IIT Kanpur Graduate's Unexpected Career Move: From ₹2 Crore Business to Startup Engineer (2026)

An IIT graduate, who had built a successful shoe brand earning ₹2 crore a month, left his own company to work as an engineer at a startup in Gurgaon. Pranshi Chaturvedi, the founder and CEO of Bellish Group, shared the story on X, revealing the IITian's decision to leave entrepreneurship due to supply issues and manufacturer operations in Surat. The internet was surprised by the move, with some questioning the reasons behind it. While some praised the IITian's courage, others highlighted the challenges of manufacturing, including labor issues and supplier pressures. This story raises questions about the risks and rewards of entrepreneurship and the importance of finding the right fit for one's career.

IIT Kanpur Graduate's Unexpected Career Move: From ₹2 Crore Business to Startup Engineer (2026)
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