India, July 21 -- Former India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has invested in rooftop solar startup SolarSquare through his family office, Midas Deals. As part of the partnership, Dhoni will also join the startup as its brand ambassador.

The investment forms part of SolarSquare's recently announced $53 Mn (about Rs.510 Cr) Series C funding round led by existing investor Lightspeed. The round also saw participation from Lowercarbon Capital, Rainmatter and Good Capital.

The startup did not disclose the size of Dhoni's investment.

In a statement, SolarSquare said the partnership reflected Dhoni's confidence in the long-term potential of India's residential rooftop solar market.

The startup plans to use the fresh capital to expand i...