StartUp / Cleantech
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Tea didn’t need another brand. It needed new technology.
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Sudarshan Deka, founder of Deroi Innovations, transitioned from electronics engineering to modernize Assam's tea manufacturing. The company focuses on sustainable practices by eliminating coal and gas in production and utilizing cleaner energy systems.
- Sudarshan Deka, the founder of Deroi Innovations, transitioned from electronics engineering to tea manufacturing. He aims to modernize Assams tea ecosystem
- Deroi Innovations eliminated the use of coal and gas in tea production. The company opted for cleaner energy systems to create sustainable manufacturing processes
- The technology developed by Deroi allows for tea processing at lower temperatures. This results in naturally dried tea that meets both Indian and global standards
- Support from the Assam government has been crucial for Deroi Innovations. A significant grant helped propel the startups journey
- Deroi Innovations represented Assam at the International Trade Fair in New Delhi. The company was also selected to showcase Assam tea globally at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York
- Sudarshan Deka emphasizes the importance of local support for Assams startups. He encourages consumers to choose products made by local entrepreneurs