The Soul Traveller Podcast ft. Akash Kumar

Hosted by: Bhupendra Pratap Singh

Series: The Soul Traveller Podcast

Episode Overview

In this episode of The Soul Traveller, we explore the intersection of healthcare, entrepreneurship, and digital education with Akash Kumar, the founder of Carewell Pharma. This conversation is particularly special as it brings together two alumni of JNV Etah, proving how the discipline and roots of a Navodayan education can blossom into industry-shaping innovation.

Akash’s journey is one of identifying a critical void and filling it with purpose. He recognized that while pharmacy is the backbone of the healthcare system, students often find themselves lost in a sea of scattered resources and complex jargon. This episode traces his path from academic struggles to building one of India’s most trusted platforms for pharmacy education, simplified for the modern learner.

About the Guest — Akash Kumar

Akash Kumar is a pharmacy educator, entrepreneur, and the founder of Carewell Pharma. A strategist at heart—a trait he attributes to his years as a competitive chess player—Akash has transformed his passion for pharmacy into a comprehensive EdTech ecosystem.

Through his website and the newly launched Carewell Pharma mobile app, he has provided thousands of students with structured crash courses, unit-wise notes, and conceptual clarity. His work is centered on the belief that education should be accessible, organized, and, most importantly, student-friendly.

The Digital Pharmacy Revolution

Akash discusses the "why" behind the shift from traditional textbooks to digital modules. He reflects on how his own background at JNV Etah instilled the persistence needed to navigate the challenges of the startup world. A unique highlight of the episode is the discussion on how Chess influenced his decision-making process in business, teaching him to anticipate moves and think several steps ahead in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Key Themes Discussed in This Episode

• Navodayan Roots: The impact of schooling at JNV Etah on character and career.

• The Turning Point: Overcoming academic struggles to find a true calling in pharmaceutical education.

• The Birth of Carewell Pharma: Identifying the gaps in current pharmacy curricula and building a solution from scratch.

• EdTech Transformation: The role of mobile apps and digital platforms in making specialized education accessible.

• Pharmacy’s Growing Relevance: Why the role of the pharmacist is more critical than ever in India’s healthcare future.

• Strategic Thinking: How hobbies like chess shape an entrepreneurial mindset and problem-solving skills.

• Career Beyond the Counter: Exploring diverse opportunities in the pharma field, from research to entrepreneurship.

Campaigns & Impact

• Carewell Pharma: A leading educational platform providing simplified, unit-wise learning materials for pharmacy students across India.

• The Carewell App: A digital hub offering structured crash courses and exam preparation modules to help students build strong conceptual foundations.

Why This Episode Matters

This conversation is a blueprint for students who feel overwhelmed by their syllabus or restricted by traditional career paths. Akash Kumar’s story is a reminder that being a student is just the beginning—building something that helps other students is where real impact lies. It is essential listening for pharmacy scholars, aspiring EdTech founders, and anyone who believes in the power of simplifying the complex.

About The Soul Traveller Podcast

The Soul Traveller Podcast documents conversations with changemakers, survivors, educators, travellers, and activists whose lives reflect resilience, purpose, and social responsibility. Hosted by Bhupendra Pratap Singh, the podcast captures stories that inspire reflection, action, and collective healing.