India’s e-commerce and quick commerce sectors have grown rapidly, but the underlying logistics infrastructure remains fragmented. While large platforms have built proprietary networks, millions of small and mid-sized sellers still lack access to reliable, fast, and cost-efficient fulfilment systems.
DAAKit is targeting this gap. The Faridabad-based startup has raised $138,000 in a pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures, as it looks to scale its hyperlocal fulfilment and last-mile delivery network across India.
The funding comes as logistics costs in India remain high, accounting for a significant share of GDP, and as demand for faster delivery continues to rise.
Building infrastructure, not just delivery
A network of dark stores and fulfilment hubs
DAAKit’s model is built around decentralised inventory and hyperlocal fulfilment. By setting up dark stores and micro-warehouses closer to end customers, the company enables brands to reduce delivery times while maintaining operational efficiency.
The startup plans to launch 25 new dark stores across Tier-I and Tier-II cities, expanding its footprint beyond existing markets such as Delhi, Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.
Asset-light but operationally intensive
Unlike traditional logistics companies that invest heavily in owned assets, DAAKit operates an asset-light model supported by a partner network. This approach allows for faster expansion while maintaining capital efficiency.
At the same time, the company focuses on building the underlying infrastructure layer — fulfilment centres, last-mile networks, and technology systems — which are harder to replicate and form the backbone of its offering.
Early traction and unit economics
DAAKit has reported consistent monthly growth of 15–20% in both order volumes and revenue since inception, while maintaining double-digit EBITDA margins.
This combination of growth and profitability is relatively uncommon in early-stage logistics startups, where scale is often prioritised over unit economics.
The company currently fulfils thousands of orders daily and is targeting nearly half a million orders per month as it expands its network.
Technology as a core differentiator
AI-driven logistics operations
The platform integrates technology across inventory management, routing, and fulfilment operations. By leveraging AI-driven logistics systems, DAAKit aims to optimise delivery routes, reduce costs, and improve reliability.
Enabling decentralised inventory
A key aspect of the model is enabling brands to position inventory closer to demand centres. This reduces delivery timelines and improves customer experience without significantly increasing costs.
Expansion into Tier-II and Tier-III markets
DAAKit has initiated a pilot in Lucknow as part of its strategy to expand into Tier-II and Tier-III cities. These markets represent a significant growth opportunity, as e-commerce adoption rises but logistics infrastructure remains underdeveloped.
Expanding into these regions will require balancing speed with operational discipline, particularly in managing costs and maintaining service quality.
Investor perspective: backing infrastructure-led growth
For Inflection Point Ventures, the investment reflects confidence in DAAKit’s focus on building the infrastructure layer of logistics rather than just delivery services.
According to the firm, the company’s asset-light model, combined with strong unit economics and a scalable network, positions it as a differentiated player in a crowded market.
A broader shift in logistics startups
DAAKit’s approach highlights a larger trend in the logistics ecosystem. The next phase of growth is increasingly driven by infrastructure and network density rather than just speed.
Companies that can build efficient fulfilment networks — including dark stores, warehousing, and last-mile delivery — are likely to gain a competitive edge as demand for faster and more reliable delivery continues to grow.
What lies ahead
The newly raised capital will be used to expand DAAKit’s network, strengthen its technology infrastructure, and build out its leadership team with strategic hires.
Execution will be critical as the company scales, particularly in maintaining profitability while expanding into new markets.
Building the backbone of hyperlocal commerce
DAAKit’s trajectory reflects a broader shift in how logistics is evolving in India. As e-commerce penetrates deeper into the country, the need for decentralised, efficient fulfilment infrastructure is becoming more urgent.
By focusing on this layer, DAAKit is positioning itself not just as a delivery service but as a key enabler of hyperlocal commerce.
If it can scale its model effectively, the company could play a significant role in shaping how goods move across India’s increasingly digital economy.
