The alternative investment market has moved from the sidelines to the centre of global portfolios in just the last decade. Once dominated by illiquid funds and opaque structures, it is now defined by transparency, regulatory oversight, and broader access. For High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs), family offices, and institutional allocators, the shift is not just semantic. It changes how capital is deployed, how risks are managed, and how opportunities are captured in markets that traditional funds often miss. Let's take a closer look at some key points. From Exclusivity to Access For years, alternatives were the preserve of the very few. Minimum commitments ran into millions, and access to India’s best boutique managers was usually closed to anyone outside large institutions. Private bankers could explain the India growth story, but few could deliver a practical route in. That picture is evolving. New alternative investment solutions are breaking down barriers by pooling capital,...