Srikanth Bolla
Srikanth Bolla is the first international blind student from MIT, whose tale inspired the Rajkummar Rao film 'Srikant'
Entrepreneur and disability rights advocate inspiring innovation and inclusion.
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hyderabad
english, telugu
10+ years
resilience, innovation, leadership, mindful and positivity, overcoming adversaries
About Srikanth Bolla
Srikanth Bolla is one of India’s most inspiring entrepreneurs and motivational speakers, a visionary leader who turned challenges into stepping stones for success. Blind by birth, Srikanth defied societal prejudices, systemic barriers, and countless rejections to become the first international blind student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His journey is a proof of the power of self-belief, determination, and an unshakeable desire to create meaningful impact.
Srikanth is the Founder & CEO of Bollant Industries, a company he established in 2012 with the support of visionary investor Ratan Tata. Bollant Industries manufactures eco-friendly Areca-based products and is deeply committed to creating large-scale employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Today, the company stands as a model of inclusive entrepreneurship, proving that business success and social responsibility can go hand in hand.
Before founding Bollant Industries, Srikanth set up a braille printing press at the Samanvai Center in Hyderabad, providing accessible educational materials for children with multiple disabilities. His efforts ensured that learning resources reached those who needed them most, further solidifying his mission of empowering the differently abled.
His incredible achievements earned him a place in the Forbes Asia “30 Under 30” list in 2017, making him one of only three Indians to receive this honor that year. His remarkable life story was later brought to the big screen in the acclaimed biopic "Srikant", starring Rajkummar Rao, capturing his resilience, optimism, and unwavering grit.
As a sought-after motivational speaker, Srikanth Bolla delivers powerful speeches on entrepreneurship, leadership, communication, corporate life, diversity, inclusion, and overcoming adversity. You can book Srikanth Bolla as he has spoken at numerous prestigious platforms across the country, inspiring thousands to dream big and pursue purpose-driven lives.
Srikanth Bolla is one of India’s most inspiring entrepreneurs and motivational speakers, a visionary leader who turned challenges into stepping stones for success. Blind by birth, Srikanth defied societal prejudices, systemic barriers, and countless rejections to become the first international blind student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His journey is a proof of the power of self-belief, determination, and an unshakeable desire to create meaningful impact.
Srikanth is the Founder & CEO of Bollant Industries, a company he established in 2012 with the support of visionary investor Ratan Tata. Bollant Industries manufactures eco-friendly Areca-based products and is deeply committed to creating large-scale employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Today, the company stands as a model of inclusive entrepreneurship, proving that business success and social responsibility can go hand in hand.
Before founding Bollant Industries, Srikanth set up a braille printing press at the Samanvai Center in Hyderabad, providing accessible educational materials for children with multiple disabilities. His efforts ensured that learning resources reached those who needed them most, further solidifying his mission of empowering the differently abled.
His incredible achievements earned him a place in the Forbes Asia “30 Under 30” list in 2017, making him one of only three Indians to receive this honor that year. His remarkable life story was later brought to the big screen in the acclaimed biopic "Srikant", starring Rajkummar Rao, capturing his resilience, optimism, and unwavering grit.
As a sought-after motivational speaker, Srikanth Bolla delivers powerful speeches on entrepreneurship, leadership, communication, corporate life, diversity, inclusion, and overcoming adversity. You can book Srikanth Bolla as he has spoken at numerous prestigious platforms across the country, inspiring thousands to dream big and pursue purpose-driven lives.
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Career Highlights and Achievements of Srikanth Bolla
Forbes Asia “30 Under 30”
Forbes Asia listed him in 2017’s 30 Under 30 selection.
Young Global Leader (WEF)
Selected as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.
Zero Waste & Inclusivity Business Model
Bollant Industries runs zero-waste, recycling materials and employing disabled workers.
Turnover achievement
Bollant achieved a turnover of Rs.150 Crore by 2018.
Biopic Srikanth
His life story was made into a film Srikanth starring Rajkummar Rao.
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Srikanth Bolla
Srikanth Bolla is the first international blind student from MIT, whose tale inspired the Rajkummar Rao film 'Srikant'
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Srikanth Bolla is a visually impaired entrepreneur and founder of Bollant Industries, listed as a disability-category motivational speaker on engage4more. His journey from rural Andhra Pradesh to MIT and business success inspired the 2024 Hindi biopic Srikanth.
श्रीकांत बोला एक दृष्टिबाधित उद्यमी और बोलांट इंडस्ट्रीज़ के संस्थापक हैं। उनके जीवन पर 2024 में फ़िल्म 'श्रीकांत' बनी। engage4more पर वे प्रेरक वक्ता के रूप में सूचीबद्ध हैं और संघर्ष, नेतृत्व व समावेशन पर बात करते हैं।
The correct spelling is Srikanth Bolla, though people also search for Srikant Bolla or Sri Kant Bolla. All refer to the founder of Bollant Industries, whose speaker profile is listed on engage4more.
engage4more's profile notes that Srikanth Bolla founded Bollant Industries, a company that makes eco-friendly, biodegradable packaging and consumer products from natural materials, and that makes a point of employing people with disabilities.
engage4more notes that Srikanth Bolla fought for the right to study science after Class 10 and later studied management science at MIT in the United States, becoming one of its first international students who were blind.
Yes. engage4more notes that the 2024 Hindi film Srikanth, starring Rajkummar Rao, is based on Srikanth Bolla's life, tracing his journey from a village in Andhra Pradesh to MIT and entrepreneurship.
engage4more features Srikanth Bolla for talks on resilience, entrepreneurship, disability inclusion, fighting for opportunity and building businesses that create dignified employment for people with disabilities at real scale across India.
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