Jaipur, Feb 10th: JK Lakshmipat University (JKLU) is proud to announce that UrbanWipe, a non-toxic cleaning solutions startup co-founded by its alumnus Rajat Mathur (B.Tech 2014-18), has successfully secured Rs 2 crore in funding on Shark Tank India Season 5. The achievement marks a significant milestone for both the startup and the university’s growing alumni entrepreneurial ecosystem.
UrbanWipe impressed the Sharks with its vision of building truly non-toxic yet highly effective cleaning solutions for Indian households. Prominent investors Aman Gupta and Anupam Mittal came together to make the funding offer, recognizing the startup’s strong product innovation, market potential, and sustainability-driven mission.
Reflecting on the achievement, Rajat Mathur emphasized how the investors’ confidence strengthens the team’s belief in the business, validating its fundamentals and motivating them to scale with sharper focus. He shared that securing funding on Shark Tank was not just about the capital infusion, but about receiving strong validation for UrbanWipe’s commitment to safer, non-toxic cleaning alternatives. He emphasized that the Sharks’ support reinforces their belief that sustainable products can be both effective and scalable.
The newly secured funding will enable UrbanWipe to accelerate innovation, expand its manufacturing capabilities, and make sustainable cleaning solutions more accessible to millions of households across India. Rajat added that the investment will play a crucial role in strengthening the company’s operational backbone and scaling its direct-to-consumer presence nationwide.
One of the JKLU representatives said that, “Rajat’s success is a proud moment for the entire JKLU community. His journey with UrbanWipe reflects the university’s focus on nurturing innovation, entrepreneurship, and purpose-driven leadership among our students.”
Currently serving as a Lead Engineer at Naukri.com, Rajat Mathur balances his corporate role with his entrepreneurial journey, exemplifying the spirit of innovation and leadership fostered at JKLU. Speaking about the future, he reiterated UrbanWipe’s long-term vision of building a Rs 100 crore D2C brand that specializes in non-toxic, effective, and environmentally responsible cleaning solutions.
JK Lakshmipat University congratulates Rajat Mathur and the entire UrbanWipe leadership team on this remarkable achievement and wishes them continued success as they work toward redefining sustainable living for Indian consumers.