Pronto Nears $20 Million Funding Round Led by Tech Investor Lachy Groom
Pronto, an Indian instant house-help startup, is in the final stages of securing a funding round spearheaded by tech investor Lachy Groom, which could boost the company’s valuation to approximately $200 million post-investment. This development comes as the fast-growing venture aims to capitalize on its burgeoning market share, as reported by TechCrunch.
Valuation Surges Following Previous Fundraising
The forthcoming deal is expected to introduce around $20 million in new capital, representing a significant leap from the $100 million valuation at which Pronto raised $25 million during its Series B round in early March, led by Epiq Capital. This rapid valuation increase, doubling within weeks, highlights the startup’s impressive growth trajectory as corroborated by multiple industry sources.
Impressive Growth in Daily Orders
Based in Bengaluru, Pronto completed roughly 500,000 orders last month and currently manages about 24,000 to 25,000 daily orders. This marks a notable increase from approximately 18,000 daily bookings in March and a mere 1,000 orders last year, showcasing the escalating demand for its services.
Expanding Services Across Major Cities
Established in 2025, Pronto facilitates connections between households and on-demand domestic helpers for services, including cleaning and other household chores. Its promise of quick service delivery is backed by a managed network of workers, propelling its growth in urban markets.
Diverse Market Presence and Concentration of Activity
In March, founder Anjali Sardana revealed that Pronto had expanded its reach from a single city to ten, covering areas such as Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, and growing from five to over 150 micromarkets. However, a significant portion of its business remains concentrated in a few key markets, with the National Capital Region accounting for nearly half of its total bookings.
Female Workforce and Continued Demand
Pronto boasts over 4,500 active professionals on its platform, with approximately 99% being women. According to Sardana, demand continues to outstrip the onboarding of new workers, as bookings increase at a rate of about 20% week over week.
Previous Funding and Notable Investors
Prior to this funding round, Pronto secured approximately $40 million in total investments. Its roster of investors includes Epiq Capital, Glade Brook Capital, General Catalyst, and Bain Capital Ventures, underscoring its appeal to major players in the investment community.
Neither Pronto nor Lachy Groom has responded to requests for comments on the funding round.