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Written by: JK Monitor News Network

Published: 05 March 2024

JAMMU: Once rooted in a rural setting with scarce educational resources, Anil Nagar's journey is nothing short of remarkable. From humble beginnings to the CEO of Adda247, a leading ed-tech platform in India, Anil's story is one of tenacity and vision.

Raised in a small village, Anil's brilliance took him to IIT-BHU, where he pursued Electronics and Communication Engineering. Post-MBA, his corporate ascent was swift. Yet, his heart remained connected to rural roots. Driven by a commitment to bridge educational gaps, Anil co-founded 'Career Power' in 2010. It swiftly became a beacon of success, reaching 100+ centers across India.

In 2016, Anil seized the internet's potential to democratize education to launch Adda247, a mobile app offering affordable, vernacular govt exam preparation. Under his leadership, Adda247 has evolved into a comprehensive#1 government test prep platform, offering 500+ courses in 12 languages to over 80 million students across the nation. Anil Nagar's journey exemplifies turning challenges into opportunities, making education accessible to every corner of India.

As a seasoned entrepreneur, Anil Nagar shares below his success mantra to all aspiring entrepreneurs and young talents:

• Vision serves as the compass guiding all your decisions: According to Anil, to be successful, you need to have a very clear mission and vision. Staying focused and moving closer to your goals is possible when your activities are in line with your long-term aims.

• Success often belongs to those who persist through challenges and hardshi: Perseverance should be everyone’s friend. When people start their careers/ startups, they are bound to face numerous challenges and persistence is essential to overcome them. According to Anil, " Every roadblock presents a chance for growth and learning.”

• Never forget your roots and the things that inspired you to start: Anil emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurs sticking to their initial inspiration to start up. He advocates for a continuous commitment to understanding and embracing the core values and motivations that propelled them to start. One can only solve problems when there’s a sense of purpose and direction that steers your ambition.

• Surround yourself with people who believe in you, and what you are doing: In alignment with this belief, Anil underscores the importance of surrounding yourself with individuals who not only believe in your vision but also support it. He emphasizes on having a close circle of friends/ mentors, whose encouragement can solve your apprehensions and fuel your ambition.

• Change doesn’t mean failure, it means evolving:  Anil champions adaptability as a cornerstone of entrepreneurial success. He urges founders to embrace change as an opportunity for growth rather than viewing it as a setback. At multiple stages of the product or company life cycle, there will be alterations. Founders should love their products but also learn the art of staying relevant.