lists of scrip classifications.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why SEBI Introduced&nbsp;this&nbsp;Reclassification: Rationale and Expected Benefits&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The SEBI&rsquo;s REIT reclassification notification in November 2025 reflects a strategic effort to further strengthen the capital markets in India, besides aligning the country with international best practices. REITs will be treated as equity instruments to unlock broader participation and enhance market depth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consistency with International Standards&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>REITs are treated as either equity or fixed income, depending on their strategy, in many global markets. This new SEBI REIT reclassification brings Indian practice closer to international standards, particularly in terms of liquidity, tradability, and growth potential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Increasing Participation&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is now possible for Equity-oriented mutual funds and SIFs to invest directly, therefore increasing mutual fund investments in REITs in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This reclassification is expected to boost demand and widen the investor base.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Market Deepening &amp; Liquidity&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>More money coming into REITs will improve liquidity and trading volumes. To both institutional and retail investors, improving viability will make REITs more attractive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Freeing Investment Limits&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The earlier joint limits applied to REITs and&nbsp;InvITs. With REITs shifted to equity, the&nbsp;InvITs&rsquo; limit can be fully availed of, thereby increasing infrastructure investments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Administrative Rationalisation&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reducing classification complexity simplifies AMC operations. This update improves transparency and investor confidence by providing clearer scheme documents and updated scrip lists.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Implications for Different Stakeholders&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SEBI&rsquo;s REIT reclassification, effective January 1, 2026, has far-reaching implications across mutual funds, SIFs, the real estate market, and retail investors. Indeed, with SEBI making REITs equity instruments, the way portfolio strategy, liquidity, and investor participation are framed has changed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Mutual Funds &amp; SIFs&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Debt fund adjustments:<\/strong>&nbsp;Schemes holding REITs in their debt portfolios will unwind their positions in a phased manner, since grandfathering is only a temporary provision and the fund manager needs to rebalance the portfolio.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diversification avenues:<\/strong>&nbsp;Equity-oriented mutual funds can now invest in REITs, thereby increasing exposure to real estate and optimising portfolio diversification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Risk-return dynamics:&nbsp;<\/strong>REITs offer rental yields and <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Appreciation&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Appreciation refers to the increase in the value of an asset over time due to various factors such as inflation or increased demand. It is observed in various fields including economics,(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/appreciation\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>appreciation<\/a> potential, but their equity classification acknowledges higher volatility and growth orientation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clearer regulatory treatment:<\/strong>&nbsp;SIFs, which often adopt hybrid strategies, now have defined rules under SEBI&rsquo;s new REIT reclassification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For REITs \/ Real Estate Sector&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Institutional inflows:<\/strong>&nbsp;once REITs&nbsp;gain entry into&nbsp;the indices&nbsp;commencing&nbsp;July 2026, active equity funds and passive\/index-linked funds will route investments.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Market expansion:<\/strong>&nbsp;Increased demand could trigger the formation of new REITs and further build on India&rsquo;s real estate investment ecosystem.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Liquidity boost:<\/strong>&nbsp;With improved trading volumes, REITs have become attractive to investors who previously avoided &ldquo;illiquid&rdquo; real estate products.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Retail \/ Individual Investors&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Indirect benefits:<\/strong>&nbsp;With increased stability, liquidity, and valuation transparency, REITs are safer and more mainstream.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Diversified Exposure:<\/strong>&nbsp;Mutual funds invest in REITs in India, thereby providing diversified exposure to real estate with minimal capital requirements and limited illiquidity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Awareness required:&nbsp;<\/strong>Investors should be aware that an equity classification can make REITs behave more like equities, which tend to be more volatile compared to debt or hybrid funds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"margin:30px 0; padding:30px; background-color:#0b5ed7; border-radius:8px; direction:ltr; text-align:left;\">\n  <div style=\"max-width:900px; margin:0 auto; color:#ffffff;\">\n\n    <h3 style=\"color:#ffffff; font-size:22px; font-weight:600; margin-bottom:12px;\">\n      SEBI Reclassifies REITs as Equity: Impact on SIFs, Mutual Funds and Real Estate Investment in India\n    <\/h3>\n\n    <p style=\"color:#ffffff; font-size:16px; margin-bottom:16px;\">\n      Speak with our experts for a\n      <strong style=\"color:#ffffff;\">free consultation on SEBI REIT reclassification<\/strong>,\n      covering its impact on SIFs, mutual funds, and real estate investment strategies in India.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <ul style=\"font-size:15px; margin-bottom:20px; padding-left:20px;\">\n      <li style=\"margin-bottom:8px; color:#ffffff;\">\n        <strong style=\"color:#ffffff;\">Understanding SEBI&rsquo;s decision to classify REITs as equity<\/strong>\n      <\/li>\n      <li style=\"color:#ffffff;\">\n        <strong style=\"color:#ffffff;\">Implications for SIFs, mutual funds, and investors<\/strong>\n      <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/consultation?sid=YmNhYzdCdWdoMVV3YlVnT2Rhbm81Zz09\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"\n       display:inline-block;\n       padding:14px 28px;\n       background-color:#ffffff;\n       color:#0b5ed7;\n       text-decoration:none;\n       font-size:16px;\n       font-weight:600;\n       border-radius:6px;\">\n       Get Free SEBI REIT Consultation\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Potential Challenges to Consider Going Forward&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the SEBI REIT reclassification has opened new opportunities, stakeholders need to remain vigilant about potential risks and transition issues. Treating REITs as equity instruments alters their behaviour in portfolios, and this requires careful monitoring.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both institutional and retail participants can approach mutual fund investments in REITs in India with greater caution and informed strategies by recognising the challenges outlined below:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transition by Debt-Scheme Funds&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Temporary relief can be provided through Grandfathering, but debt funds holding REITs will eventually divest.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>This change would shift demand and supply,&nbsp;possibly affecting&nbsp;short-term liquidity and pricing.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volatility Considerations&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>REITs could now reflect broader equity-market swings rather than just real estate fundamentals.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Investors should avoid viewing them solely as &ldquo;fixed income + real estate yield.&rdquo;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax and Regulatory Impact&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The AMCs will have to revise the scheme documents and mandates.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>During compliance adjustments, operational friction can occur.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overconcentration Risk&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Equity funds might surge into REITs, forcing valuations higher.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>There is a risk of a bubble forming if one disregards fundamentals.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Investors should&nbsp;look into&nbsp;individual REIT performance rather than just momentum.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The SEBI REITs reclassification, effective January 1, 2026, is a landmark regulatory change. By treating REITs as equity instruments, India aligns with global norms and enables greater institutional participation, deeper liquidity, and faster growth in the REIT ecosystem. For mutual funds, SIFs, and real&#8209;estate companies, this shift in classification could redefine portfolio strategies and market dynamics. Yet, opportunity requires caution: investors must apply due diligence, manage volatility, and plan strategically.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greater mutual fund investment in REITs will mean increased access for India, but awareness of risk will be essential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested in how these regulatory changes affect your portfolio or real estate investments? Reach out to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Enterslice<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;for bespoke advisory on REIT structuring, compliance, and strategic investment planning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All You Need About SEBI reclassification of REITs as equity in India<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"saswp-faq-block-section\"><ol style=\"list-style-type:none\"><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What exactly did SEBI change about REITs?&nbsp;<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Under the new SEBI REIT reclassification, starting January 1, 2026, all investments by MFs or SIFs in REITs will be treated as equity-related instruments and neither hybrid nor debt.&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>Why did SEBI reclassify REITs as equity?&nbsp;<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The step to classify REITs as equity instruments is towards aligning India with international practices, enhancing liquidity, deepening the real estate investment market, and allowing broader participation by funds and investors.&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What about existing REIT holdings by debt funds?&nbsp;Are they affected?&nbsp;<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">Holdings as of December 31, 2025, will be &ldquo;grandfathered&rdquo;-that is, allowed to remain, but debt funds are expected to divest, reshaping mutual fund investment in REITs in India gradually.&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>When can REITs be included in equity indices?&nbsp;<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">REITs can form part of Equity Indices after a six-month buffer period, i.e., from July 1, 2026, onwards.&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>Does this <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Amendment&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;An &amp;quot;amendment&amp;quot; refers to the formal change or correction of a legal document, often involving additions, variations, or deletions to address irregularities or clarify points in an agreement.(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/amendment\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>amendment<\/a> also apply to&nbsp;InvITs?&nbsp;<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">No.&nbsp;InvITs&nbsp;will remain categorised as &ldquo;hybrid&rdquo; instruments under SEBI regulations.&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><h3>What does this mean to the individual investor interested in REITs?&nbsp;<\/h3><p class=\"saswp-faq-answer-text\">The reclassification of SEBI REIT makes REITs more liquid and mainstream, thereby improving access and credibility. However, investors need to take into consideration the fact that REITs, as equity instruments, may now behave like equity, characterised by high volatility, unlike traditional debt or hybrid funds.&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SEBI&rsquo;s Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) reclassification has&nbsp;emerged&nbsp;as an essential link between <a class=\"glossaryLink\" aria-describedby=\"tt\" data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemTitle&gt;Property&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;Property refers to the legal designation of ownership over valuable items or assets held by an individual or a business. This ownership grants the holder certain legal rights to use, consume,(...)&lt;\/div&gt;\" href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/terms\/property\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'>property<\/a> and capital markets, providing individual investors with exposure to income&#8209;generating real estate without directly owning such properties. In India, REITs have grown steadily as a preferred route for portfolio diversification and introducing transparency into real estate investment.&nbsp; In a significant regulatory move, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":61,"featured_media":89897,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2828,1599],"tags":[377,12400],"acf":{"service_id":"996"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v14.6.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>SEBI Reclassifies REITs as Equity: Impact on SIFS, MFs &amp; Real Estate<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"SEBI reclassifies REITs as equity, impacting SIFS, mutual funds, and real estate investment strategies under India\u2019s evolving regulatory framework.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow\" \/>\n<meta name=\"googlebot\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta name=\"bingbot\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/sebi-reclassifies-reits-as-equity-impact-on-sifs-mfs-real-estate\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"SEBI Reclassifies REITs as Equity: Impact on SIFS, MFs &amp; Real Estate\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"SEBI reclassifies REITs as equity, impacting SIFS, mutual funds, and real estate investment strategies under India\u2019s evolving regulatory framework.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/sebi-reclassifies-reits-as-equity-impact-on-sifs-mfs-real-estate\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Enterslice\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/enterslice\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2026-01-06T05:10:37+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-02-04T10:43:26+00:00\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:image\" content=\"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/SEBI-Reclassifies-REITs-as-Equity-What-it-Means-for-SIFS-MFs-and-Real-Estate-Investment-in-India-in-2026.webp\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@enterslice\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@enterslice\" \/>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","authorName":"Monisha Chaudhary","authorImageUrl":"https:\/\/enterslice.com\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Monisha-Chaudhary-150x150-1.jpg","authorDescription":"Monisha Chaudhary is a distinguished partner at Enterslice with 10+ years of relevant industry experience in company incorporation, fintech, regulatory compliance, insurtech consulting, and M&amp;A. 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