Sri City, October 6, 2026: Mr. Shyam Srinivasan, Chairman, TVS Alternatives and former Managing Director & CEO of Federal Bank, visited Sri City. He was warmly received by Dr. Ravindra Sannareddy, Managing Director, Sri City. He was briefed on the industrial park’s world-class infrastructure, strategic advantages and its emergence as a preferred destination for global industrial investments.
Mr. Srinivasan toured the Sri City campus and familiarised himself with its integrated industrial ecosystem and infrastructure. He also visited Krea University, where he had an interactive session with students and faculty. Dr. Rajesh Chakrabarti, Dean, IFMR GSB extended a welcome.
Commenting on the visit Dr. Sannareddy said, “It is a privilege to welcome Mr. Shyam Srinivasan, who was my college mate and is a dear acquaintance. His distinguished leadership journey and deep understanding of business, institutions and people offer valuable insights, particularly to young minds. His emphasis on continuous learning and the pursuit of excellence resonates strongly with Sri City’s own journey of constant evolution.”
Mr. Shyam Srinivasan said, “I was delighted to visit Sri City and spend time with the students and faculty at Krea University. Sri City represents an interesting confluence of industry, innovation and learning. The interaction with the students was particularly engaging, and their curiosity and thoughtful questions made the session a very rewarding experience.”
At Krea University, Mr. Srinivasan held an engaging session on his book ‘Better Never Stops’, sharing candid leadership lessons from his experiences. He highlighted resilience, authenticity, personal growth and continuous improvement, inspiring students to embrace change and keep learning. The session drew an enthusiastic response, with students actively participating and raising thoughtful questions on leadership, careers and navigating change. Dr. Vasupradha Srikrishna, Chair, Communications Area, IFMR GSB, served as the compere for the session.