Quick commerce startup Inamo has secured $8 million in fresh funding, led by Prime Venture Partners, as it accelerates expansion in India’s rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape. The funding round also saw participation from Shastra VC, Antler India, and Gemba Capital.
Of the total capital raised, $6 million came through equity investment, while the remaining $2 million was structured as venture debt, reflecting investor confidence in the company’s operational and revenue model.
Funding to Strengthen Dark Store Expansion and Technology Stack
Inamo plans to deploy the new capital toward:
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Expanding its network of dark stores
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Onboarding more consumer brands onto its platform
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Entering additional product categories
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Strengthening its technology infrastructure
Dark stores—small fulfillment hubs dedicated to online orders—are central to India’s quick commerce ecosystem, enabling ultra-fast deliveries within minutes.
Building a Purpose-Built Tech Stack for Quick Commerce
Founded in 2024 by Sumit Anand, former Vice President at Dunzo, and Rupesh Thakare, former Product Head at ApnaKlub, Inamo is positioning itself as a full-stack infrastructure provider for quick commerce businesses.
According to CEO Sumit Anand, legacy e-commerce fulfillment systems are not optimized for the speed and real-time data integration required in quick commerce.
“Established brands and platforms are still recalibrating their legacy fulfilment models for a channel that requires speed and data integration by design. We are building that backbone to modernise systems by providing purpose-built full-stack capabilities in quick commerce,” Anand said.
The company aims to create a modular, scalable system that supports rapid order processing, inventory visibility, and seamless logistics management.
Rupesh Thakare added that many brands continue to rely on traditional e-commerce technology stacks, which are not tailored to quick commerce needs.
“There is a clear need for a stack designed specifically for quick commerce. We will continue to invest heavily in technology to meet that demand.”
Inamo’s Full-Stack Quick Commerce Model
Inamo operates as an end-to-end quick commerce enabler by:
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Helping businesses set up and manage dark stores
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Providing operational tools for inventory and order management
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Offering last-mile delivery services through its in-house team
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Enabling brands to scale faster with optimized fulfillment systems
This vertically integrated approach allows brands to streamline operations while maintaining delivery speed and service reliability.
Investor Perspective: Backing the Next Wave of E-commerce
Prime Venture Partners sees Inamo as a critical infrastructure player in India’s fast-growing quick commerce market.
Brij Bhushan, Managing Partner at Prime Venture Partners, said:
“Inamo is building critical infrastructure for the next wave of e-commerce in India. Their ability to combine deep operational execution with a modular technology stack while scaling rapidly makes them uniquely positioned in a large, fast-growing market.”
With consumer demand shifting toward faster deliveries and hyperlocal fulfillment models, quick commerce has emerged as one of India’s most competitive startup segments.
The Growing Opportunity in India’s Quick Commerce Sector
India’s quick commerce market is witnessing rapid expansion, driven by:
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Increasing urban digital adoption
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Consumer preference for instant deliveries
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Growth in online grocery and essentials purchases
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Investment in hyperlocal supply chains
However, many brands and retailers struggle with adapting traditional e-commerce infrastructure to meet the demands of 10–30 minute delivery windows.
Inamo’s infrastructure-led model aims to bridge this gap by offering purpose-built solutions designed specifically for speed, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Conclusion
With $8 million in fresh funding, Inamo is accelerating its ambition to become a backbone player in India’s quick commerce ecosystem. By focusing on technology-driven fulfillment systems and scalable dark store operations, the startup is positioning itself to support brands navigating the shift toward faster, data-driven commerce.
As quick commerce continues to reshape India’s retail landscape, infrastructure-first players like Inamo could play a pivotal role in defining the sector’s next phase of growth.
Ruchi Kumar is the associate editor at Entrepreneur News Network and TVW News India, where she leads editorial strategy, brand storytelling, and startup ecosystem coverage. With a strong focus on innovation, business, and marketing insights, he curates impactful narratives that spotlight India’s evolving entrepreneurial landscape.