India, April 23 -- AI startup STCH has raised $7 Mn (about Rs.66 Cr) in its Pre-Series A funding round led by Omnivore, along with participation from Kae Capital and WVC. 

The startup, which offers a contract development and manufacturing platform (CDMO) to fashion businesses, intends to use the fresh capital to expand its AI capabilities, build out its fabric R&D lab, deepen manufacturing partnerships, and scale delivery across key markets. 

Founded in 2025 by ex-Zetwerk executives Narahari Payala and Aseem Chitkara, STCH is building an AI-based CDMO platform focused on fabric innovation and textile manufacturing.

While most AI innovation in fashion has focused on the consumer side, such as design tools and virtual try-ons, ...