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Odisha Startup Secures Angel Funding & Govt Grant
22 Apr
Summary
- AstroNext secured a grant from Startup Odisha.
- Angel investment round led by an eminent NRI investor.
- Startup aims to democratize astrology access for practitioners.
AstroNext, an Astrotech startup from Bhubaneswar, Odisha, has recently secured significant backing. In March 2026, the company announced it received a grant from Startup Odisha and successfully closed an angel investment round. This round was led by an eminent Non-Resident Indian (NRI) angel investor, highlighting growing global interest in India's tech-led spiritual platforms.
Founded in 2024, AstroNext specializes in the Astrotech and SpiritualTech sectors, integrating cultural heritage with digital innovation. The Startup Odisha grant will accelerate the development of its AI and Large Language Models, enhancing personalized astrology services. The angel funding, closed on March 31, 2026, signals investor confidence in India's rapidly transforming digital astrology market.
The startup addresses a gap in the fragmented astrology market by providing a SaaS-first ecosystem. This platform grants astrologers autonomy to operate their own branded websites, supported by integrated marketing, payments, and product infrastructure. Founders Shuvam Garabadu and Susanta Behera lead the company, combining Garabadu's deep understanding of Indian spiritual heritage with Behera's extensive global technology experience.
AstroNext is distinguished by its WhatsApp-first approach, targeting Tier 2, Tier 3, and rural India, alongside vernacular and voice-first design for inclusivity. Its AI-powered engine offers personalized consultations, and it's developing India's first SaaS platform for astrologers to digitize and scale their businesses.
