With a valuation reaching $200 million, Indian startup Pronto has secured $20 million from Silicon Valley investor Lachy Groom. This investment, made just weeks after initial discussions in February, marks an extension of Pronto's Series B funding round and reflects a doubling of its valuation since the previous funding round.
Founded by Anjali Sardana in 2025, Pronto connects households with workers for various home services, including cleaning. Groom was particularly impressed by Sardana's vision of creating the largest platform for organizing domestic labor in India, citing the operational challenges faced in similar sectors.
The introduction between Groom and Sardana was facilitated by Paul Hudson of Glade Brook Capital, who has supported both Pronto and Groom's venture, Physical Intelligence. Sardana noted that Groom's investment strategy is predominantly founder-focused, with the entrepreneur's potential being a critical factor in his decision-making process.
As demand for on-demand home services continues to grow in urban India, Pronto is well-positioned in a rapidly evolving market, following the trend of increasing consumer reliance on instant service platforms.