I grew up in a family deeply committed to social impact. My grandfather and father devoted their lives to education and service, launching schools that shaped their communities. Their idealism left a lasting impression on me. My elder brother was a fearless entrepreneur, undeterred by challenges. We lost him to cancer, but his courage continues to guide many of my life choices.

When I was in school, I fell seriously ill and missed months of classes. Everyone advised me to pause, but I pushed through and earned a place at IIT. That experience taught me that anything is possible if you give it your best. Later, during the dot-com bust, I founded my own company. The failure was painful, but it taught me humility, resilience, and empathy for the founder’s journey.

I believe enduring leadership is about understanding yourself and learning how your greatest strengths can also become your blind spots. The best founders are authentic, self-aware, and honest about what they need to grow. I am drawn to founders who hold themselves to a high bar, stay connected to reality, and build with purpose.

Outside work, I find joy in cricket, action movies, nature, climbing mountains, spending time with family, and chasing crazy ideas.