Kolkata-based DriverShaab raises Rs 2.82 crore in a pre-Series A funding round

Kolkata-based B2B mobility solutions provider DriverShaab has raised Rs 2.82 crore in a pre-Series A funding round led by Firstport Capital and Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), a Gurugram-based angel investment firm.

The startup plans to use the raised capital to scale its driver aggregation platform, enhance operational excellence, and strengthen its technology infrastructure.

Offering on-demand driver services

Founded by Avijit Das, DriverShaab offers on-demand driver services, logistics support, and employee transportation solutions for businesses. The startup leverages technology to streamline driver aggregation, making operations more reliable and efficient for enterprises across industries.

"Our goal is to create seamless, tech-driven solutions that address the unique challenges of Driver service. We’re committed to building a reliable and sustainable ecosystem that delivers value to our clients and drives growth in the industry," said Avijit Das, CEO of Drivershaab.

DriverShaab claims to have facilitated transactions worth Rs 26 crore since its inception.

Industry growth potential

With India's mobility market valued at $900 million and projected to grow exponentially, the startup is focused on tapping into a massive opportunity by addressing driver supply challenges, operational inefficiencies, and fleet management complexities through its tech-driven approach.

Mitesh Shah, Co-Founder of Inflection Point Ventures, said, “Businesses across industries rely on efficient driver management, as inefficiencies can affect fleet operations, employee transportation, and logistics. DriverShaab leverages technology to streamline driver aggregation, ensuring seamless deployment, reducing downtime, and enhancing service reliability. With its scalable solutions and strong execution, the startup is a promising investment in the evolving mobility sector.”