Aquapulse, an emerging leader in the aquaculture technology space, announced today that it has raised Rs 25 crore in an ongoing Series A funding round. The investment was led by NABVENTURES via its AgriSURE Fund, marking a significant milestone for the startup as it seeks to digitize the seafood value chain.
Founded in 2022 by Abhishek Dwivedy and Abhilash Dwivedy, Aquapulse aims to bridge the gap between traditional farming and modern efficiency. The fresh capital is earmarked for three primary pillars of growth:
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Network Expansion: Growing the farmer base from 6,000 to over 15,000 across Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal.
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Infrastructure: Establishing an in-house processing facility and enhancing cold chain logistics.
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Technology: Strengthening its AI-driven stack for real-time pond monitoring and disease prediction.
Optimizing the “Pond-to-Port” Journey
Aquapulse’s platform addresses critical pain points in the aquaculture sector, ranging from unpredictable crop yields to opaque pricing. By utilizing AI-led pre- and post-harvest systems, the startup provides farmers with precise data on feed optimization and disease risks.
Beyond the farm gate, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services including:
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Grading and Quality Control: Ensuring harvest meets global standards.
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Price Discovery: Providing real-time market data to ensure fair compensation.
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Assured Offtake: Securing a direct route to market for small-scale producers.
Strategic Impact
The investment from NABVENTURES’ AgriSURE Fund highlights a growing institutional interest in “Agri-Tech” solutions that improve rural livelihoods. By building an integrated supply chain, Aquapulse is positioning itself as a vital link between local ponds and international ports, focusing on transparency and quality control.
“Our goal is to build a seamless supply chain that empowers the farmer while ensuring the highest quality of seafood for the end consumer,” the founders noted during the announcement.
With this infusion of capital, Aquapulse is poised to solidify its footprint in Eastern India before eyeing further domestic and international expansion.
By: Sandhya Bharti
