AI SaaS startup Astra shuts down amid co-founder differences

Astra, an AI-powered sales workflow automation startup, has ceased operations. The closure was announced by co-founder and CEO Supreet Hegde via LinkedIn, citing internal differences with fellow co-founder Ranjan Rajagopalan over the pace of growth.

Founded by IIT-Madras alumni, Astra aimed to automate 80% of account executive tasks and improve deal execution for enterprises. Despite securing two enterprise clients during its beta…