Bondada Group, a prominent infrastructure solutions provider with operations across Telecom, Solar, Railways, and Sustainable Construction, has named Rear Admiral R Sreenivas, VSM (Retd), as its new Group Chief Executive Officer. Rear Admiral Sreenivas brings a rich background of over 35 years, combining leadership roles in the Indian Navy with corporate experience.
A decorated officer and recipient of the Vishisht Seva Medal, he has held key responsibilities in operations, administration, project execution, and defence procurement. During his naval tenure, he led major ship and submarine refit programs and was instrumental in transforming the naval ship repair yard at Sri Vijaya Puram into the top-performing unit among its peers.
His role in executing defence acquisition projects worth more than ₹1.8 lakh crore and contributing to the formulation of the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020 underscores his expertise in complex, high-value initiatives. Since retiring in 2022, he has continued to contribute in advisory capacities, offering strategic insights to the Ministry of Defence, Hindustan Shipyard Ltd., and L&T’s Precision Engineering Systems Division.
Welcoming the appointment, Dr Bondada Raghavendra Rao, Chairman & Managing Director of Bondada Group, said, “Rear Admiral Sreenivas embodies the kind of visionary leadership and execution excellence we value. His vast experience across sectors and disciplined approach aligns with our ambition to evolve into a global force in infrastructure development. We are confident his leadership will power our next phase of growth.”
In his new role, Rear Admiral Sreenivas will lead the company’s strategic initiatives, drive innovation, and oversee operations, while strengthening Bondada Group’s presence both in India and international markets. Bondada Group is a leading infrastructure company offering comprehensive EPC and O&M services across key sectors such as telecom, renewable energy, Indian Railways, sustainable construction, and manufacturing. Established in 2012, the company has grown significantly—from a modest revenue of ₹7 crore to a ₹1,571 crore enterprise with a strong national footprint. Its journey has been powered by innovation, execution efficiency, and a strong commitment to contributing to India’s development.
The Group has played a vital role in expanding telecom connectivity by deploying thousands of towers and advancing rural electrification through solar infrastructure projects. Bondada’s initiatives are aligned with the “Make in India” mission, focusing on building smart, sustainable, and future-oriented infrastructure that supports inclusive growth and energy transition.
Backed by a skilled workforce, in-house manufacturing strengths, and sectoral expertise, Bondada Group is known for delivering high-quality projects with speed and safety. Anchored in its philosophy of ‘Nation Building’ and guided by the principle of ‘Live Excellence,’ the company continues to transform India’s infrastructure landscape with integrity, collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership.