Alakh Pandey's Journey from Slum Life to Edtech Success Inspires Netflix Series

Alakh Pandey, founder of the edtech platform Physics Wallah, shared his journey from financial hardship to a net worth exceeding Rs 14,000 crore. Growing up in a slum after his family sold their home, Pandey began tutoring in eighth grade out of necessity, not passion. Despite his early dream to crack the IIT entrance exam, financial constraints limited his options. His experiences inspired him to create accessible coaching for students from modest backgrounds. His story also inspired the Netflix series Hello Bachhon.