Recykal Welcomes Sachin Tendulkar as Strategic Investor in Waste Management

Recykal, a waste management startup based in Hyderabad, has secured the cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as a strategic investor. The specific investment amount and valuation details remain undisclosed. Tendulkar’s involvement will amplify Recykal’s mission to foster responsible waste management and boost recycling initiatives throughout India. He expressed admiration for the company’s innovative technological approach to tackling waste management issues and its goal of influencing behavioural change.

About Recykal

Founded in 2015 by Abhay Deshpande, Recykal operates a technology-driven platform that emphasises waste management and the circular economy. The company’s diverse offerings include digital platforms, Deposit Return Systems (DRS), a marketplace for recyclable materials, and AI-enabled hardware solutions such as reverse vending machines.

Recent Funding and Growth

In June 2026, Recykal raised $23 million during a bridge funding round, which comprised both primary and secondary capital sourced from current investors and selected family offices. The company plans to utilise these funds to enhance its technology platform, expand its Deposit Return System, and facilitate international growth.

Impact on Waste Management

Recykal claims it has effectively managed over 3 million metric tonnes of waste by collaborating with approximately 650 brands, including well-known names like Hindustan Unilever, Samsung, and BMW, as well as over 5,000 aggregators and recyclers.