Biography

I come from a place where research wasn't a common thing. My childhood was spent at home in a rural part of Bihar, India, where I received my education up to Matriculation. Right from the start, I had a keen interest in Mathematics. With my father's support, I even tackled advanced algebra and trigonometry before passing the matric exam. Back then, I didn't know much about science, but my fascination was in understanding the wonders of nature.

I completed my intermediate studies at Hamdard Public School, New Delhi, India, with a good score in science. However, Physics and Chemistry were challenging, and my teachers doubted I'd pass. Despite the difficulties, I passed and took a year off to prepare for the prestigious IIT JEE (Joint Entrance Exam) to pursue engineering. Midway through the coaching class, I realized engineering wasn't my calling. I shifted my focus to enhancing my problem-solving skills, thanks to excellent teachers who helped me understand physics and chemistry concepts.

Dropping the idea of engineering didn't sit well with my parents, as society largely favored careers in engineering or medicine. Convincing them was tough, and facing criticism from relatives and well-wishers added to the challenge. Nonetheless, I joined Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi, for an undergraduate degree in physics in 2013 and graduated with flying colors in 2016. While at Jamia, I found not all lectures interesting, so I developed a habit of self-study.

After graduation, I took a year off again to prepare for Master's entrance exams of IITs. Without any coaching, I secured All India Rank 200 and joined IIT Guwahati, Assam, India, completing my masters in 2019. This time, I didn't take any additional breaks and got admission to a Ph.D. program at IIT Kanpur, marking the next chapter in my academic journey.