A Bengaluru-based techie-turned-Swiggy delivery executive has inspired the internet with his resilience and strong spirit.

Nithin Kumar, a resident of the city, shared a powerful story on X about his interaction with Swiggy delivery agent Padmanaban Ebbas – a full-stack developer with over 19 years of experience in the tech industry.

When Kumar offered him a job, Padmanaban politely declined because he had a bigger plan ahead for getting his business back on track.

In his post that has now gone viral on X, Kumar said, “My Swiggy delivery partner handed me this tonight. Mr Padmanaban is a full-stack developer with 19+ years of experience. He once ran a software company. I asked if he wanted a job. He said, ‘No, just trying to get my business back on track.’ Let’s get him the break he deserves. Do share it.”

The post also included a picture of the note shared by Padmanaban that introduced him as a full-stack developer and a former founder who once led software teams and built apps for global clients.

“Today, I deliver food, not just for survival, but to rebuild from scratch. Every delivery helps me stand taller,” the note read.

Padmanaban also said that he is open to new opportunities and collaborations, signing off with a motivational quote in his note: “Dreams don’t die. They wait for us to rise again.” He encouraged recipients to share his message with anyone in need of a dependable tech partner.

Take a look at the post here:

In the comments section of the post, social media users applauded Padmanaban’s story, calling it a “lesson in humility” and “an example of true grit.”

Several others amplified Padmanaban’s profile to help him reconnect with the tech world.

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