$272M Raised: Healthtech & AI Fuel India’s Startup Boom

India's startup ecosystem is experiencing a significant resurgence, with funding increasing by 38% week-on-week, amounting to $2721 million across 18 deals, according to the TICE Startup Funding Index. This indicates a strategic focus on fewer, larger investments.

Healthtech, enterprise tech, and artificial intelligence (AI) are leading sectors, with healthtech alone securing $65 million This reflects a growing interest in tech-driven healthcare solutions and AI applications, showcasing investor confidence in these areas.

Notable funding rounds include Truemeds raising $85 million in a Series C round, and Zepto securing $46 million strategically Peak XV Partners emerged as the most active investor, supporting multiple startups, including Truemeds and Graas.ai.

There is a marked resurgence in seed-stage funding, which climbed 27% from the previous week This shift indicates a strategic focus on sustainable early-stage ventures with clear monetization paths, supported by new funds from Atomic Capital and others.

The Indian IPO landscape is heating up, with companies like Fractal filing for significant listings, and BlueStone's public offering being oversubscribed This resurgence in public market confidence is driven by strong IPO performances and strategic global M&A; activities.

The funding landscape is shifting towards fundamentals-first investing, with a preference for startups that have clear revenue models and align with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria

High-priority sectors include transportation and logistics tech, retail, SaaS, agritech, EVs, alongside AI and healthtech, reflecting a diverse range of opportunities for growth and innovation

Venture capitalists are increasingly applying ESG lenses to investments, particularly in climate tech and inclusive fintech, emphasizing sustainable and responsible investing practices

With macroeconomic conditions stabilizing, the momentum for mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs is expected to accelerate in the final quarter of 2025, offering strategic exit opportunities

Overall, India's startup ecosystem is evolving from chasing unicorns to building resilient and enduring institutions, with a focus on strategic, patient, and sector-aware capital This positions India to leverage its Digital Public Infrastructure as a global export model, driving the next wave of growth.