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'''Manoj Meena''' is an Indian entrepreneur and the co-founder of Atomberg Technologies,<ref name="barefix1">{{cite web |url=https://www.forbesindia.com/article/take-one-big-story-of-the-day/can-atomberg-take-on-market-leaders-like-havells-and-crompton/76107/1 |title=Can Atomberg take on market leaders like Havells and Crompton? |website=www.forbesindia.com |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220509124150/https://www.forbesindia.com/article/take-one-big-story-of-the-day/can-atomberg-take-on-market-leaders-like-havells-and-crompton/76107/1 |archive-date=2022-05-09 |url-status=live }}</ref> a Mumbai-based consumer appliances and electronics company known for manufacturing energy-efficient ceiling fans.<ref name="barefix2">{{cite news |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/atombergs-founders-recast-roles-manoj-meena-becomes-cmd-shibam-das-is-ceo/articleshow/130282011.cms |title=Atomberg’s founders recast roles: Manoj Meena becomes CMD, Sibabrata Das is CEO |date=15 April 2026 |newspaper=The Economic Times |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260415114854/https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/atombergs-founders-recast-roles-manoj-meena-becomes-cmd-shibam-das-is-ceo/articleshow/130282011.cms |archive-date=2026-04-15 |url-status=live }}</ref> He served as the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) until assuming the role of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD).<ref>{{cite web |title=Atomberg founders reshuffle roles: Sibabrata Das named CEO, Manoj Meena becomes Chairman & MD|url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/companies/atomberg-founders-reshuffle-roles-sibabrata-das-named-ceo-manoj-meena-becomes-chairman-md-13889936.html |website=Money Control |access-date=18 October 2026 |date=15 April 2026}}</ref><ref name="barefix3">{{cite web |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/news/story/how-iit-bombay-alumnus-manoj-meena-built-atomberg-after-rejecting-an-isro-job-2977542-2026-08-22 |title=Meet the IIT Bombay engineer who turned down ISRO to build Rs 1,000 crore Atomberg |date=22 August 2026 |website=India Today |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260822160917/https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/news/story/how-iit-bombay-alumnus-manoj-meena-built-atomberg-after-rejecting-an-isro-job-2977542-2026-08-22 |archive-date=2026-08-22 |url-status=live }}</ref>
Manoj Meena<ref>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/atombergs-founders-recast-roles-manoj-meena-becomes-cmd-shibam-das-is-ceo/articleshow/130282011.cms</ref> is an Indian entrepreneur and the founder of Atomberg, a Mumbai-based manufacturer of energy-efficient home appliances and engineering-led technology products. He previously served as the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and currently serves as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD)<ref>https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/companies/atomberg-founders-reshuffle-roles-sibabrata-das-named-ceo-manoj-meena-becomes-chairman-md-13889936.html</ref> <ref>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/atombergs-founders-recast-roles-manoj-meena-becomes-cmd-shibam-das-is-ceo/articleshow/130282011.cms</ref> following an internal leadership restructuring within the company.


'''Early Life and Education'''
== Early life and education ==
He comes from a family engaged in agriculture, with roots in a village near Jaipur, Rajasthan, and no prior business background.<ref>https://bullseye.ac/blog/entrepreneurs/manoj-meena-fan-man/</ref>
Meena was raised in Rajasthan and studied at the [[Indian Institute of Technology Bombay]] (IIT Bombay), where he graduated in 2011 with a dual degree (B.Tech. and M.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering, specializing in communication and signal processing.<ref name="barefix4">{{cite web |url=https://acr.iitbombay.org/awards/manoj-meena/ |title=Manoj Meena |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240523132350/https://acr.iitbombay.org/awards/manoj-meena/ |archive-date=2024-05-23 |url-status=live }}</ref> During his studies, he engaged in projects related to robotics and embedded electronics.<ref name="barefix4" /><ref name="barefix2" /><ref name="barefix5">{{cite web |url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/from-mumbai-chawl-to-rs-1-300-crore-atomberg-iit-bombay-grad-manoj-meena-rejected-isro-job-to-chase-his-dream-14034590.html |title=From Mumbai chawl to Rs 1,300 crore Atomberg: IIT Bombay grad Manoj Meena rejected ISRO job to chase his dream- Moneycontrol.com |website=Moneycontrol |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260921111051/https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/from-mumbai-chawl-to-rs-1-300-crore-atomberg-iit-bombay-grad-manoj-meena-rejected-isro-job-to-chase-his-dream-14034590.html |archive-date=2026-09-21 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="barefix6">{{cite web |url=https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/startup/atomberg-journey-from-chawl-to-smart-fan-innovation-19714199.htm |title=From a chawl to challenging industry giants: The Atomberg story - CNBC TV18 |date=13 October 2025 |website=CNBCTV18 |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20251013162937/https://www.cnbctv18.com/business/startup/atomberg-journey-from-chawl-to-smart-fan-innovation-19714199.htm |archive-date=2025-10-13 |url-status=live }}</ref>
Meena completed a dual degree programme (B.Tech. + M.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering with a focus on communication and signal processing from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay in 2011<ref>https://acr.iitbombay.org/awards/manoj-meena/</ref>.
During his time at IIT Bombay, he developed a keen interest in robotics and electronics, participating in various technical competitions and projects <ref>https://acr.iitbombay.org/awards/manoj-meena/</ref>.


'''Career and Founding of Atomberg'''
== Career ==
In 2011, during his final year at IIT Bombay, Manoj Meena founded Atomberg Technologies Pvt. Ltd.<ref>https://yourstory.com/2015/11/atomberg-technology</ref><ref>https://feedconference.in/speaker/manoj-meena/</ref> The company was later joined by fellow IIT Bombay alumnus Sibabrata Das in 2013, who became instrumental in scaling operations and business strategy.
In 2011, Meena founded Atomberg Technologies, originally focusing on research and development, motor control systems, and data acquisition hardware for industrial applications.<ref name="barefix7">{{cite web |url=https://yourstory.com/2015/11/atomberg-technology |title=Atomberg Technology fans change in the smart appliance market |website=yourstory.com |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151120021935/http://yourstory.com/2015/11/atomberg-technology/ |archive-date=2015-11-20 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="barefix8">{{cite web |url=https://feedconference.in/speaker/manoj-meena/ |title=Manoj Meena – FEED Conference |website=feedconference.in |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260210034606/https://feedconference.in/speaker/manoj-meena/ |archive-date=2026-02-10 |url-status=live }}</ref> Fellow IIT Bombay alumnus Sibabrata Das joined the company as co-founder in 2013.<ref name="barefix9">{{cite web |url=https://www.forbesindia.com/thirtyprofile2018/manoj-meena--sibabrata-das/1679/43 |title=Manoj Meena, Sibabrata Das - Forbes India Magazine |website=Forbes India |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180208024235/http://www.forbesindia.com:80/thirtyprofile2018/manoj-meena--sibabrata-das/1679/43 |archive-date=2018-02-08 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="barefix10">{{cite web |url=https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1328304 |title=From rejecting ISRO job to building Rs 1,300-crore business: Manoj Meena’s inspiring journey |date=2 October 2026 |website=Daijiworld.com |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20261002032717/https://daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1328304 |archive-date=2026-10-02 |url-status=live }}</ref>


Initially, Atomberg operated in a project-based engineering mode, developing data acquisition systems, motor controllers, embedded electronics, and process control systems for a range of industrial and research-driven projects across advanced engineering applications<ref>https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans</ref> <ref>https://atomberg.com/about</ref>.
In 2015, the company shifted its focus toward the consumer appliance market after developing a ceiling fan utilizing [[brushless DC electric motor|brushless DC (BLDC)]] technology, designed to consume less power than conventional induction motor fans.<ref name="barefix11">{{cite web |url=https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans |title=Manoj Meena Founder of Atomberg tells us how his sensors-less BLDC motor Fans are the most energy efficient fans of India. |date=16 October 2026 |website=circuitdigest.com |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250710083121/https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans |archive-date=2025-07-10 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="barefix4" /> The fan was introduced under the "Gorilla" brand name before the company transitioned its product line under the unified Atomberg brand, later expanding into smart home appliances and small household electronics.<ref name="barefix7" /><ref name="barefix11" />


Motivated by recurring power shortages in his hometown and the large share of electricity consumed by ceiling fans in Indian households<ref>https://bullseye.ac/blog/entrepreneurs/manoj-meena-fan-man/</ref>, Manoj Meena pivoted the company towards energy-efficient appliances<ref>https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans</ref>. 
== Recognition ==
* Climate Solver Award (2016), awarded by the [[World Wide Fund for Nature]] (WWF India).<ref name="barefix12">{{cite web |url=https://www.wwfindia.org/?16901%2FSMEs-with-innovative-clean-energy-technologies-awarded-the-Climate-Solver-Award-2016= |title=SMEs with innovative clean energy technologies awarded the Climate Solver Award 2016 |website=www.wwfindia.org |access-date=18 October 2026}}</ref>
* Global Cleantech Innovation Programme award (2016), supported by the [[United Nations Industrial Development Organization]] (UNIDO).<ref name="barefix4" />
* National Entrepreneurship Award (2017), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India.<ref name="barefix13">{{cite web |url=https://yourstory.com/2017/12/made-india-fan-prime-minister-recognised-atombergs-gorilla-fan |title=A made-in-India fan that the Prime Minister recognised — Atomberg's Gorilla Fan |website=yourstory.com |access-date=18 October 2026|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171207193139/https://yourstory.com/2017/12/made-india-fan-prime-minister-recognised-atombergs-gorilla-fan/ |archive-date=2017-12-07 |url-status=live }}</ref>
* ''[[Forbes]]'' 30 Under 30 Asia (2018).<ref name="barefix9" />
* Young Alumnus Achiever Award (2019), IIT Bombay.<ref name="barefix4" />
* ''[[The Economic Times]]'' 40 Under Forty (2024).<ref name="barefix14">{{cite web |url=https://m.economictimes.com/news/india/et-40-under-forty-celebrations/manoj-meena/slideshow/111904839.cms |title=ET 40 under Forty: AImagined avatars of the Young and Restless trailblazers - ET 40 Under Forty celebrations |website=The Economic Times |access-date=18 October 2026}}</ref>


In 2015, Atomberg developed a prototype of a brushless DC (BLDC) motor-based ceiling fan that significantly reduced power consumption compared with conventional induction motor fans<ref>https://acr.iitbombay.org/awards/manoj-meena/</ref><ref>https://yourstory.com/2015/11/atomberg-technology</ref>.
== References ==
 
{{Reflist}}
'''Atomberg’s Flagship Fan and Growth'''
Atomberg launched its first ceiling fan product line, marketed under the brand name “Gorilla”, in 2015 <ref>https://www.scribd.com/document/463061217/atomberg-gorilla-fan</ref>, positioning it as one of India’s most energy-efficient fans <ref>https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans</ref>.
The fan uses around 35 watts of power, about 60 to 65 percent less than a typical 75 to 80 watt induction motor fan, while maintaining airflow and comfort <ref>https://yourstory.com/2015/11/atomberg-technology</ref><ref>https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans</ref>.
The company claims that each Atomberg fan can save consumers roughly ₹1,500<ref>https://circuitdigest.com/interview/atomberg-founder-manoj-meena-tells-about-their-energy-efficient-fans</ref> to on electricity bills, depending on usage, and has sold millions of units across India.
 
Over time, Atomberg diversified its portfolio to include other smart and energy-efficient home appliances<ref>https://atomberg.com/about</ref> including mixer grinders, water purifiers, juicers, and smart locks, reinforcing its positioning in the smart home and energy conservation space.
 
In addition to its consumer appliance business, the company also operates through Atomberg Innovation, its deep-tech and engineering-focused innovation arm. AIPL<ref>https://in.linkedin.com/showcase/atomberg-innovation-pvt-ltd/</ref> works on advanced motor technologies, embedded systems, electronics, firmware, IoT systems, and high-efficiency propulsion and control platforms across emerging technology applications<ref>https://atomberg.com/about</ref>.
 
Built on strong in-house R&D and manufacturing capabilities, AIPL<ref>https://in.linkedin.com/showcase/atomberg-innovation-pvt-ltd/</ref> operates across the entire engineering value chain, from design and prototyping to testing and automated manufacturing. Positioned as a “Made in India”<ref>https://atomberg.com/about</ref> deep-tech platform<ref>https://atomberg.com/about</ref>, the company focuses on building indigenous technology solutions with end-to-end engineering and manufacturing integration.
 
'''Recognition and Awards'''
Notable honours include the National Entrepreneurship Award (2017)<ref>https://yourstory.com/2017/12/made-india-fan-prime-minister-recognised-atombergs-gorilla-fan</ref> by the Government of India, the Global Climate Solver Award (2016) by the World Wildlife Fund<ref>https://www.wwfindia.org/?16901/SMEs-with-innovative-clean-energy-technologies-awarded-the-Climate-Solver-Award-2016</ref>, the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (2016) award<ref>https://acr.iitbombay.org/awards/manoj-meena/</ref> by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, inclusion in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list (2018)<ref>https://www.forbesindia.com/thirtyprofile2018/manoj-meena--sibabrata-das/1679/43</ref>, the Young Alumni Achievers Award (2019)<ref>https://acr.iitbombay.org/young-alumnus-achiever/</ref> from IIT Bombay, and recognition in Economic Times 40 Under Forty (2024)<ref>https://m.economictimes.com/news/india/et-40-under-forty-celebrations/manoj-meena/slideshow/111904839.cms</ref>.
 
'''Entrepreneurial Philosophy and Impact'''
Manoj Meena has often spoken about the importance of solving customer problems<ref>https://atomberg.com/about</ref> through engineering-led innovation, especially in the context of India’s energy security and climate challenges.
His journey with Atomberg is frequently cited as an example of how deep-tech hardware startups<ref>https://bullseye.ac/blog/entrepreneurs/manoj-meena-fan-man/</ref> can scale in India by combining manufacturing, embedded electronics, software, and motor technology.
He continues to represent the company across startup, manufacturing, and technology platforms discussing innovation, sustainability, and indigenous product development.

Latest revision as of 23:37, 19 October 2026

Manoj Meena is an Indian entrepreneur and the co-founder of Atomberg Technologies,[1] a Mumbai-based consumer appliances and electronics company known for manufacturing energy-efficient ceiling fans.[2] He served as the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) until assuming the role of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD).[3][4]

Early life and education[edit | edit source]

Meena was raised in Rajasthan and studied at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), where he graduated in 2011 with a dual degree (B.Tech. and M.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering, specializing in communication and signal processing.[5] During his studies, he engaged in projects related to robotics and embedded electronics.[5][2][6][7]

Career[edit | edit source]

In 2011, Meena founded Atomberg Technologies, originally focusing on research and development, motor control systems, and data acquisition hardware for industrial applications.[8][9] Fellow IIT Bombay alumnus Sibabrata Das joined the company as co-founder in 2013.[10][11]

In 2015, the company shifted its focus toward the consumer appliance market after developing a ceiling fan utilizing brushless DC (BLDC) technology, designed to consume less power than conventional induction motor fans.[12][5] The fan was introduced under the "Gorilla" brand name before the company transitioned its product line under the unified Atomberg brand, later expanding into smart home appliances and small household electronics.[8][12]

Recognition[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Can Atomberg take on market leaders like Havells and Crompton?". www.forbesindia.com. Archived from the original on 2022-05-09. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Atomberg's founders recast roles: Manoj Meena becomes CMD, Sibabrata Das is CEO". The Economic Times. 15 April 2026. Archived from the original on 2026-04-15. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  3. ↑ "Atomberg founders reshuffle roles: Sibabrata Das named CEO, Manoj Meena becomes Chairman & MD". Money Control. 15 April 2026. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  4. ↑ "Meet the IIT Bombay engineer who turned down ISRO to build Rs 1,000 crore Atomberg". India Today. 22 August 2026. Archived from the original on 2026-08-22. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 "Manoj Meena". Archived from the original on 2024-05-23. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  6. ↑ "From Mumbai chawl to Rs 1,300 crore Atomberg: IIT Bombay grad Manoj Meena rejected ISRO job to chase his dream- Moneycontrol.com". Moneycontrol. Archived from the original on 2026-09-21. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  7. ↑ "From a chawl to challenging industry giants: The Atomberg story - CNBC TV18". CNBCTV18. 13 October 2025. Archived from the original on 2025-10-13. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 "Atomberg Technology fans change in the smart appliance market". yourstory.com. Archived from the original on 2015-11-20. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  9. ↑ "Manoj Meena – FEED Conference". feedconference.in. Archived from the original on 2026-02-10. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 "Manoj Meena, Sibabrata Das - Forbes India Magazine". Forbes India. Archived from the original on 2018-02-08. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  11. ↑ "From rejecting ISRO job to building Rs 1,300-crore business: Manoj Meena's inspiring journey". Daijiworld.com. 2 October 2026. Archived from the original on 2026-10-02. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 "Manoj Meena Founder of Atomberg tells us how his sensors-less BLDC motor Fans are the most energy efficient fans of India". circuitdigest.com. 16 October 2026. Archived from the original on 2025-07-10. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  13. ↑ "SMEs with innovative clean energy technologies awarded the Climate Solver Award 2016". www.wwfindia.org. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  14. ↑ "A made-in-India fan that the Prime Minister recognised — Atomberg's Gorilla Fan". yourstory.com. Archived from the original on 2017-12-07. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
  15. ↑ "ET 40 under Forty: AImagined avatars of the Young and Restless trailblazers - ET 40 Under Forty celebrations". The Economic Times. Retrieved 18 October 2026.
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