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Rapido raises $240 million at $3 billion valuation as it plots faster multi modal expansion
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Published on 15 May 2026

Prosus led a round that includes big secondary sales
Rapido, the ride-hailing unicorn, has raised $240 million (₹2,302 crore) at a $3 billion post-money valuation, led by existing backer Prosus with participation from WestBridge Capital, Accel, and other undisclosed investors. The company says this is part of a larger $730 million round combining primary and secondary transactions. Rapido plans to expand into new markets, deepen existing operations, grow its driver base, and invest in technology and hiring to build denser, more reliable supply.
- Rapido raised $240 million (₹2,302 crore) in the fresh round
- Round is valued at $3 billion post money
- Prosus led the funding, joined by WestBridge and Accel
- Total planned round size is $730 million with primary and secondary parts
- Capital will fund market expansion, driver network growth, tech and hiring
- Swiggy sold its stake to Prosus and WestBridge; TVS Motor also sold its holding
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