Sriharsha Majety, Co-founder & CEO of Swiggy: Redefining India’s On-Demand Delivery Ecosystem

Sriharsha Majety has established himself as one of the most influential leaders in India’s startup ecosystem by building Swiggy into a household name. From pioneering food delivery at scale to venturing into quick commerce, he has led the company through rapid growth and transformation, redefining convenience for millions of consumers.

Early Life and Education

Sriharsha Majety completed his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani. He then pursued a Master’s degree in Physics and later earned a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta. 

Founding Swiggy

In 2014, Majety and his co-founders launched Swiggy in Bengaluru with a vision to make food delivery seamless and reliable. The company’s model centered on partnering with restaurants while simultaneously building an in-house logistics network of delivery partners. This dual focus on customer experience and operational control gave Swiggy a distinct edge over early competitors.

Growth and Expansion

Swiggy has grown from a restaurant-focused delivery platform into a diversified on-demand services company. A major milestone came with the launch of Swiggy Instamart in August 2020, the company’s quick-commerce arm. By 2025, Instamart had scaled to over 100 cities, offering groceries and daily essentials with delivery timelines as short as 10 minutes in select locations. With a catalog of more than 30,000 products in many regions, Instamart represents Swiggy’s push to meet rising consumer demand in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, expanding its reach far beyond metro areas.

Leadership and Vision

Sriharsha Majety is widely recognized for his ability to adapt Swiggy’s strategy to evolving consumer trends. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its logistics backbone and dark-store infrastructure to power the growth of Instamart and strengthen delivery reliability. His vision continues to drive Swiggy’s transformation from a food delivery startup into a multi-service platform at the forefront of India’s on-demand economy.

Recognition & Achievements

• ET Entrepreneur of the Year 2019: Sriharsha Majety was awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year at the Economic Times Awards 2019 for his leadership in scaling Swiggy and diversifying its services. 
• IIFL Wealth Hurun India 40 Under 40: Majety was featured in the IIFL Wealth Hurun India 40 Under 40 list in 2020, recognizing him as one of India's most successful young entrepreneurs. 

Sriharsha Majety’s journey from a passionate entrepreneur to the co-founder and CEO of Swiggy exemplifies visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of technology-driven consumer markets. Through Swiggy, he has not only transformed food delivery and quick commerce in India but also set a benchmark for innovation, operational excellence, and customer-centric growth. His achievements, recognition, and commitment to redefining urban convenience continue to inspire India’s startup ecosystem and pave the way for the next generation of entrepreneurs.