
Pracheer Dutta
IIT Delhi
Published: February 26, 2026
Event Date: April 16, 2021
Indian social entrepreneur, technologist
Achievement Award
Event Description
Pracheer Dutta is an Indian social entrepreneur, technologist, and the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Kriya Labs, an IIT Delhi-incubated startup. He is primarily known for developing sustainable technologies that convert agricultural waste, particularly rice straw, into eco-friendly products like biodegradable tableware and paper.
Summary
He delivered a TEDx Talk titled "Agro-Waste: A Valuable Resource Being Wasted," where he detailed his team's journey from "burning to earning".His work has contributed to Kriya Labs receiving recognition and funding from organizations like GAIL, Sangam Ventures, and the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT).
Award Details
National Startup Award
Institution Details
IIT Delhi
Educational Institution

