Bharat Ke Super Founders, an entrepreneurial television series launched on Amazon MX Player, has facilitated a ₹3.5 crore funding commitment for Aloe Ecell, a climate-focused startup addressing the environmental impact of disposable dry-cell batteries.
The funding structure includes ₹2.5 crore raised through equity for a 4.16% stake and ₹1 crore in debt financing by Recur Club.
The funding round on Bharat Ke Super Founders saw participation from the show’s Tycoons, a panel of seasoned business leaders backing high-potential founders. Dr. Velumani committed ₹1.25 crore for a 2.08% equity stake, while Nitish M invested ₹50 lakh for 0.83% equity. Aditya S participated with ₹25 lakh for 0.42% equity, and Shanti M committed ₹50 lakh for 0.83% equity. The remaining capital was structured as debt financing by Recur Club, enabling faster market access and operational scale-up.
The funds raised will be used to scale up through quick commerce distribution and operational expansion.
Founded in 2018 by Nimisha Varma and Naveen Suman, Aloe Ecell is an Indian sustainability-focused startup developing eco-friendly alternatives to conventional disposable dry-cell batteries.
Aloe Ecell manufactures the world’s first 100% eco-friendly primary batteries, using an aloe vera extract-based electrolyte in place of the toxic and hazardous chemicals commonly found in traditional dry-cell batteries.
The company currently offers 1.5V AA and AAA batteries, designed for low-power devices such as remotes, clocks, toys, and cameras. These batteries are engineered to be leak-proof, long-lasting, and cost-effective, while also supporting a built-in recycling programme.
