16 Alpha Appoints 22-Year-Old Priyanshu Priyank, Making Him India's Youngest Fund Manager

New Delhi [India], November 2: 16 Alpha has appointed Priyanshu Priyank as Fund Manager of 16 Alpha Alternatives Technologies Fund, making him Indias youngest fund manager at 22. The appointment reflects the firms commitment to empowering exceptional young investment talent.

Founded by Pushan Jain, 16 Alpha launched its first SEBI-registered Category III Alternative Investment Fund in February 2025. Following its success, the firm launched its second fund in August 2026.

According to the firm, both funds have outperformed their benchmark indices since inception, with risk management and capital preservation central to their strategies. Its investment philosophy centres on systematic, data-driven processes, using rules and quantitative research to reduce human bias and subjectivity in investment decisions.

Priyanshus appointment reinforces 16 Alphas belief that young talent should be at the forefront of innovation, developing original investment ideas and translating research into disciplined strategies. The firm continues to build an investment culture grounded in evidence and independent thinking.

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