Pioneering microbial and algal technologies that convert industrial waste into wealth
Cealeaf Private Limited is a cleantech start-up pioneering microbial and algal technologies that convert industrial waste into wealth — creating circular, carbon-negative bioeconomy's. We work at the intersection of climate technology, biotechnology, and social innovation, linking heavy industries with local agricultural ecosystems for sustainable and inclusive growth.
Our diverse team of scientists, engineers, and impact leaders driving innovation in cleantech
Dr. Piyali Majumder
Co-founder and CEO
leads pioneering work in carbon biotransformation and algal innovation. With over 13 years of expertise in biotechnology, carbon capture, and sustainable product development, she drives science-based climate solutions that advance the circular bioeconomy and deliver high-impact, nature-inspired technologies.
Ms. Arpana Singh
Co-founder and CFO
Arpana is a highly accomplished financial and commercial strategist with over 15 years of rich industry experience. She has a proven track record in leading corporate finance, budgeting, investment planning, and commercial operations with precision and foresight. Her expertise spans financial modeling, cost optimization, risk management, and revenue strategy, ensuring strong financial governance and sustainable business growth.
Basab Roy
Co-founder and CTO
Basab Roy is the Co-founder and CTO of Cealeaf, bringing 15+ years of experience across academia, pharma, startups, and global CPG innovation. He previously helped establish one of the first precision-fermentation R&D capabilities within a major CPG organization, enabling new food, novel ingredient, and business expansion initiatives. He has led high-impact programs that improved product performance, strengthened commercial pipelines, and advanced regulatory readiness. Basab has published in impactful scientific journals and represented organizations through global outreach, technical symposia, and international conferences. At Cealeaf, he applies a strategic, systems-level approach to building sustainable waste-valorization platforms aligned with market needs and long-term bioeconomy growth.
Mr. Ranjit Kumar Singh
Co-founder and CTO
He is a seasoned operational and strategic leader with over 20 years of global experience in the Environment and Power sectors. His expertise spans sustainable technologies, policy integration, and large-scale EPC project execution. He has consistently led organizations toward operational excellence by streamlining processes, optimizing resources, and driving innovative, future-ready solutions. With a proven ability to steer complex, multi-stakeholder projects across international markets, he brings a strong strategic vision and hands-on leadership that accelerates growth, enhances technical delivery, and strengthens organizational capabilities in the energy and environmental domains.
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