DAAKit, a hyperlocal logistics and fulfilment startup, has raised $138,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV).
The fresh capital will be used to expand its dark store network, enhance technology capabilities, and strengthen leadership across key business functions.
Building the Backbone of Fast Commerce
As India’s quick commerce and e-commerce sectors evolve, logistics is emerging as a core infrastructure layer rather than just a delivery service.
DAAKit is differentiating itself by focusing on decentralised fulfilment, placing inventory closer to customers through strategically located dark stores. This approach enables:
- Faster delivery timelines
- Improved operational efficiency
- Lower logistics costs
The company plans to launch 25 new dark stores across Tier-I and Tier-II cities, accelerating its expansion strategy.
Technology-Led Expansion Strategy
DAAKit is investing in technology to support scalability and efficiency, including:
- Platform integrations
- Backend infrastructure improvements
- Advanced fulfilment management systems
According to Chandan Singh Ghugtyal, the company’s vision is to build a capital-efficient and profitable logistics network that solves last-mile challenges for businesses across India.
Strong Growth with Profitability Focus
Unlike many logistics startups, DAAKit has focused on unit economics and profitability from an early stage.
Key performance highlights:
- 15–20% monthly growth in orders and revenue
- Double-digit EBITDA margins
- Thousands of orders processed daily
Mitesh Shah отметил that DAAKit’s asset-light model and strong partner ecosystem have enabled efficient scaling while maintaining profitability.
Expanding Beyond Metro Cities
DAAKit currently operates in major cities including:
- Delhi
- Gurugram
- Mumbai
- Bengaluru
- Kolkata
The company has also launched a pilot in Lucknow to test expansion into Tier-II and Tier-III markets.
It is targeting 500,000 orders per month as it scales its operations nationwide.
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Addressing a Large and Fragmented Market
India’s logistics sector is valued at over $250 billion, yet it remains highly fragmented and inefficient.
Key challenges include:
- High logistics costs (around 14% of GDP)
- Limited access to reliable fulfilment for SMEs
- Inefficient last-mile delivery systems
DAAKit aims to address these gaps by enabling businesses to:
- Decentralise inventory
- Reduce delivery times
- Improve operational efficiency without significantly increasing costs
Industry Outlook
As quick commerce matures, the focus is shifting from speed to sustainable infrastructure.
Startups like DAAKit are betting on:
- Backend efficiency over front-end delivery promises
- Scalable and capital-efficient models
- Profitability alongside growth
This reflects a broader trend in India’s startup ecosystem, where execution, unit economics, and infrastructure strength are becoming key differentiators.
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