Funding · Professional & Local Services

Nia.one raises $2.5M seed from Elevar Equity

What they do

Nia.one provides accommodation, meals, and upskilling for blue-collar workers in Indian cities

The company raised $2.5 million in seed funding from Elevar Equity last year

It plans a Series A round later this year to expand its studio network

Nia.one raised $2.5M in seed funding from Elevar Equity last year.
The startup is planning a Series A round later in 2026.
Founders Sachin Chhabra and Lt Col Pushkar Raj built the business model.
Chhabra previously founded Peel-Works, which exited in March 2020.
Raj brings nearly 20 years of military service experience to the venture.
The company operates profit-focused studios rather than charitable shelters.
Staff includes a significant portion of army veterans for operations.
The market context highlights a $455Bn gig economy expanding at 17% annually.

India has a 450M blue-collar workforce currently at home.
The startup targets a massive underserved segment with structured accommodation.
Military background helps manage large-scale worker logistics effectively.
Profit focus ensures sustainability beyond donor-dependent models.