KARM BABA Ventures Raises ₹1 Crore for AI-Powered B2B Growth

KARM BABA Ventures Pvt. Ltd. has successfully closed a ₹1 crore funding round, valuing the technology-focused B2B marketplace at ₹33 crore post-investment. This infusion of capital is earmarked to significantly accelerate the company's expansion in its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) ecosystem, artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, media operations, and international trade initiatives.

Founded in July 2025 by entrepreneur Maanav Dahuja, KARM BABA has rapidly established itself as a digital hub connecting manufacturers, suppliers, buyers, and service providers. The platform aims to foster trusted partnerships and facilitate growth across both domestic and global markets. In its initial year, the venture facilitated over ₹6.30 crore in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) for its clientele, demonstrating a remarkable 25-fold business expansion since its inception.

Central to KARM BABA's strategy is its robust technology vertical, which is developing advanced digital solutions powered by GPT-based systems. A key component of this development is the MANAV Mission, an initiative that aligns with India's national agenda for AI-driven innovation and digital transformation. This mission leverages AI to enhance operational efficiencies, support widespread digital adoption, and empower businesses to integrate intelligent systems at scale, thereby boosting their competitive edge in the global arena.

The company's foundation is built on extensive real-world commercial experience. Founder Maanav Dahuja's entrepreneurial roots trace back to grassroots sales, rice exports, textiles, and automotive trading. Direct engagement with small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including kirana stores and retailers, provided him with invaluable insights into consumer behavior, market dynamics, and the operational challenges faced by these businesses. This hands-on understanding informed the development of KARM BABA as a solution to the persistent problem of businesses struggling to connect with verified buyers and strategic partners.

KARM BABA's operational reach extends across diverse sectors, including textiles, automotive, FMCG, steel, jewellery, media, and real estate. The company is actively broadening its capabilities by integrating digital technology, AI, media, and international trade expertise. Initiatives like the Karm Karo Podcast are part of its media strategy to build sustained enterprise value. Furthermore, a strategic marketing and business development agreement with North India-based real estate firm Expressway Landbase Pvt. Ltd. exemplifies KARM BABA's approach to extending its ecosystem into new verticals.

In preparation for its next growth phase, the leadership team has been strengthened. Yogesh Mehta has been elevated to Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, tasked with spearheading the company's technology roadmap, including product innovation, AI integration, and SaaS development. Garima Mittal joins as Director, Sales & Marketing, focusing on driving revenue growth and brand expansion across the group's various business units.