BharatPe founder Ashneer Grover has raised concerns about Indian youth, suggesting they live in a bubble and lack awareness of how the world operates. In a recent discussion, Grover criticized the disconnect between young people’s perceptions and the realities of global challenges and opportunities.
Ashneer Grover Criticizes Indian Youth for Living in Bubbles, Lacks Real-World Awareness
BharatPe founder Ashneer Grover has criticized Indian youth for living in sheltered environments, contrasting them with their American counterparts, who he believes are more worldly and experienced. In a recent podcast with YouTuber Ishan Sharma, Grover expressed concerns about the disconnect between young Indians and the realities of the world.
Grover pointed out that many Indian youths live in gated communities, travel in chauffeur-driven cars, and have little understanding of life beyond their comfortable surroundings. He urged them to seek real-world experiences and learn from professional failures to break out of their protective bubbles.
“We often think that young people in the US are naive, but the opposite is true. The current generation of youth in India has been living in a bubble,” Grover said during the podcast titled ‘LEAKED – How to Start a Business in 2024 (What ACTUALLY WORKS)’.
He criticized the focus of Indian students on getting into prestigious colleges without gaining practical life experiences. “From Class 9, kids start preparing for college entrance exams. How will they ever experience or understand the world this way?” Grover added.
He believes that it takes about seven years in the professional world for individuals to fully understand failure, betrayal, and learn from their mistakes.
Social Media Reactions:
Reactions to Grover’s comments have been mixed:
- One user noted, “Both cultures are relevant within their contexts. While American youth may struggle in Indian conditions, Indian students often excel abroad due to their resilience. However, Indian youth’s civic manners are often underdeveloped.”
- Another user commented, “Grover is speaking about the upper middle class, but the majority of the population faces different realities. Their experiences and hardships are what make them stand out.”
- A third user added, “I’ve managed young employees for years, and it’s true that many live in a bubble. It’s what I call the ‘EMI bubble’—showing off without real substance.”