VAHDAM India Raises $3 Mn Funding Led By SIDBI Venture

VAHDAM India, a Direct-to-consumer (D2C) tea brand has raised $3 million (about Rs 25 crore) in funding from SIDBI Venture Capital.

VAHDAM India said the investment will strengthen its cash reserves and balance sheet.

Over the past two years, VAHDAM India has focused on strengthening its core, optimizing its product range, and identifying key growth drivers. It is investing in product innovation, R&D, and expanding in-house manufacturing to drive long-term growth.

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“I am excited to welcome SIDBI Venture Capital to our capital table as we continue our journey of taking the finest Indian products to the world. The funds raised will strengthen our balance sheet and cash reserves. Over the past two years, we have focused on reinforcing our core, optimising our product portfolio and identifying key levers for scale. The company is also making significant investments in product innovation, R&D and expanding its in-house manufacturing capabilities. With a sharper focus and a more resilient foundation, we are well-positioned for sustained growth over the next three years,” Bala Sarda, founder and CEO, VAHDAM India, said. 

“VAHDAM India is a pioneer and a flagbearer of young Indian companies taking homegrown products to the world through a disruptive supply chain model and strong operational capabilities. We are thrilled to invest in Bala and VAHDAM India as they continue to set new benchmarks in building a resilient and impactful business while driving significant innovation and value creation in India’s agricultural ecosystem,” Arup Kumar, managing director, SIDBI Ventures, said.

About VAHDAM India

Founded in 2015 by Bala Sarda, VAHDAM India, based in New Delhi, aims to create a global Indian brand by bringing the finest teas, herbs, and botanicals from Indian farmers to consumers worldwide. It sources directly from farmers and manufactures products in its own facility, operating through subsidiaries in the USA, Canada, the UK and Europe.

The company expects to close the current fiscal year with strong growth and positive EBITDA. 

It has expanded its offline distribution, launching its products in 2,000+ Walmart stores across the U.S. For FY25, it aims to surpass Rs 265 crore in revenue while maintaining profitability.

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