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My memoir captures different aspects of life through vlogs, pictures, and cherished moments. Each reflects personal experiences and the beauty found in everyday events.
Entrepreneurship Memories of StartUPIndia Conference New Delhi Year 2017
Year 2017 remains unforgettable in my entrepreneurship journey when I registered ArcTop Labs Pvt Ltd and received StartUp India recognition (DIPP7405) as one of the early 1500 startups. That same year, I attended the StartUp India State Conference at Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra, New Delhi, where I connected with leaders like C.R. Chaudhary, SIDBI delegates, and inspiring startup founders. Walking through the Gandhi Museum inside the…
ArcTop Labs at StartUpIndia Conference Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra New Delhi Year 2017
Year 2017 was a special milestone in my entrepreneurship journey when I registered ArcTop Labs Pvt Ltd, a data tech company. The same year, my digital data idea at ArcTop Labs was recognized under StartUp India DIPP7405. Being among the early top 1500 startups recognized by Startup India, initiated by PM Modi, was a proud achievement. This recognition…
How I Learned Leadership from CP Gurnani During the Global NIT Rourkela Alumni Meet Year 2018
In 2018, I began my entrepreneurial journey by founding my tech venture ArcTop Labs. Personally engaging and connecting deeply with India’s growing startup ecosystem events. As an NIT Rourkela alumni and Delhi Chapter member, I gained a rare chance to collaborate with industry leaders. That year marked the Global NIT Rourkela Alumni Meet 2018 in Delhi,…
Personal Supercomputer Dreams: Creating My AI-Powered Beast Machine
AI, AR, Artificial Intelligence, Creative AI, Gaming, GoldMan Sach, NITRourkela, PC Build, PeopleStrong, PeopleStrong HR Tech, RetiredAt40, SuperComputer, Year2025Every tech enthusiast dreams of building a powerful machine, and for me, that dream turned into reality. As a CSE graduate from NIT Rourkela with 20+ years in the tech industry, I always wanted a system that could handle high-performance computing and AI workloads. Building my SuperComputing AI cum Gaming Rig became more than just…
Night Drive Through Satpura: Chhindwara to Narsinghpur MP Year 2025
After soaking in the serene beauty of Chhindwara during the monsoon, it was time to head back to Narsinghpur (kareli)—this time under the cover of night. The trip via the same Madhya Pradesh state highway offered a completely different experience. Driving through the Satpura forest belt at night isn’t just a road trip—it’s a test of focus, instincts, and respect for nature’s…
Monsoon Road Trip Through Satpura: My Drive from Narsinghpur to Chhindwara Year 2025
Madhya Pradesh never ceases to amaze me with its raw natural beauty—especially during the monsoon season, when the entire landscape comes alive. One of my most cherished journeys is the road trip from Narsinghpur to Chhindwara via the Madhya Pradesh state highway, a route that winds through the lush green stretches of the Satpura forest belt. This drive, especially in…
Riding Through Chaos: My Road Trip Memoir on NH 44 to Agra and Gwalior Year 2025
The Agra-Gwalior highway (NH 44 part of NH-3) has tested my patience and reflexes more than any other route in India. I’ve driven this road countless times—on my Bajaj Avenger, Harley-Davidson, and Ford Fiesta—yet every ride brings new challenges. Despite being one of the oldest national highways, its strategic connection between Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh,…
Yamuna Expressway Through My Eyes: A Road Trip Memoir Across India’s Growing Highway Network
Over the past 17 years, I’ve been actively exploring India through road trips—riding my Bajaj Avenger, Harley-Davidson, and driving my Ford Fiesta. Each journey revealed how India’s road connectivity has transformed, especially post-2014. As someone living in NCR, I’ve seen firsthand how India’s highway infrastructure is becoming a true engine of national growth. One project that stands out in my memory is…
How My Bachelor Life and Gurgaon Tech Hustle Turned Me Into a Home Cook
During my bachelor days, food was both a challenge and a comfort. Like most young professionals, I often ended up eating out. From 2006 to 2013, Gurgaon was booming as India’s rising tech and startup hub, and exploring new eateries was our weekend sport. Every time a colleague discovered a new outlet, it became our…
From Sarni to the Skies: My First Flight and the Journey Beyond Year 2006
From Small-Town Dreams to Soaring the Skies: My First Flight Experience Like many small-town boys, I once dreamed of flying in an airplane. I would watch planes soar over my hometown, Sarni, and wonder if I’d ever be on one. As a child, I often stared at the sky, imagining the thrill of being up…
My Journey of Building a Custom AI and Gaming Supercomputing Rig Year 2025
Every tech enthusiast dreams of owning a high-performance machine that can handle the most demanding workloads. For me, as a CSE graduate from NIT Rourkela and 20+ year in tech industry, this dream became a passion project—one that would test my technical skills, patience, and love for hardware. I had multiple options to buy a…
Crafting My Dream Supercomputer: A Personal Lab Fueled by Passion, Purpose, and Future-Readiness
AI, AR, Artificial Intelligence, Gaming, GoldMan Sach, NITRourkela, PeopleStrong, PeopleStrong HR Tech, RetiredAt40, SuperComputer, Year2025For more than 20 years, I’ve been immersed in the ever-evolving world of technology—writing millions of lines of code, scaling products, and leading digital transformation initiatives that fueled tremendous business growth. My journey has taken me through some of the finest tech ecosystems, including Erevmax, TravelGuru, Nagarro, and PeopleStrong HR Technologies. After stepping back from…
From Corporate Success at PeopleStrong to My Entrepreneurial Leap: A Journey of Growth, Leadership, Vision and Roaring as a Lion
2017 was a pivotal moment in my life. As a Computer Science graduate from NIT Rourkela with over a decade of corporate experience, particularly in PeopleStrong HR Tech, I had been contemplating starting my own company focused on data. By then, I had spent over seven years at PeopleStrong, climbing the corporate ladder to become…
Indian Government Digital Disconnect: Citizen Grievances vs. Politician Privileges
Since 2011, I have actively voiced my thoughts on various platforms, with Twitter (now ‘X’) being one of the most prominent. While working in a next-generation HR tech company, I often noticed the disparity in development between my hometown and the rapidly growing NCR region. Whenever I encountered an issue, I made it a point…
An Open Letter to CM Yogi Adityanath and the Organisers of Maha Kumbh 2025: A Pilgrim’s Memoir of Faith and Struggle
Year 2025 started on a great note as I got the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take my parents to the Maha Kumbh 2025—an event that holds unparalleled spiritual significance. As a devotee and a traveler, this was my second Maha Kumbh experience, the first being in 2013 when I rode my Bajaj Avenger across cities to…
A Lifetime Experience:Taking My Parent’s to Mahakumbh 2025 Pilgrimage
Kareli, Madhya Pradesh, Maha Kumbh, Mahindra Thar, Mohad, Parent, Prayagraj, RoadTrip, Uttar Pradesh, Year2025Mahakumbh has always held a special place in my heart. My journey of soul-searching began in 2013 when I first attended this grand spiritual gathering in Allahabad. That experience not only brought me closer to my roots as a Hindu but also deepened my understanding of Sanatan Dharma as a vast and interconnected family. While…
Mahakumbh 2025: A Soul-Stirring Pilgrimage with My Parents, Captured in Timeless Photographs
Kareli, Madhya Pradesh, Maha Kumbh, Mahindra Thar, Mohad, Parent, Prayagraj, RoadTrip, Uttar Pradesh, Year2025Mahakumbh 2025 was more than just a pilgrimage; it was a journey of faith, devotion, and reconnecting with my roots. Twelve years after my first soul-searching experience at Mahakumbh 2013, I embarked on another sacred adventure—this time with my senior citizen parents, ensuring they could witness this divine gathering while still physically able. From my…
Solo Ride to Gwalior: My First Nomadic Adventure Captured in Photos
In 2009, before embracing a soul-searching nomadic life, I set out on my first solo bike journey on my newly acquired Bajaj Avenger, Routing from Palwal to visit Sumit Saxsena friend in Gwalior. Open highway led me through the historic NH-2, passing Agra and the rugged terrains of Dholpur, eventually crossing the renowned Chambal River…
From Gurgaon to Bhopal & Beyond: Start of Thrilling 2009 Soul Searching Bike Ride
Year 2009 became a pivotal moment in my life. Since 1999, I had been away from family—whether it was for higher secondary education and competitive exam preparations in Bhopal, engineering at NIT Rourkela, or working in corporate hubs like Kolkata, Gurgaon, and Noida. The constant hustle made me question my purpose: Who am I? What…
My 14-Hour Bike Adventure Gurgaon to Bhopal: Start of Soul Searching Bike Ride Year 2009
In 2009, I started my daring solo soul searching bike journey spanning in first leg covering more than 750 KM in a day from Gurgaon to Bhopal Madhya Pradesh, seeking adventure and self-discovery. Riding my trusted Bajaj Avenger, I navigated through Haryana’s serene farmlands, the historic Chambal River bridge, and the rugged terrains of Madhya…
