IIT Graduate from Bihar Starts Chai Business in Los Angeles After Tech Layoff

Prabhakar Prasad, an IIT graduate from a small town in Bihar, transitioned from a tech job in the US to running a chai stall in Los Angeles after layoffs in early 2025. Facing early hardships including poverty and a family relocation due to a kidnapping attempt, he overcame language barriers and academic challenges to succeed. Prabhakar describes his new venture as fulfilling despite lower earnings, highlighting his break from corporate life and the joy he finds in selling tea.