Two Telugu entrepreneurs feature in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 list
HYDERABAD: Two young Telugu entrepreneurs have been named in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 list, earning recognition for their work in financial education and rural learning initiatives.
Shiva Ganesh Gaddam, founder of Geni5 Ankura, was featured in the Finance and Venture Capital category. Madhulash Babu Krovvidi, founder of the Edodwaja Foundation, was recognised for his contribution to the social sector.
Gaddam began his entrepreneurial journey with the goal of promoting financial literacy among children from the primary school level. Through Geni5, he simplified concepts such as saving, budgeting, investing, insurance and entrepreneurship for young learners using comic-based learning tools.
His efforts to make money management accessible and relevant in the digital age helped him secure a place on the Forbes list.
Krovvidi, a native of Shrungavriksham village in Palakoderu mandal of West Godavari district, established the Edodwaja Foundation in Hyderabad to bring advanced laboratory facilities to students in rural areas.
His flagship initiative, the Futuristic Lab on Wheels (FLOW Bus), has provided access to modern technology and scientific equipment to nearly 60,000 students across rural communities. The project aims to bridge the gap between urban and rural educational infrastructure.
