Swiggy Instamart Architect Karthik Gurumurthy Raises $3 Mn for New Venture, Led by Matrix Partners India

Karthik Gurumurthy, who built Swiggy's quick-commerce arm Instamart, has secured $3 million in a round led by Matrix Partners India for his new startup. The move signals continued investor appetite for founders with proven quick-commerce operating pedigree.

— Filed Fri, 10 Jul, 2026, 12:01 IST · Source Inc42 · Quick Commerce · Updated

Karthik Gurumurthy, architect of Swiggy Instamart's quick-commerce arm, has raised $3 million for his new venture in a round led by Matrix Partners India.

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The raise extends a run of coverage on ex-Swiggy Instamart architect Karthik Gurumurthy securing $3 Mn led by Matrix Partners India, underscoring backing for proven quick-commerce operators launching new ventures.

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