Managing Director & CEO
Supratim Sarkar an Engineer & MBA, is a seasoned financial professional with over 30+ years of experience in the financial industry. He started his career with IDBI in 1995 and later joined SBICAPS, where he worked for over 21 years as a Group Head. There, he led a team of about 300 professionals in various areas of finance, including project finance, corporate finance, structured finance, resolution of stressed assets and advisory services for projects bidding, auctions of mines, disinvestments and other strategic areas.
Supratim has exceptional expertise in infrastructure, PPP & core sectors covering i.e power, renewables, roads, ports, petrochemical & refineries, Iron & steel and others. He enjoys great rapport & connect with top leadership of banks, Financial Institutions and Fund houses not only in India but also globally.
With his vast experience, Supratim has been associated with different committees set up by the State Governments and the Government of India. He has been involved in key projects, such as the reintroduction of the Development Financial Institution, the High Power Committee for the resolution of coastal power projects based on imported coal, and the resolution of tariffs for independent power producers in Maharashtra. He has also been instrumental in leading the ideation of the National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCIL), previously known as the National Bad Bank, a significant development in the Indian financial landscape.
Supratim's contributions to the industry go beyond his professional roles with, active participation in industry chambers such as the Confederation of Indian Industry and FICCI. He has represented these organizations in delegations to the US and Canada, along with Government dignitaries, and has been a regular speaker at webinars and panel discussions organized by industry partners.
With his extensive experience in financial services, Supratim brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in project finance, corporate finance and Government Advisory. His strategic insights, policy formulation skills and industry leadership make him amongst the pioneer in the field.
Co-Founder & ED
Gopal Agarwal is a highly experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) with a remarkable career spanning over 30+ years in the field of investment banking and corporate finance. He has held senior leadership roles in prestigious organizations like Adani Group, Bajaj Group, SBICAPS, and IDBI, where he has managed large teams and demonstrated exceptional financial acumen.
Gopal has a proven track record of successfully managing financial closure and refinancing of projects in infrastructure and core sectors, amounting to over $50bn. He is well-versed in devising financing strategies and approaches for fundraising and has been involved in various M&A, structured finance and bidding advisory deals. He has also played a key role in the resolution and restructuring of stressed assets, showcasing his expertise in handling different kinds of financial situations. With his extensive experience, he has established strong relationships and networks with banks, financial institutions, funds, large corporates and other stakeholders in the financial industry. He is known for his exceptional relationship management skills and networking capabilities, which have been instrumental in his success in the field of investment banking and corporate finance.
Gopal's expertise and knowledge in the field of infrastructure financing and related areas are widely recognized, as he has been invited as a speaker at various seminars and events in India and abroad, including Project Finance International, Indian Infrastructure, CA Institute, NIBM and many more. He has also been interviewed by prestigious magazines like Business India, PowerLine and Indian Infrastructure, among others, on his insights into infrastructure financing and related fields.
With his wealth of experience, strategic insights and proven track record, Gopal is a highly respected professional in the field of investment banking and corporate finance. His exceptional financial acumen, leadership skills and industry expertise make him a standout leader at Coeus Advisors.
Co-Founder & ED
Subhendu Moitra has over 33+ years of leadership experience across Infrastructure Finance/Advisory, Investment Banking, Project Finance, Resolution of Stressed Assets, Government Advisory, M&A, and Development Banking, across sectors. Till September 2022 he was working as Chief Credit Officer of IIFCL, an entity of Govt of India for promotion and funding of Infrastructure Projects. He was also member in the Board of IIFCL Projects Ltd, a company engaged in Project Advisory and Infrastructure Consultancy. Earlier he also worked as MD & CEO of a Special Situation Fund / ARC owned by Indian Banks & FIs; as also Senior Vice President & Regional Head of SBI Capital Markets Ltd (SBICAP), a premier Investment Bank of India belonging to State Bank of India Group. For more than 14 years he also worked for leading Bank and Development Financial Institution (DFI).
As a leader in his career, he has handled and led teams in a number of landmark assignments both as a lender and as an advisor. He advised and managed relationship with top management and sponsors of Private Corporates, Central/State Government Departments, and Chambers etc. and also represented in high level Business Delegation and Seminars and as faculty for Training Sessions.
He is an Engineer with MBA and CAIIB, Heading eastern region based out of our Kolkata office.
Co-Founder & ED
Manish Kothary is a highly accomplished Chartered Accountant (CA) with around 25+ years of experience in the field of investment banking and corporate finance. He has held senior roles in reputed organizations such as SBICAPS, JM Financial, Calyon Bank and Maruti, before embarking on his entrepreneurial journey in 2022.
With his deep expertise and experience, Manish has successfully led teams of professionals and closed mandates in various sectors, including infrastructure (power, road), core sectors (steel, sugar, textile, etc.), real estate, and government advisory mandates. He has a proven track record of handling debt resolution cases in diverse sectors under various RBI schemes, including IBC (Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code) cases.
Manish has a comprehensive understanding of corporate finance services, including debt raising for both greenfield and brownfield projects, debt refinancing with value accretive strategies for borrowers, mergers & acquisitions, structured finance and bidding advisory deals. He also has strong abilities in the resolution and restructuring of stressed assets, showcasing his expertise in managing complex financial situations.
In addition to his technical skills, Manish has established strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, fund houses, large corporates and other stakeholders in the finance industry, which further enhances his ability to deliver successful outcomes for the clients.
His proficiency in managing diverse financial assignments, his strategic approach to problem-solving and his strong relationships in the industry make him a trusted advisor to our clients.
Senior Director
Pranab Kumar Sinha has an illustrious career with over 36+ years of experience in Power Sector working with Damodar Valley Corporation (5 years) and Power Finance Corporation (around 31 years) in the field of Project Finance. He held various senior level position in these organisations leading a large team and retired as Executive Director of PFC.
During his tenure at Power Finance Corporation Ltd. (PFC), he led the core appraisal team for a wide range of Power projects - spanning conventional thermal (coal and gas), hydro, and renewable energy (solar, wind, and small hydro), monitoring and reviewing the procedure followed for procurement of goods & services by the Utilities under World Bank, Asian Development Bank & KfW loans through PFC. He has also engaged with the officials of various International Bilateral and Multi-lateral funding agencies such as World Bank, Asian Development Bank, KfW etc. for finalizing and implementing their programmes and projects.
He has managed loan portfolios for projects across the Northern and Western regions of India, covering both in public and private sector entities. He has represented PFC as Nominee Director on the boards of various distribution companies in Rajasthan and Independent Power Producers. Additionally, he has contributed to the development of Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPPs) of (~4000 MW), overseeing statutory clearances for the project and inter-agency coordination for various developmental activities including land acquisition.
He brings with him a vast set of knowledge and expertise in the Infrastructure sector and being in the Industry for more than 3 decades, he has deep understanding of the Infrastructure sector along with good relationship with various stakeholders. Pranab Kumar Sinha is heading our Northern Region and is based out of our New Delhi office.
Senior Director
Anil Kumar Bhardwaj, a Post Graduate in Economics, CAIIB and PGDFA, has extensive experience of over 4 decades in Financial Services sector. He has retired as General Manager from State Bank of India, the largest bank of the country.
Anil Kumar Bhardwaj has worked in various verticals of the bank and held critical assignments like Branch Heads, Regional Manager, Deputy General Manager before superannuating as General Manager. He is a veteran in Corporate Credit and specializes in Project Finance, International Banking and Resolution of Stressed Assets. He has around 25+ years of rich experience in Project and Corporate Finance including Financing/Syndicating of Infrastructure Projects especially Power and Roads. He has hands on experience in resolution of stressed assets including Deep Restructuring, Settlements, Assignments and Proceedings in CIRP.
Director
Abhinav Gupta is a highly accomplished finance professional with around 21+ years of experience in the field of investment banking and corporate finance. He has held CFO level roles in reputed organizations such as Trident Limited & Tilaknagar Industries Limited besides donning senior level roles in SBICAPS.
With his professional expertise, he has led teams leading to syndication of more than Rs 30000 crores across sectors like textiles, cement, education, hospitality, pharmaceuticals, telecom, steel, roads etc. Further, he has played a key role in resolution of stressed assets in various sectors through RBI mandated schemes, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code etc. He has also worked with various Govt Ministries/PSUs regarding policy level matters. As a CFO, he played a key role in substantially improving the Balance Sheet & Profitability of Companies he worked with & also led their Banking & Investor Relation roles.
He was instrumental in Tilaknagar Industries making the biggest ever acquisition in alcobev space viz the acquisition of Imperial Blue brand from Pernod Ricard. He was named the Best CFO of the Year 2022- Mid Cap Category by Dalal Street Investment Journal.
Abhinav’s diverse & rich working experience across top Investment Banking & Corporate roles makes him an ideal choice for clients to help them strategize their finances.
Director
Anshul Saini is a senior investment banking professional with nearly 20 years of experience in capital raising, structured finance, M&A advisory, acquisition financing, and special situations. He has advised clients across infrastructure, financial services, aviation, telecommunications, and renewable energy sectors. Over the course of his career, Anshul has played a pivotal role in mobilizing capital exceeding ₹1.5 trillion through a wide range of financing and advisory transactions. He has extensive experience advising corporates, financial sponsors, lenders, sovereign investors, and institutional stakeholders on complex capital structures, strategic transactions, and value creation initiatives.
Prior to joining COEUS Advisors, he was working with SBI Capital Markets Limited where he led origination and execution of financing and advisory mandates spanning acquisition finance, structured credit, project finance, debt restructuring, and private capital solutions. He has been associated with several landmark transactions, including the acquisition of Reliance Capital, the reconstruction and recapitalization of Yes Bank, the strategic disinvestment of Air India, large airport acquisition financings, renewable energy platform financings, and major telecom infrastructure transactions. Recognized for his strategic thinking, stakeholder management capabilities, and execution excellence, Anshul has also contributed to key industry initiatives in acquisition financing, aircraft leasing, telecom and financial services advisory, and insolvency resolution frameworks.
He holds an MBA in Finance from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Institute of Engineering and Technology Lucknow.
Coeus also has a large team of experienced professionals, spread across geographies, with expertise in various sectors e.g. infrastructure, core sector, real estate and others.
