Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, November 2025 — PPFAS Mutual Fund, an equity mutual fund house known for its disciplined approach to Value Investing and Behavioral Finance, has announced the appointment of Vikas Gandhi as its Chief Financial Officer. With over two decades of leadership experience across India’s premier financial institutions, Vikas brings a deep understanding of finance, accounting, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning to his new role.
Prior to joining PPFAS Mutual Fund, Vikas served as Senior Vice President and Head – Finance & Accounts at Mirae Asset Mutual Fund (India), where he successfully led financial governance initiatives that strengthened operational efficiency and internal controls. His strategic oversight played a pivotal role in supporting the fund’s growth and aligning financial management practices with long-term business objectives.
Before his tenure at Mirae Asset, Vikas held senior leadership positions including Vice President – Finance at TRUST, Financial Controller at YouFirst Ventures Pvt. Ltd., and Assistant Vice President – Finance & Accounts at L&T Mutual Fund. His earlier experience at Nippon India Mutual Fund, ICICI Bank, and Nickunj Eximp Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. further solidified his expertise in managing financial operations, risk, and compliance across large-scale, complex organizations.
An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, where he completed the Chief Financial Officer Programme, Vikas Gandhi is also a Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. His academic and professional credentials together reflect a strong foundation in both strategic finance and governance excellence.
At PPFAS Mutual Fund, Vikas will focus on enhancing financial systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and steering the organization’s fiscal strategy in alignment with its long-term value-driven philosophy. His appointment reinforces the firm’s commitment to maintaining transparency, investor trust, and sustainable growth.
About PPFAS Mutual Fund
PPFAS Mutual Fund is an equity mutual fund house guided by the principles of Value Investing and Behavioral Finance. Its flagship product, the Parag Parikh Long Term Equity Fund, is designed for investors who value disciplined, research-driven equity investing. With a focus on long-term wealth creation and prudent capital allocation, PPFAS Mutual Fund continues to be recognized for its investor-centric approach and consistent performance.
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