When Passion Meets The Impact Crew
“Discipline in passion strengthens discipline in life.”
Through his work and initiatives, he represents a new wave of students who are not just learning—but actively building, leading, and creating impact.
What makes his journey even more interesting is that while most students are still figuring out directions, he is already creating platforms for others. On April 15, he is organizing a student-led entrepreneurship contest in Ahmedabad, aimed at bringing together ideas, innovation, and impact under one roof. Here’s an insight to the conversation with him.
Q. Tell us a bit about yourself and how your journey into leadership and entrepreneurship began at such an early stage.
I’m currently a Class 10 student, and I’ve always been curious about how things work and how problems can be solved in better ways. My journey didn’t really start with a plan to become a “leader” or “entrepreneur.” It started with small things—trying out ideas, participating in competitions, and building projects, especially in robotics. Over time, I realized I enjoyed not just creating things but also taking initiative and bringing people together to work on something meaningful. That’s how leadership and entrepreneurship slowly became a part of what I do, rather than something I consciously decided to pursue from the beginning.
🔹 The Initiative
Q. You’re currently organizing an entrepreneurship contest — what inspired you to take this initiative as a student?
Honestly, the idea came from something I felt was missing.
As a student interested in entrepreneurship, I didn’t find many opportunities where students could actually share ideas, get feedback, and learn by doing. Most things felt either too theoretical or not accessible.
So I thought, why not try to create something myself?
This contest is my way of giving students a platform to explore their ideas and think beyond academics. I also wanted it to have some real purpose, which is why we connected it with a social cause—it makes the whole experience more meaningful.
🔹 Balance
Q. Managing academics, extracurriculars, and initiatives together can be challenging. How do you maintain discipline and balance in your routine?
It’s definitely not always perfectly balanced.
Some days are more focused on studies, and some are more about projects or events. What helps me is having a rough structure for the day and knowing what needs to be done.
I try to focus on one thing at a time instead of doing everything together. Also, I don’t rely too much on motivation—I just try to stay consistent, even if the progress is small.
At the same time, I’ve learned that it’s okay if everything isn’t perfect all the time. Managing balance is something I’m still figuring out as I go.
🔹 Multi-Interests
Q. Your journey reflects involvement in multiple areas — from technology and entrepreneurship to music. How do these different interests shape your mindset and approach?
I think each of these areas affects me in a different way.
Technology and robotics help me think logically and solve problems. Entrepreneurship pushes me to take initiative and deal with uncertainty. Music, on the other hand, helps me relax and think more creatively.
Having different interests actually helps me not get stuck in one way of thinking. It keeps things fresh and gives me different perspectives, which is really useful when working on ideas or solving problems.
🔹 Challenges
Q. What were some of the key challenges you faced while organizing this event or leading initiatives, and how did you navigate them?
One of the biggest challenges was starting.
In the beginning, it’s hard to get people to take your idea seriously, especially as a student. Whether it was reaching out to people, getting participants, or just putting everything together—it felt a bit overwhelming.
Another challenge was managing everything at once, like planning, communication, and execution.
What helped me was breaking things down into smaller steps and just focusing on what I could do at that moment. I also learned that you have to keep trying, even if you don’t get responses immediately.
Over time, things started falling into place, but the initial phase definitely taught me a lot.
🔹 Leadership
Q. What does “leadership” mean to you at this stage of your life?
At this stage, leadership to me means taking responsibility before being asked to.
It’s about being the person who steps forward when something needs to be done, even if there’s no guarantee of success. Leadership is not about control or authority—it’s about creating direction, building trust, and enabling others to grow along with you.
I also believe leadership is about learning. Every initiative I lead teaches me something new—about people, decision-making, and handling uncertainty. So for me, leadership is less about having all the answers and more about being willing to figure things out.
🔹 Perspective
Q. There’s often a perception that students should focus only on academics. How do you view this, based on your own experience?
Academics are definitely important—they build the foundation.
But in my experience, learning shouldn’t be limited to textbooks. Some of the most valuable skills I’ve developed—like communication, problem-solving, and leadership—have come from working on real-world projects and initiatives.
I don’t see it as a choice between academics and extracurriculars. Instead, I see it as integration. When managed well, both can complement each other and actually improve overall growth. The key is not doing everything, but doing the right things with focus.
🔹 The Contest
Q. Could you tell us more about your upcoming entrepreneurship contest and what participants can expect from it?
The entrepreneurship contest is designed as more than just a competition—it’s an experience.
Participants can expect to work on real ideas, think critically about problems, and present solutions in a structured way. The focus is on innovation, practicality, and impact rather than just theoretical concepts.
We’re also incorporating elements like mentorship, feedback, and exposure, so that every participant gains something valuable, regardless of the outcome. Additionally, linking the event with a social cause adds a deeper purpose, encouraging students to think beyond just business and towards meaningful impact.
🔹 Advice
Q. What advice would you give to other students who want to start early but feel unsure or hesitant?
Visit his profile on LinkedInStart small, but start.
You don’t need a perfect idea or a complete plan. Most clarity comes after you begin, not before. Take one step—whether it’s starting a project, joining a competition, or reaching out to someone.
It’s completely normal to feel unsure. I’ve felt the same at multiple stages. But hesitation only delays growth. Even if things don’t work out the way you expect, you’ll gain experience, confidence, and direction.
The biggest advantage of starting early is that you have time to experiment, fail, and improve.
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