PadCare Labs has secured $3 million in pre-Series A funding, led by Rainmatter by Zerodha, with participation from 3one4 Capital and Brigade REAP. The investment will support metro expansion, increased recycling capacity, deeper R&D, and the rollout of Orbit, its app-led waste management solution for housing communities.The company is tackling one of India’s most overlooked sustainability gaps scientific disposal of sanitary waste. Using patented recycling technology and an already profitable operating model, PadCare is building infrastructure that combines compliance, environmental impact, and scalability. Enterprise adoption from large corporates indicates rising institutional demand for responsible hygiene waste management.
From a strategic standpoint, this reflects a broader shift where ESG mandates and regulatory pressure are turning waste processing into a formalised service category rather than a municipal afterthought. As climate reporting standards tighten, organisations increasingly need verifiable disposal and recycling systems.
Overall, PadCare’s funding signals the emergence of a circular economy opportunity in specialised waste streams, where regulation, sustainability goals, and enterprise accountability converge into a scalable business model.
