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Spiritual tech startup Vama raises Rs 19.03 crore ($2.1M) in Pre-Series A round led by Dainik Bhaskar's family office Writers and Publishers Private Limited.

PRIVATEOct 28, 2026

Amount Raised

$2.1 Million

Round Type

Series A

DelhiSoftware

Investors

Nikhil BhandarkarVinay MittalSwati ParikhHarit NagpalSilver Needle VenturesWavemaker PartnersWriters and Publishers Private Limited

Description

Vama, a spiritual technology platform founded in 2020, has raised Rs 19.03 crore (approximately $2.1 million) in an ongoing Pre-Series A funding round. The round was led by Writers and Publishers Private Limited, the family office of Dainik Bhaskar, with participation from Wavemaker Partners, Silver Needle Ventures, and individual investors including Harit Nagpal (MD and CEO of Tata Play), Swati Parikh, Vinay Mittal, and Nikhil Bhandarkar. The company, which provides temple services, astrology consultations, and spiritual products, is valued at approximately Rs 180 crore following this round, a 20% increase from its previous valuation. The round appears to be ongoing with potential for additional capital in subsequent tranches.

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Company Information

Company

Vama

Location

Delhi, Delhi, India

About

Vama is a spiritual tech startup founded in 2020 that provides devotees access to temple services, astrology consultations, and spiritual products through its platform. Temple services account for around 70% of its revenue, while astrology and Vama Mall contribute the rest. The platform leverages technology to connect users with spiritual and religious services.

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