PhD Student Balances Food Stall and Research, Gains Viral Acclaim

Anand Mahindra praises Chennai vendor Tarul Rayan for his dedication to both academia and entrepreneurship.

Tarul Rayan, a biotechnology PhD student, runs a food stall in Chennai while pursuing his research.
A video by American vlogger Christopher Lewis showcasing Rayan's dual roles has gone viral online.
Anand Mahindra highlighted the video, calling Rayan 'Incredible. Unique. Indian.' for his commitment.
Rayan surprised the vlogger by showcasing his research papers rather than social media mentions of his stall.
The story has sparked mixed reactions online, with some praising Rayan's resilience and others lamenting the lack of opportunities for skilled individuals.