I suspect I have already placed my future better half on a high pedestal, making matters harder for any potential candidates. I would like her to be someone special, with her own dreams, ambitions and perhaps most importantly, her own views and opinions.

I would like my partner to have a career of her own. I would like to say that this is to ensure that she stays out of my hair, but jokes aside, I think having a career will allow her to find a means to express herself. I don't expect everything to line up perfectly as my spouse and I go about our lives, but I think that with a little understanding, and just a tad of fighting, we should be able to manage to work things out as we go along!

I spent most of my formative years in Bombay and Bangalore. Upon completion of my schooling, I chose to pursue my bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering followed by a master's degree in mechanical engineering in the US. Since the completion of my master's degree a little more than two years ago, I have been working in the field of diesel engine research. I also recently started with my MBA course. I get to learn new things and keep myself busy and maybe even use it to some benefit down the line!

In addition to my professional interests, I like to read, and occasionally, write a little too. I also like to travel, though my choice of travel destinations can be fairly eclectic at times. But considering that my most unconventional vacations have also been the most fun, I doubt I will be changing my ways any time soon! I also like programming and motorsports and actively pursue both.

I intend to settle down in India eventually, but I am currently immobile due to the MBA course. In any case, this is a flexible issue and I expect to work this out with my future spouse based on her interests and career.

My immediate family consists of my parents, my younger brother and me. My father's side of the family is from North Karnataka, while my mother's side of the family is originally from Maharashtra.

My father is a retired commander from the Indian Navy. My mother is currently working as the manager for a couple of bookshops, while my brother is working in the software industry after earning his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. They reside in Bangalore.