Quick commerce enablement platform Inamo has raised $8 million in a new funding round led by Prime Venture Partners. The round also saw participation from existing investors Shastra VC, Antler India and Gemba Capital.
The funding includes $6 million in equity and $2 million in venture debt, giving the Mumbai-based startup fresh capital to expand its operations.
This marks a significant step forward for Inamo, which is positioning itself as the infrastructure backbone for India’s rapidly growing quick commerce ecosystem.
Where the Money Will Be Used
According to the company, the newly raised funds will be deployed to:
- Expand its dark store network
- Onboard more brands onto its platform
- Add new product categories
Inamo operates a plug-and-play Infrastructure-as-a-Service model that enables brands to tap into rapid 10-minute delivery without building their own backend systems.
By providing dark store management, last-mile delivery and inventory solutions, the startup helps consumer brands scale quickly in competitive metro markets.
A Young Startup Scaling Fast
Founded in 2024 by Sumit Anand and Rupesh Thakare, Inamo is still in its early stages but has already achieved meaningful traction.
Before this round, the company had raised $3 million in seed funding led by Shastra VC, with participation from Antler India, Gemba Capital and Scope Promoters.
In less than two years, Inamo has:
- Scaled to over 80 dark stores
- Expanded operations across six metro cities
- Reached 1.8 million orders per month
The company now plans to grow aggressively, targeting 200 outlets across 10 cities by the end of 2026.
What Makes Inamo Different?
Infrastructure-as-a-Service for Quick Commerce
Quick commerce platforms promise ultra-fast delivery, often within 10 minutes. But behind that promise lies a complex system of warehousing, inventory planning and hyperlocal logistics.
Inamo focuses on building that backbone.
Instead of competing directly with consumer-facing delivery apps, the startup provides the infrastructure layer that powers brands wanting to enter or scale in the quick delivery space.
Its full-stack offering includes:
- Dark store setup and management
- Technology systems for inventory and demand forecasting
- Integrated last-mile delivery operations
This allows brands to plug into a ready-made system without heavy capital expenditure.
Riding India’s Quick Commerce Wave
India’s quick commerce market is witnessing explosive growth, driven by changing consumer behaviour and increasing demand for convenience.
Industry estimates suggest the sector could reach $40 billion by 2030. As competition intensifies, brands require efficient and scalable backend systems to keep up.
Inamo’s model directly addresses this need by modernising supply chains and offering purpose-built capabilities tailored for rapid delivery.
By acting as a neutral enabler rather than a marketplace itself, the startup is carving out a niche in a crowded ecosystem.
The Road Ahead
With fresh capital in hand, Inamo is entering its next growth phase.
Expanding from 80 to 200 dark stores will significantly strengthen its footprint, especially if it successfully enters additional cities beyond the current six metros.
The company’s ability to maintain operational efficiency while scaling will be key. Managing inventory accuracy, delivery speed and cost control at scale remains one of the biggest challenges in quick commerce.
If executed well, Inamo could become a critical infrastructure partner for brands seeking a slice of India’s 10-minute delivery revolution.
For now, the $8 million raise signals strong investor confidence in its model and the broader quick commerce opportunity.
