Dunzo's survival hinges on Reliance Retail backing rights issue as losses mount

Reliance Retail, Dunzo's largest investor with a 26%+ stake, has not committed to a proposed rights issue, leaving the quick commerce startup's future uncertain. Dunzo posted a Rs 1,802 crore FY23 loss against just Rs 226.6 crore revenue, amid unpaid salaries and pending vendor dues.

— Filed Mon, 13 Jul, 2026, 11:35 IST · Source Times of India · Business · Updated

Reliance Retail, Dunzo's largest investor with 26%+ stake, has not committed to a proposed rights issue, leaving the quick commerce startup's survival uncertain amid mounting losses, unpaid salaries and pending vendor dues.

Why this matters

Dunzo's quick commerce ambitions now depend on Reliance Retail's funding decision, as steep FY23 losses, unpaid salaries and vendor dues threaten the startup's survival.

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