Beyond Language & Biology

If you don't want to talk about my work, let's chat about:

FITNESS & WELLNESS

I also enjoy swimming (@IITH) apart from running and gymming.

Overcoming Obesity & Depression I've faced as a teenager

(I shared my story in my blog)

My story was also published as a part of the Research Scholars Day Magazine, IITH (2021).

RUNNING

I've been actively running since 2016 when I ran my first 5k run.

My first half marathon in 2020

(Above: A pic after Airtel Marathon)

I also enjoy driving, long drives 🚘 and Enfield rides and have been driving since 14 years.😀

MARTIAL ARTS & SPORTS

I received training in Karate for six years.

In 2017, I gave a demonstration at Meridian School, Madhapur, Hyderabad, to motivate girls to train in martial arts.

At IITH, I engaged in teaching karate as a part of the Martial Arts Club during my free time.

Cycling: I participated in the Cycling Awareness Ride (20km), UoH (2015)

After my yellow belt exam (2015)

I received Dan-I black belt in Karate (Shotokan style) (2017)

Left: After my black belt exam (2017)

Right: National Karate Championship (2017)

Won two silver medals at National Karate Championship (2017)

The success story was published in the University of Hyderabad Herald

Link: UoH Herald (Jan 2017)

YOGA & MINDFULNESS

I've received a diploma in Yoga in 2016

Inventure (Inner Adventure), the Yoga & Meditation Club of IITH

MUSIC & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

BHARATANATYAM (a pic from high school days)

I received training in Bharatanatyam (Kalakshetra style) at Shankarananda Kalakshetra (2012-14) where I learned up to Jatiswaram.
Additionally, I actively participated in cultural performances during my school days.

VIOLIN

I received training in Violin (Karnatic music) at Aarabhi, advancing up to Varnas (2012-14).
I also learned Veena for a year during my primary school days.

KARNATIC MUSIC

Received training in Karnatic music (Vocal) from my mother, a former ISRO scientist

Performed at Sri Thyagaraya Gana Sabha, Hyd (2007)

MRIDANGAM

Trained in Mridangam at K V R Mrudanga Kalakshetram Music School, Hyderabad (2003-04)

Performed at Sri Thyagaraya Gana Sabha, Hyd (2004)

LEADERSHIP & ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENTS

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