PE/VC Flows in India - Q1 2025 Recap
Despite a tough funding environment in #Asia, India’s startup ecosystem showed resilience in early 2025.
Indian startups raised around $2.5-3.1B in Q1, up ~8-9% YoY.
Deal flow remained healthy, with ~270 deals,
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Anonymous 1
Hey I am on Medial • 2d
Blr slipping behind delhi/ncr is kinda wild. feels like the startup capital crown is slowly shifting.
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Did I miss some secret “Like my startup, I’ll like yours” pact?
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