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Lachy Groom to back India startup Pronto at a $200M valuation, sources say

Indian on-demand house-help startup Pronto is reportedly raising a $20 million funding round led by investor Lachy Groom at a $200 million valuation, doubling its valuation from just weeks prior. The Bengaluru-based company has seen rapid growth, expanding from 1 to 10 cities and handling over 24,000 daily orders. Pronto connects households with domestic workers, primarily women, for cleaning and chore services.

Background

India's startup ecosystem has seen significant growth in on-demand service platforms, particularly in urban household services. Venture capital investments in Indian tech startups have been increasing, with particular interest in companies addressing local market needs.

Source
TechCrunch
Published
Apr 25, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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