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Zoho invests ₹70 Cr in ONDC to support India’s digital commerce infrastructure

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Zoho is a SaaS and cloud software provider offering over 50 applications for businesses of all sizes

Zoho invested ₹70 crore in the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to support India’s digital commerce infrastructure and help MSMEs

ONDC is a government-backed open network aiming to make e-commerce more accessible and reduce dependence on large platforms

Zoho, a SaaS and cloud software provider, invested ₹70 crore in the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to support India’s digital commerce infrastructure.
The investment aims to help MSMEs by making digital commerce more inclusive and interoperable.
ONDC is a government-backed open network designed to reduce entry barriers for businesses and promote a more open e-commerce ecosystem.
Zoho’s products like Vikra, Zoho Books, Zoho Inventory, and Zoho Commerce are already helping MSMEs digitise their operations and connect with the ONDC network.
ONDC processed 218 million transactions in FY26 and has onboarded over 7.64 lakh sellers and service providers.

Zoho’s investment in ONDC aligns with its mission to support India’s digital infrastructure and empower small businesses.
ONDC’s open network model contrasts with traditional platform-centric models like Amazon and Flipkart, offering a more decentralised approach.
The investment highlights the growing importance of digital commerce infrastructure in India’s economy.

Zoho provides a cloud software suite with over 50 applications designed for businesses of all sizes, from startups to enterprises.
The company offers products such as CRM, email, accounting, customer service, and project management tools.
Zoho One is an all-in-one platform that integrates 50+ applications for business operations.

Zoho Corporation (investor) — A SaaS and cloud software provider offering over 50 applications for businesses of all sizes.

Sridhar Vembu, Founder and Chief Scientist
Sivaramakrishnan Iswaran, CEO of Zoho Payment Technologies and Global Head of Finance and Operations BU at Zoho