ShopKirana aims for rapid market expansion with technology-driven strategies
Deal News | Mar 21, 2025 | Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Vent

ShopKirana E Trading Private Limited, a B2B commerce company operating in the Indian retail sector, has received an investment from Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Vent. The company specializes in connecting small retailers directly with brands through technology and supply chain innovation, facilitating online ordering, quick delivery, and convenient payment processes. With a mission of empowering retailers, ShopKirana provides operational expertise and aims to become the leading market channel through rapid market penetration strategies. The platform has reportedly captured a 10% market share within three months of its launch and boasts a significant retailer network across tier II Indian cities, enabling it to reach 30% of consumers in these areas. Targeting the empowerment of the vast Indian retail landscape, where small stores account for 90% of retail trade, ShopKirana's approach offers brands increased transparency and access to deep market intelligence in reaching the masses. Since its inception in 2015, ShopKirana has focused on boosting retailer competitiveness through technology integration and value-added services.
Sectors
- Technology & Supply Chain
- Retail Trade
- Private Equity
Geography
- India – ShopKirana operates across India, focusing primarily on tier II cities, and impacts the extensive Indian retail sector.
- Japan – Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Vent, a Japanese private equity firm, is investing in ShopKirana, indicating cross-border investment activity.
Industry
- Technology & Supply Chain – ShopKirana utilizes technology and supply chain innovation to enhance B2B commerce in India, facilitating direct connections between retailers and brands.
- Retail Trade – The core operation of ShopKirana is in empowering small retailers and thereby impacting the retail trade sector in India.
- Private Equity – Investment from Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Vent in ShopKirana shows significant involvement of private equity in expanding B2B commerce platforms.
Financials
- 3.6LAC and 7.1LAC – Represents the largest single orders ShopKirana has received, showcasing its vast reach and operational capability.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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ShopKirana E Trading Private Limited | Target Company | Company | A B2B commerce platform in India that empowers retailers through technology and supply chain solutions. |
Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Vent | Investor | Company | A private equity firm based in Japan investing in ShopKirana to help expand its operations in the Indian market. |