MeltPlan, an AI-powered preconstruction platform founded just months ago by ex-Innovaccer unicorn co...
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The article reports on a typical early-stage funding round for an AI-driven vertical application, confirming the trend of institutional capital entering non-tech industries like construction.
MeltPlan, an AI-powered preconstruction platform founded just months ago by ex-Innovaccer unicorn co-founder Kanav Hasija, is in talks to raise $10-12 million led by Bessemer Venture Partners. This reflects a broader surge in construction tech, with AI-focused startups capturing 46% of sector funding and total US investment hitting $3.96 billion in 2025. The preconstruction phase represents a critical productivity bottleneck where AI-driven automation can dramatically improve cost estimation, scheduling accuracy, and project planning. With 250+ construction AI startups emerging globally and Bessemer's $350M India fund targeting AI-enabled businesses, we're witnessing institutional capital accelerating the digitization of one of the world's least automated industries. The rapid funding velocity for a months-old startup signals strong investor conviction in AI's potential to transform preconstruction workflows.
