New Delhi | January 27, 2026: MeMeraki, India’s largest culture‑tech platform enabling technology‑led market access for traditional arts and crafts, has secured an undisclosed institutional investment from Next Bharat Ventures, the impact investment arm backed by Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan.
The funding will support MeMeraki’s next phase of growth, focusing on strengthening its technology platform, expanding retail and enterprise distribution, and enabling artisan‑led economic expansion.
Strategic Priorities
- Enhance technology platform for discovery, commerce, and cultural storytelling.
- Expand distribution channels across online and offline retail.
- Build teams across design, technology, partnerships, and operations.
- Improve customer experience and supply‑chain readiness.
- Deepen engagement with artisan communities through structured onboarding, design support, and research‑led content creation.
Yosha Gupta, Founder & CEO, MeMeraki, said: “We’ve built systems that allow traditional artists to participate meaningfully in modern markets. This investment enables us to scale those systems with discipline. Next Bharat Ventures brings a long‑term perspective and deep understanding of grassroots economies, aligning with our mission to deliver income stability for artisans while meeting global consumer expectations.”
Vipul Nath Jindal, MD & Head, Next Bharat Ventures, added: “MeMeraki understands both the cultural and economic realities of the artisan ecosystem. Their ability to translate local craftsmanship into enterprise‑grade execution without compromising authenticity stood out. This combination of execution rigour and impact alignment is central to our investment thesis.”
Impact & Growth
- Founded in 2019, MeMeraki integrates heritage research, digital storytelling, curated commerce, and large‑scale B2B cultural projects.
- Works directly with hundreds of master artisans across 300+ traditional art forms.
- Reaches audiences in 40+ countries.
- Enabled ₹7 crore+ in new income for artisans, with average income uplifts of 20–30%.
- Enterprise projects delivered for GMR Hyderabad Airport, Ministry of Culture, Google, Hyundai, Adobe, and international clients in Hong Kong and Singapore.
- Targets building a ₹100 crore+ business in 4–5 years, driven by enterprise expansion and institutional partnerships.
About MeMeraki
MeMeraki is India’s largest culture‑tech platform dedicated to preserving and promoting traditional arts and crafts. Founded in 2019 by Yosha Gupta, the platform enables artisans to become digital creators through storytelling, workshops, and a global marketplace. Working with 500+ artists across 300+ art forms, MeMeraki offers 10,000+ handcrafted products to patrons in 40+ countries, ensuring fair compensation and sustainable livelihoods. The company has been backed by IIMA Ventures, AIC Banasthali, and angel investors including Phanindra Sama, Aprameya Radhakrishna, and Vikas Taneja, and has participated in accelerator programs such as Google for Startups, Meta XR Accelerator, and Conquest.
Website: www.memeraki.com
