The Reality of Choices: A Response to an Unfair Question

I never intended to share a personal story, but sometimes, circumstances leave you with no choice.

Recently, a relative asked me why my own children study abroad instead of pursuing CCIE training at my institute. The implication was clear—if I truly believed in my institute’s quality, why wouldn’t I enroll my own kids there? This question struck me deeply, leading me to break my silence and address it openly.

The Journey of My Children

My elder daughter finished her 12th grade a few years ago and independently pursued higher education in Canada. From selecting her university to arranging accommodation, she handled everything at just 18 years old. My only role was financial—I invested around ₹35 lakhs per year for four years, totaling ₹1.4 crore, covering tuition, travel, and living expenses.

In her final year, she topped her university. She sent me a YouTube clip, where I learned that she had been ranked among the top students and had received multiple job offers from prestigious companies. Eventually, she secured an ₹80 lakh per annum package from a global consulting giant. Today, she continues to excel in her field.

Following in her footsteps, two years later, my younger daughter also pursued higher studies in Canada, selecting her courses and university independently. She is currently studying there peacefully, making her own academic decisions.

The Difference in Upbringing and Educational Mindset

Coming back to my relative’s question—why didn’t my children opt for CCIE training at my institute? The answer is straightforward: their early educational exposure shaped their career choices.

Both my daughters studied in top-tier IB (International Baccalaureate) schools in Bangalore, where the annual fee alone was around ₹8 lakhs. In such an academic environment, students are conditioned to aim for global opportunities. Their schools, peers, and faculty encouraged them to explore the best options worldwide. It wasn’t about rejecting Indian education—it was about pursuing the best-suited paths given their upbringing and aspirations.

My Commitment to Networkers Home and the Students I Train

Now, let’s talk about Networkers Home, the institute I built from the ground up. I have dedicated 18 years of my life to training thousands of students, many of whom come from BCA, B.Com, BA, Polytechnic, and non-tech backgrounds, often with significant career gaps.

I have seen students hesitate before investing ₹50,000 to ₹1 lakh in their education, questioning whether they will truly get placed. Yet, I have placed thousands of students, enabling them to transform their careers.

Let’s also remember that I left a ₹36 lakh per annum job in Dubai to return to India and build Networkers Home. Why? Because I recognized the immense potential in high-end networking and security jobs. While India’s economy grew from ₹0.5 trillion to ₹3.5 trillion, I built an institute that produced engineers capable of designing and securing critical global networks—whether for stock markets, net banking, or millions of online services.

I don’t have the luxury of conducting IIT/IIM-style entrance tests. I train students who were overlooked by mainstream education, but who have the hunger to succeed. While my daughters had access to a different academic ecosystem, my institute serves those who seek an alternative path to success.

The Final Answer: Why the Comparison is Unfair

Comparing my children's global education choices to the students enrolling in Networkers Home is fundamentally flawed.

My role as a father is to provide the best education within my means. My role as an educator is to uplift those who need a different route to success. Both are separate realities, and neither diminishes the value of the other.

So, to my relative who questioned my belief in my institute—Networkers Home is not built for those who can afford ₹1.5 crore education abroad; it is built for those who dream big despite financial limitations.

And that, in my opinion, is the true service to society.