About Us

Problem-solving is in our DNA

Innovative and Inclusive Circular Plastic Recycling for a Better Future.

Headquartered in Hyderabad, Banyan Nation is one of India’s first vertically integrated plastics recycling companies, pioneering circular economy in polyolefins (PE and PP) in the country. Through our world-class recycling facility and human-contact-safe primary packaging resins, we enabled several large multinational brands to make the transition from linear to circular manufacturing. Banyan Nation has developed a blueprint for circular plastic recycling – integrating with informal sector collectors and aggregators across India, leveraging proprietary technology, and partnering with leading brands, we have demonstrated that plastic recycling can be socially and environmentally responsible while being economically viable.

Vision

Vision

To be the most innovative and trusted plastic recycler with the aim to democratize India’s recycling ecosystem.

MISSION

Mission

To lead the way for plastic recycling with our state-of-the-art technology, circular supply chain, and ethical transparent practices. All to ensure the highest level of client trust, and product quality within a sustainable ecosystem.

Philosophy

Philosophy

Stay curious. Stay inspired.

Key Milestones

Our Leadership Team

Mani Vajipeyajula

Mani Vajipeyajula

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Prior to Banyan Nation, Mani Vajipeyajula was with Qualcomm Inc., in California working on mobile technologies for Apple iPad and iPhone product lines. Mani holds dual MBAs from UC Berkeley (Haas) and Columbia Business Schools; an MS Electrical Engineering Degree from University of Delaware; BTech Electrical Engineering Degree from NIT, Warangal.
Rajkiran Madangopal

Rajkiran Madangopal

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Prior to Banyan Nation, Raj Madangopal worked at Voltari Corp. where he built teams, designed technical solutions, and drove customer experience for mobile products and services for clients across North America and APAC. Raj holds an MS degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Delaware and a BE degree from PES University, Bangalore.
Rashi Agrawal

Rashi Agrawal

Director, Sales and Business Development
Prior to Banyan Nation, Rashi Agrawal worked with Impact Investment Exchange, Intellecap (Impact Investing); Campbell Alliance (Healthcare Strategy Consulting) and NERA (Financial Services Consulting). Rashi holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and BA Economics (dual major) from the University of California, Irvine and an MBA from Columbia Business School.
Venkata Krishna Vaka

Venkata Krishna Vaka

Director, Supply Chain
Prior to Banyan Nation, Venkata Krishna Vaka was at SKS Microfinance, where he worked with Vikram Akula on strategy and new initiatives for non-financial products targeting the bottom of the pyramid. Venkat holds a PGPABM degree from IIM Ahmedabad and a BSc in Agriculture from Acharya N G Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad.

Our Factory

  • 120,000 sq ft state-of-the-art recycling facility in Hyderabad, India
  • REACH and CONEG certified materials
  • Eliminates over 98% of contaminants
  • Water Neutral

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