Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal recently took to social media to share an inspiring success story that quickly resonated with users across the platform. The post highlighted the remarkable journey of Atharv Singh, a 4th-year design student who transitioned from working as a picker at Zomato’s quick-commerce platform, Blinkit, to securing a coveted position on the Zomato design team.
The Wholesome Message
Goyal shared a screenshot of a personal message he received from Atharv, noting, “Stories like this make all of it absolutely worth it.”
Atharv detailed his struggle to manage his education without financial support from home:
- Financial Hardship: “I’m a 4th-year design student, I had to manage my own funds for college fees and rent and other expenses as my dad didn’t support my education,” he shared.
- Turning to Gig Work: After struggling to earn anything and facing increasing expenses, Atharv saw an Instagram ad for Blinkit. He joined the nearest dark store and worked there for four months as a picker to manage his expenses while pursuing his design degree.
“Life Really Comes in Full Circle”
Atharv encapsulated his incredible journey with a powerful reflection on his trajectory:
“Life just kept getting better ever since… Now here I’m, who worked as a picker in Blinkit, joining your design team at Zomato. Really grateful for what you’ve built and absolutely lucky to be a part of this! Just 1% done, this Blinkit boy will now deliver design at Zomato.”
Goyal responded to the message by saying, “Thanks for sharing your story. Lit me up.”
Social Media Erupts with Praise
The post immediately went viral, drawing emotional and widespread praise from social media users who lauded Atharv’s grit and the opportunity provided by the company:
- One user commented, “This is the kind of journey that proves how far grit, timing, and a single chance can take someone. Beautiful.”
- Another shared, “This gave me goosebumps. Love seeing real stories of people rising because someone opened the right door.”
- A third user wrote, “Nothing hits harder than seeing someone fight, earn and support their own dreams.”
- “Incredible! Learning is a continuous process and this guy taught us again,” expressed a fellow user.
The story serves as a powerful testament to the opportunities provided by the gig economy for students facing financial constraints, ultimately enabling Atharv to achieve his professional aspirations within the same organizational family.