Gurugram-based DigitalPaani has secured Rs 22 crore in funding led by Navam Capital to scale its AI-driven water management platform. The startup, which serves major clients like the Tata Group and Delhi Jal Board, plans to use the capital to grow its footprint in industrial and municipal sectors. DigitalPaani is a private company and is not currently listed on public stock exchanges.
DigitalPaani, a watertech startup based in Gurugram, has raised Rs 22 crore in a fresh round of funding. The investment was led by Navam Capital, with participation from several other investors including Enzia Ventures, Chakra Growth Capital, 3one4 Capital, Momentum Capital, Achieving Women Entrepreneurs Early Growth Fund, and Echo River Capital. The company plans to use these funds to expand its operations across industrial and municipal sectors and initiate its first steps into international markets.
Founded in 2020 by Mansi Jain and Rajesh Jain, DigitalPaani provides a software platform that uses artificial intelligence and internet-connected sensors to help organizations manage water and wastewater infrastructure. The platform works by collecting data from water assets and comparing it with planned operational goals. This helps facility managers track water inventory, predict maintenance needs, and organize service teams more effectively. Currently, the company supports over 95 facilities across India, managing the treatment of more than 150 million liters of water daily.
The startup has built a customer base that includes large corporate names such as Britannia, Leela Hotels, and various Tata Group entities, as well as municipal partners like the Delhi Jal Board. As a private entity, DigitalPaani does not trade on the stock market, meaning shares are not available for public purchase on exchanges like the NSE or BSE.
The investment comes as the wastewater treatment industry in India sees increased focus due to water scarcity concerns and stricter environmental rules. According to industry estimates, the Indian wastewater treatment sector is projected to grow significantly over the next decade. DigitalPaani aims to capture this opportunity by positioning its software as a foundational tool for large-scale water management.
For investors observing the sector, it is important to understand the typical challenges faced by companies in this space. While the demand for smart water management is rising, the business model often involves long sales cycles, particularly when working with government or municipal bodies. The company’s growth will depend on its ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and successfully deploy its technology at scale. As a private startup, DigitalPaani requires consistent execution to maintain its expansion pace, and unlike public companies, it does not provide quarterly financial reports for public scrutiny. The key monitorable for the business will be its success in increasing the number of active facilities and its ability to expand successfully into international markets without significantly increasing its operational complexity.