Daalchini funding, investors and company details

Daalchini is an emerging Retail startup from Noida, working in the space of Provides IoT-enabled smart vending machine solutions, connecting home chefs, cloud kitchens, and D2C brands with consumers through automated retail. Founded by Prerna Kalra, Vidya Bhushan.

Company: Daalchini Technologies Private Limited
Sector: Retail
Location: Noida
Founders: Prerna Kalra, Vidya Bhushan
Total funding raised: ₹32.6 Cr

Company overview

Daalchini provides IoT-enabled smart vending machine solutions, connecting home chefs, cloud kitchens, and D2C brands with consumers through automated retail. The company operates a network of smart vending machines that serve snacks, beverages, fruits, healthy bars, and even home-cooked meals. The platform acts as a physical marketplace for home chefs and food entrepreneurs, enabling them to distribute their products without the need for traditional retail setups. This model helps small businesses scale while offering consumers convenient access to diverse food options. Its vending machines are strategically placed in corporate offices, hospitals, educational institutions, and railway stations, catering to urban professionals and students who seek quick, healthy meals. By combining IoT technology, digital touchpoints, and connected inventory systems, Daalchini ensures seamless product access and efficient supply chain management.

Funding rounds

Latest round (Series A): $ 4.00 Mn (₹32.60 Cr.), 2022-09-07. Investors: Unicorn India Ventures, Artha Venture Fund, Ajay Kaul (Dominos India), VSS Investco