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'''Byju Raveendran''' (born 1980) is an Indian entrepreneur and educator. He is the founder of '''BYJU'S''', one of the world's largest EdTech companies, which has transformed digital education in India and beyond. From a small-town teacher to a global leader in online learning, his journey is marked by innovation, perseverance, and a passion for education.<ref>https:// | '''Byju Raveendran''' (born 1980) is an Indian entrepreneur and educator. He is the founder of '''BYJU'S''', one of the world's largest EdTech companies, which has transformed digital education in India and beyond. From a small-town teacher to a global leader in online learning, his journey is marked by innovation, perseverance, and a passion for education.<ref>https://www.thestatesman.com/who-is/who-is-byju-raveendran-founder-of-edutech-start-up-byjus-1503204551.html</ref><ref>https://www.dnaindia.com/business/report-meet-riju-raveendran-divya-gokulnath-s-brother-in-law-who-is-way-richer-net-worth-byju-raveendran-byjus-app-3039830</ref> | ||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
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'''Byju Raveendran''' was born in 1980 in Azhikode, Kerala, into a family of educators. His parents were teachers, and learning was always a priority. However, he was equally passionate about sports, excelling in multiple disciplines, including football and cricket. | '''Byju Raveendran''' was born in 1980 in Azhikode, Kerala, into a family of educators. His parents were teachers, and learning was always a priority. However, he was equally passionate about sports, excelling in multiple disciplines, including football and cricket. | ||
He pursued a degree in '''Mechanical Engineering''' from the '''Government College of Engineering, Kannur'''. After graduation, he worked as an engineer at a multinational company before discovering his passion for teaching.<ref>https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/not-immediately-byju-raveendran-s-response-to-disgruntled-employee-over-unpaid-salary-101741160525792.html</ref> | He pursued a degree in '''Mechanical Engineering''' from the '''Government College of Engineering, Kannur'''. After graduation, he worked as an engineer at a multinational company before discovering his passion for teaching.<ref>https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/not-immediately-byju-raveendran-s-response-to-disgruntled-employee-over-unpaid-salary-101741160525792.html</ref><ref>https://www.financialexpress.com/life/lifestyle-who-is-byjus-co-founder-divya-gokulnath-indias-richest-woman-entrepreneur-with-a-net-worth-of-rs-4550-crore-2995299/</ref> | ||
== The Spark of an Idea == | == The Spark of an Idea == | ||
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In the early 2000s, '''Byju Raveendran''' began assisting friends with their preparation for competitive exams like the '''Common Admission Test (CAT)'''. His innovative teaching style, using real-world analogies and interactive methods, made complex concepts easier to grasp.<ref>https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/byju-raveendran-faces-legal-risks-after-us-court-ruling-on-fund-fraud-125030400999_1.html</ref> | In the early 2000s, '''Byju Raveendran''' began assisting friends with their preparation for competitive exams like the '''Common Admission Test (CAT)'''. His innovative teaching style, using real-world analogies and interactive methods, made complex concepts easier to grasp.<ref>https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/byju-raveendran-faces-legal-risks-after-us-court-ruling-on-fund-fraud-125030400999_1.html</ref> | ||
His informal coaching quickly gained popularity, attracting thousands of students across India. With his students achieving exceptional results, he realized the potential of digital learning and decided to take his teaching beyond physical classrooms. | His informal coaching quickly gained popularity, attracting thousands of students across India. With his students achieving exceptional results, he realized the potential of digital learning and decided to take his teaching beyond physical classrooms.<ref>https://www.jansatta.com/technology-news/who-is-byju-raveendran-and-how-to-start-byjus-classes-and-biography-net-worth-salary-wiki-bio/1681211/</ref> | ||
== The Birth of BYJU’S == | == The Birth of BYJU’S == | ||