Shrikant Ambastha

Born and brought up in Patna.

Schooling from Loyola High School, Patna Graduated from Patna College (Patna University) in Geography (Hon) Post graduate in Geography from CSRD, School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Joined IRS in 1991 and served at various stations viz. Delhi, Bhopal, Pune, Dehradun, Meerut, Patna, Shillong and Kolkata

Hobbies and interests:
Travelling, Nature loving (trekked from Kullu to Kheerganga in Parwati Valley (HP) and also to Malana Village of HP), Gardening, Plastic free living (AMAP), Social work

He is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Foundation for Campaign Against Plastic Pollution.