Co-Founder PW (Physics Wallah)
Joined January 2023
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The ₹1 lakh crore R&D corpus announced by the Union Cabinet is more than funding. It signals a shift in how India approaches innovation.
By prioritising sectors like AI, semiconductors, cleantech, education and more, and enabling private participation, the focus is now on speed, relevance and real-world impact.
Innovation needs more than money. It needs access, intent and the belief that solutions can come from anywhere. This is a strong step in that direction.
In a landmark move to strengthen India’s research and innovation landscape, the Union #Cabinet, led by Prime Minister @narendramodi, has approved the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme with a substantial corpus of Rs. One lakh crore
Recognizing the pivotal role of the private sector in fostering innovation and translating research into commercial success, the RDI Scheme aims to offer long-term financing or refinancing options with extended tenors at minimal or zero interest rates
#CabinetDecisions @IndiaDST @MIB_India
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In a historic step, two of the biggest open market economies of the world came together to sign the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. This pact not only enhances market access for Indian businesses but also fosters innovation and sustainable growth.
Thanks to PM @narendramodi ’s bold leadership, this agreement opens doors for more trade, jobs, and growth. It’s a proud moment for India to step up and shine globally.
@ficci_india
#IndiaUKFTA #FICCI #IndiaUK
From Red Tape to Red Carpet: How Policy Can Unleash India's Startup Potential.
India is home to the third largest pool of unicorn start-ups in the world and a large part of this reality is owed to the government's push. From abolishing the contentious angel tax effective from FY 25-26 to several incentives from limited tax holidays for start-ups to patent and trademark filing rebates, schemes for credit guarantees and seed funds, a lot of positive initiatives have been taken.
But as the co-founder of an educational platform, I want to appreciate the efforts at the ground level to encourage a spirit of entrepreneurship.
Start-up cells and incubators in higher education institutions, country-wide hackathon competitions and establishing innovation cells to even introducing Entrepreneurship as a subject at the school level, students are being encouraged to pursue their ideas.
What excites you most about the future of the Indian startup ecosystem?
When Alakh Sir first called me about launching our new course, he was determined to launch it at the lowest possible price, suggesting ₹2000. Coming from a sales and tech background, where exaggerating a client's proposal is what we're taught, I playfully proposed, "Kyu naa ise ₹1000 mein launch kare?" just to see his reaction. But to my surprise, he was too happy with this proposal, which made me realize just how committed he is to making education affordable. That day, I knew we were going to do something great together.
Alakh Sir is truly one of a kind. He ensures that everything we do at Physics Wallah prioritizes the needs of our students and teachers. His approach has influenced our entire team, teaching us to consider every rupee and its impact on our learners.
Today, on Teachers' Day, I want to express my love and gratitude for Alakh Sir. You're not just a visionary leader; you're the most impactful teacher I've ever had the honour to work alongside. Thank you for everything, Sir!
Our commitment to providing affordable, quality education across Bharat is stronger than ever. Technology, particularly AI, will be a major enabler in this journey, helping us solve challenges at scale. We will continue to innovate and push boundaries.
Read more:
analyticsindiamag.com/ai-ori…
At Physics Wallah (PW), the mission has always been to make quality education accessible to every student, regardless of their background. Our technological prowess is transforming how students learn, offering personalized guidance, instant doubt resolution, and adaptive practice tailored to individual needs.
Proud of our tech team's relentless innovation and commitment to empowering millions of learners across India. For more insights, check out our CTPO, Vineet Govil detailed interview about the various tech innovations at PW, during his recent interaction with @Analyticsindiam.
Full article here:-
analyticsindiamag.com/ai-ori…
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What Indians seek from schools:
* 58% prefer schools with regular teacher attendance
* Infrastructure like toilets, drinking water, and proper classrooms are a criterion for 25%
* English Medium is a criterion for choosing schools for only 12%
* 6% opt for schools that offer mid-day-meals or lunch
What other factors do you think will help improve the enrollment ratio in schools?
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Indeed. Let's make 2024 the year of freedom for Indian education.
@PhysicswallahAP @physics__wallah @livemint
#PhysicsWallah #alakhpandey #Indianeducation #newscover
Today's article on HT Mint by Alakh sir, reflects on the journey of Indian education and the challenges that still persist, particularly for students from lower-income backgrounds. As we mark 78 years of independence, it’s clear that true educational freedom requires more than just access, it demands quality and equity for all.
At Physics Wallah, we are dedicated to making this vision a reality.
Let's work together to make 2024 the year of freedom for Indian education.
@PhysicswallahAP
#physicswallah #Alakhpandey #Newscover #Indianeducation
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At @physics__wallah every employee is empowered with the spirit of #MaiBhiEntrepreneur, through resources that help them innovate and identify avenues for making a social impact. With PW School Of Startups, we're committed to passing on our knowledge to the next generation, guiding them on their startup journey. By offering practical learning, mentorship from seasoned leaders, and a Rs 100 crore fund to support 100 startups over the next 60 months. We're not just thinking about today but building for tomorrow. As India becomes the 3rd largest startup ecosystem, aiming for $1 trillion and creating 50 million jobs, we're here to support and inspire the budding entrepreneurs of Bharat, who will lead the way.
@PhysicswallahAP
Read an article in today's Indian Express about a government school in Delhi continuing to function so that the 7 students enrolled can get their education. It also mentions that the school has run into a state of neglect as the people around the area prefer to send their children to private schools instead. Interestingly, affordable private schools have enrolled around 50% of all school-going students, across Bharat. And this number is set to grow...
#education #bharat #studentsfirst
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The GET for Youth 2024 report shows that 1 in 5 young people are not in education, employment, or training. We can tackle this by focusing on foundational skills and micro-courses, helping them land jobs. Collaborating with industries to create education-to-employment pathways is also important.
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Dr. Vikram A. Sarabhai, the visionary behind India's space program, believed that "Science must serve the common man." He pioneered educational TV for rural India in the '70s with the SITE program, recognizing the power of tech in education long before the digital age. Similarly, at @physics__wallah, we continually innovate to bridge the digital divide and bring quality education to every student across Bharat.
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As an entrepreneur, I'm excited to see Bharat as the hub of future innovation. Startups from tier 2- 3 towns are going to fuel New India’s economic growth and will solve the critical problems at scale.
@startupindia #Innovation #EducationRevolution
Major Milestone for Indian Startups!
#StartupIndia has created over 15 lakh jobs, growing from 306 startups in 2016. Startups drive innovation & boost the economy.
Read: bit.ly/46BUkDb
@DPIITGoI
#DPIIT #JobGrowth #EconomicBoost
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All the best Neeraj Chopra!
@Neeraj_chopra1 you inspire not just athletes, but every individual striving for greatness.
#Paris2024 #ParisOlympics #NeerajChopra
#Paris2024 #Olympics
A new day starts with new hope as Neeraj Chopra – along with Kishore Kumar Jena – will begin their campaign with qualification in men's javelin throw.
Day 11 schedule: indianexpress.com/article/sp…
I appreciate the Budget 2024 announcements and see them as positive steps towards Viksit Bharat. The government's focus on closing the skill gap is clear with five new schemes.
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In our chase to perfect AI models we forget to ask the most important question of all - What are the environmental implications of AI?
theconversation.com/power-hu…
#ai #saveenvironment
#implicationsofai
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OpenAI's CriticGPT is catching GPT-4's mistakes. It's like a detective who wrote a mystery novel and is then trying to find plot holes in his own creation!(openai.com/index/finding-gpt…)
#chatgpt #chatgpt4
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I feel a deep responsibility as we celebrate @physics__wallah 's fourth anniversary.
We want to change the face of India’s educational Landscape.
Read more at: linkedin.com/posts/prateek-m…
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Keep learning—no matter what your age is. @DGukesh historic win at 17 proves that growth and achievement have no limits. Big congrats!
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During a recent conversation at the IAMAI India Digital Summit, I was joined by the honorable Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the @DPIITGoI, as we discussed the current state of the startup industry.
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