Meolaa raised USD 6 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by General Catalyst. The fresh funding will support investments in AI and data science infrastructure, brand expansion, and operational scalability.
Oct 09, 2025•6 days ago
Amount Raised
$6 Million
Round Type
PRE-SERIES A
Investors
Turbostart GlobalKunal ShahColossa VenturesClaypond CapitalGeneral Catalyst
Description
Bengaluru-based FMCG startup Meolaa has raised USD 6 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by General Catalyst, with participation from Claypond Capital, Colossa Ventures, Kunal Shah, Turbostart Global, and existing investors. The funding will support investments in AI and data science, brand expansion, and operational scalability. Founded in 2023, Meolaa curates sustainable D2C brands across various sectors. The platform aims to provide consumers with ethical product options and integrate AI for enhanced decision-making.
Funding Insights
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