DECEMBER 2025825 WOMEN FOUNDERS WHO RAISED INDIA'S BIGGEST FUNDING ROUNDS OF 2025By M R Yuvatha, Senior Correspondent, Startupcity Column025 has marked a defining chapter in India's startup ecosystem. While the global economy faced turbulence, the Indian entrepreneurial landscape showed remarkable resilience and it was women founders who led the charge. Across sectors from fintech to beauty, from D2C skincare to jewellery these women not only raised significant capital but also rewrote the rules of what leadership looks like in India.Collectively, women-led startups attracted a substantial portion of India's $15.8 billion startup funding, underscoring that grit, vision, and execution matter more than gender.Here, we spotlight five trailblazers whose journeys reflect ambition, strategy, and fearless execution. Each founder's story is a testament to creativity, perseverance, and the ability to scale against all odds.· Charge for immersive brand experiences, turning pop-ups and trials into profit-making, community-building events.· Partner with local festivals to create paid, branded immersive zones that generate virality without ad spend.· Use geo-targeted activations and personalized follow-ups to convert offline interactions into online buzz and rapid user growth
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