Indian Startup Funding Plunges 50% in a Week: $164M to $82.2M | India Startup News | Funding Crunch [Hq9NBXYthql]

Indian startup funding just halved in a single week. From $164 million to $82.2 million — here’s what happened. Seventeen startups raised $82.2 million between July 27th and August 1st, marking a brutal 50% drop from the previous week’s $164 million. Two growth‑stage deals contributed $21.1 million. Apna Mart led with a ₹120 crore Series C round, followed by Hyderabad‑based Sid’s Farm raising over ₹81 crore. Early‑stage funding saw 13 deals worth $61.1 million, driven by Arboreal Bioinnovations (₹230 crore), Aham Housing Finance (₹100 crore), and Omega Seiki Mobility (₹50 crore). Bengaluru topped the city charts with seven deals, ahead of Delhi‑NCR. This sudden decline could signal a shift in investor sentiment. Is it a temporary blip or the start of a tougher funding winter for Indian startups? The numbers demand attention. Track the market with us — subscribe, hit like, and share your take in the comments.