Bengaluru-based startup Praan Health raised ₹8.5 crore in a seed funding round spearheaded by Rainmatter Investments and backed by additional strategic investors. The company focuses on chronic-care solutions for individuals aged 50+, offering AI-driven monitoring and teleconsultations. The funding will accelerate expansion across Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities and bolster partnerships with clinics and wearable-device providers. The raised capital also supports R&D for personalised care plans and digital analytics tools. The round underscores growing investor interest in India’s geriatric-care and health-tech segments.