Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal’s new health-tech venture Temple has raised USD 54 million in its first funding round, achieving a valuation of USD 190 million. The wearable startup attracted investments from friends, family, top founders, and employees, signaling strong confidence in its vision for elite performance technology.
Temple, the health-tech startup founded by Deepinder Goyal, has made a striking market entry by raising USD 54 million in its maiden funding round. The company, focused on developing advanced wearable devices for elite athletes, is now valued at USD 190 million.
Key Highlights
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Temple’s funding round included participation from Peak XV, Steadview, and over 80 prominent founders
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Deepinder Goyal personally invested INR 104 crore, underscoring his commitment to the venture
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More than 30 Temple employees invested at full valuation, reflecting deep internal belief in the company’s mission
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The startup is building wearable devices designed to enhance performance metrics for athletes, blending science, engineering, and health innovation
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The announcement followed Goyal’s unconventional recruitment post seeking “athletes who are also engineers and scientists,” which sparked wide online discussion
Temple’s successful debut funding round positions it as one of the most closely watched health-tech ventures in India, combining cutting-edge wearable technology with strong founder backing and investor confidence.
Sources: Free Press Journal, The Times of India, The Week, Hindustan Times