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Srikanth Bolla Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 14, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth7 July 1991

Age32 Years (as of 2023)

BirthplaceSeetharamapuram, Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh

ProfessionSocial Entrepreneur

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseVeera Swathi

FamilyFather - Bolla Damodar Rao; Mother - Bolla Veera Venkateshwaramma; has a brother

Srikanth Bolla Biography

Srikanth Bolla is an Indian social entrepreneur and the founder-chairman of Bollant Industries. Born blind in Seetharamapuram, Machilipatnam, Andhra Nadu,,

Early life and background

Srikanth Bolla was born on 7 July 1991 in Seetharamapuram near Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh. Raised in a farming family, he grew up in a rural community and attended Devnar School for the Blind in Hyderabad before moving on to Royal Junior College. From a young age he learned Braille and later developed skills in English and computer use that helped shape his academic and professional path.

School years brought both challenges and achievements. Despite social exclusion at times, he persisted in education and excelled in his Class 12 board examinations, earning very high marks. As a youth he took part in sports adapted for visually impaired players, including blind cricket and chess, and represented the state in competitions. He also participated in national youth programs and in 2006 was among the students addressed by former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.

Education and early initiatives

After school Srikanth sought higher education abroad and joined the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2009, becoming the first international blind student to study Management Science there. While at MIT he combined academics with community service, sports and research work, including a role as an undergraduate research assistant. He completed internships with organizations such as GE India Innovation Centre and Infosys, gaining exposure to design, team building and corporate practice.

During his college years he launched community-focused efforts: he founded a short computer-training initiative supported by MIT’s Public Service Center and in 2011 co-founded the Samanvai Center for Children with Multiple Disabilities, which included a Braille printing press and provided education, job training and rehabilitation services aimed at economic independence for students with disabilities.

Career

On returning to India in 2012, Srikanth established Bollant Industries, a company focused on sustainable manufacturing and inclusive employment. Bollant’s product range includes recycled kraft paper made from municipal and soiled paper, paper-based packaging and disposable products from natural leaf and recycled paper, as well as recycling of waste plastics into usable items. The business operates multiple plants across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Sri City and exports a portion of its output to markets such as the United States, Australia and Germany.

Bollant was built with support from a group of investors and mentors, and over time has created hundreds of jobs, with a substantial portion of the workforce drawn from people with disabilities. Srikanth has described employment generation and mentorship for those with disabilities as central motivations for the enterprise. He also serves as director of Surge Impact Foundation, an organization founded in 2016 that works with institutions and communities toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in India.

Public profile

Srikanth’s work has been recognized with a number of awards and honors. He was included in Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30 list in 2017 and has received national and international recognitions for entrepreneurship and leadership over the years. Awards listed in his profile include Entrepreneur of the Year recognitions, emerging leadership prizes, a National Entrepreneurship Award from the Government of India, and selection as a Young Global Leader in 2021.

Personal life

Srikanth is married to Veera Swathi. His parents are Bolla Damodar Rao and Bolla Veera Venkateshwaramma; he has a brother. He lists non-vegetarian food habits and enjoys swimming and chess among his interests. He has said he aspires to reach high office in public life.

Latest updates

In 2019 reports linked Srikanth to political activity in Andhra Pradesh. A biopic titled Sri centered on his life was announced in 2022 with actor Rajkummar Rao in the role of Srikanth Bolla. He continues to lead Bollant Industries and remains active in initiatives aimed at inclusion and sustainable manufacturing.
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Recent Work

Bollant Industries

Founder and chairman of a sustainable manufacturing company that produces recycled paper and packaging, disposable products from natural leaf and recycled paper, and recycled plastic items. The company employs a significant number of people with disabilities and operates multiple plants in India with some exports.

2012–present
Surge Impact Foundation

Director of a foundation founded in 2016 that works with institutes and communities in India to advance Sustainable Development Goals.

2016–present
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Career Highlights

  1. Founder and Chairman at Bollant Industries, a sustainable manufacturing company employing many people with disabilities
  2. Included in Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 in 2017
  3. Recipient of multiple entrepreneurship and leadership awards including a National Entrepreneurship Award and Young Global Leaders recognition
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Srikanth Bolla born?

7 July 1991

What is Srikanth Bolla known for?

Social Entrepreneur

What is Srikanth Bolla’s marital status?

Married

Who is Srikanth Bolla married to?

Veera Swathi