Asian Medical Students Association India

I’m Pratheek Kashyap, a final-year medical student at Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education, a mental health advocate, a budding entrepreneur, and someone driven by a deep desire to create change. Medicine, for me, has never been just about textbooks and exams. It’s about impact—about reaching people where they are, understanding their struggles, and being part of their solutions. That’s why I’ve dedicated much of my time outside the classroom to projects that address the invisible yet heavy burdens many students and young people carry. Through my talk series, "The Weight of Expectations," I’ve opened up critical conversations in schools and colleges around mental health, family pressure, and the silent suffering many students endure. I believe that if even one young mind feels seen, heard, or guided through my efforts, I’ve done something worthwhile. I’m the General Treasurer of AMSA India, where I manage finances with transparency and responsibility, ensuring every rupee we spend is aligned with our mission. This role has taught me not just the value of money, but the value of trust, structure, and service in leadership. Outside of medicine, I’m building a venture ☕ Rooh & Roast, a coffee brand born out of a passion for storytelling and culture In everything I do—whether it's delivering talks, managing NGO projects through Sahaya, or documenting my journey on Instagram—I carry one core belief: > You don’t have to be perfect to start. You just have to start honest. I dream of a future where healthcare, entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment intersect meaningfully—and I want to be at that intersection. I want to be known not just as a doctor, but as a voice, a builder, and a changemaker. And this is just the beginning.