- The capital will be deployed to accelerate distribution and broaden Fabpad’s presence across direct‑to‑consumer platforms, leading online marketplaces, quick‑commerce channels, and offline retail networks.
- Fabpad is uniquely tailored to Indian realities, addressing critical challenges of affordability, comfort, and scalable access to menstrual hygiene.
- By innovating across both reusable and disposable product categories, Fabpad successfully caters to diverse consumer needs and everyday use cases.
- Inflection Point Ventures has invested over INR 800 crore across more than 250 startups, reinforcing its role as one of India’s most active early‑stage investors.
Kolkata | January 8, 2026: Fabpad, an Indian menstrual hygiene brand uniquely positioned for affordability, comfort, and scalable access, has raised an undisclosed amount in a seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The capital will be deployed to expand distribution and market presence across direct‑to‑consumer channels, online marketplaces, quick‑commerce platforms, and offline retail, while also supporting brand building, customer acquisition, senior hires, and working capital for consumer, institutional, and private‑label channels.
Multi‑Channel Presence & Impact
Fabpad operates successfully across both reusable and disposable menstrual hygiene segments, meeting diverse consumer needs. Its footprint spans:
- D2C platforms
- Leading online marketplaces
- Quick‑commerce channels
- Institutional and CSR initiatives
- Private‑label manufacturing for domestic and international brands
The company has supplied products at scale to NGOs, institutions, and large purchasers, while building a pan‑India presence through an asset‑light operating model. Headquartered in Kolkata, Fabpad plans to establish offices in Hyderabad to strengthen access to the startup ecosystem and support senior talent hiring.
Minal Shah, Principal – South East Asia, IPV, said: “It is an unspoken fundamental right for women to have access to menstrual products that protect their health. Fabpad bridges this gap through affordability, accessibility, and awareness, making menstrual hygiene more inclusive and widely available.”
Dipesh Dhelia, CEO, Fabpad, added: “The next phase is about aggressive, responsible growth. We’re scaling faster across products and channels while re‑engineering period care to be sustainable, affordable, and performance‑driven. Our ambition is to reset category standards, proving that environmentally responsible menstrual care can be mainstream, high‑quality, and commercially scalable.”
Growth Outlook
- Strong revenue visibility supported by a healthy order book
- Focused on sustainable scaling and margin improvement through operational leverage
- Demonstrating capital‑efficient execution with a scalable foundation for long‑term growth
Market Context
- India’s menstrual hygiene market is valued at USD 1 billion+, growing steadily with awareness and institutional adoption.
- Globally, the market is projected to reach USD 24 billion by 2030.
- Sustainable and reusable products are expected to outpace overall category growth, driven by cost efficiency and environmental awareness.
About Fabpad
Fabpad is an Indian menstrual hygiene brand focused on products designed for Indian realities. Offering a comprehensive range across reusable and disposable categories, Fabpad operates across consumer, institutional, and private‑label segments through an asset‑light, scalable model.
About Inflection Point Ventures (IPV)
Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) is one of India’s largest angel investing platforms with 24,000+ CXOs, HNIs, and professionals. IPV has invested INR 800 crore+ across 250+ startups to date. The firm supports entrepreneurs with monetary and experiential capital and connects them with a diverse investor base. IPV has also launched a $50 Mn CAT 2 VC fund, Physis Capital, to invest in growth‑stage startups.
