~Strengthens its commitment to DeepTech innovation in India by backing pioneering startups driving next generation infrastructure and enterprise solutions~
Chennai, 24th November 2025: Driven by its vision to nurture India’s DeepTech startup ecosystem, Pontaq Ventures, a leading UK India cross border venture capital firm, recently announced a Rs 5.5 crore strategic investment in two Indian DeepTech startups, Dweepi and Edgehax. The investments will enable the companies to scale their edge computing solutions, accelerate product development, and expand their enterprise focused technologies, strengthening India’s digital infrastructure and contributing to the growth of the country’s DeepTech ecosystem on a global stage.
Headquartered in Chennai, Pontaq Ventures has funded over 190 startups, with a strong focus on over 140 DeepTech ventures across India and the UK. The firm provides not only capital but also strategic guidance, mentorship, and market access, helping early stage startups transform into technology leaders. Pontaq’s investments span sectors such as AI, IoT, edge computing, and enterprise automation, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation and accelerating the growth of India’s DeepTech ecosystem.
Speaking on the investment, Mr Prem Barthasarathy- Founder and Managing Partner of Pontaq said, “India’s DeepTech startup ecosystem is witnessing remarkable growth, driven by innovations in Robotics, Advanced Materials, Semi-conductors and AI. At Pontaq, we have always focused on identifying and supporting startups that are pushing the boundaries of technology. Our strategic investment in Dweepi and Edgehax underscores our commitment to nurturing homegrown DeepTech ventures that address critical infrastructure and enterprise challenges, accelerate product innovation, and help position India as a global leader in cutting-edge technology solutions.”
Dweepi is a deep-tech startup developing robotic track-inspection systems that enhance railway safety and enable predictive, AI-driven maintenance. Meanwhile, Edgehax is building scalable Edge AI computing platforms that combine compute, connectivity, and storage, powering real-time automation and intelligence for enterprises across industries. The latest investment marks Pontaq’s Second round of investment in both Dweepi and Edgehax, and will enable both companies to accelerate product development, strengthen their technology capabilities, and expand enterprise deployments in India and global markets.
About Pontaq Ventures: Pontaq is a pioneering cross-border venture capital firm operating across the UK–India corridor, with investments spanning the US and Canada. The fund backs high-impact technology ventures in sectors such as clean tech, health tech, fintech, and deep tech, with a strong focus on scalable innovations that create economic, social, and environmental impact. Beyond capital, Pontaq provides hands-on mentorship, strategic guidance, and global market access, enabling startups to scale rapidly and deliver transformative solutions across geographies.
By: Sandhya Bharti
