Roamanchak: How Priyanka Mhatre and Pardeep Rana Quit Jobs to Travel Across India

Saurabh Tankha

It is never easy for two individuals from different family and educational backgrounds to come together and chase an unconventional dream. Yet, Priyanka Mhatre and Pardeep Rana did exactly that—leaving behind stable careers to explore India’s hidden gems, diverse cultures, and untold stories.

Their passion project, Roamanchak, is today a growing name in the world of travel content creation in India, capturing unexplored places, unique traditions, inspiring people, and regional cuisines. So far, the duo has travelled across 21 Indian states, creating and editing content on the go.

From Corporate Jobs to a Life on the Road

Priyanka, a brand manager, and Pardeep, a research scientist, met while working at Reliance Jio. Despite professional success, both felt a sense of monotony and lack of purpose.

“One day over dinner, we realised we shared the same dream—creating content while travelling,” recalls Priyanka.

That moment led to a life-changing decision.

“Everyone says, ‘I wish I could quit my job and travel.’ We just did it,” she adds.

Before exploring the world, they chose to discover India first, marking the beginning of the Roamanchak journey.

Taking the Leap: Courage, Faith, and Self-Belief

Quitting a stable job to pursue passion often raises questions—was it a gut decision, destiny, or faith?

“It’s a mix of everything,” says Pardeep. “But above all, it’s about believing in yourself. Courage is something we had to teach ourselves.”

Their journey reflects a powerful message: self-belief is the foundation of every bold decision.

Roamanchak: A Journey Beyond Travel

For Priyanka and Pardeep, Roamanchak is not just about travel—it is about pushing boundaries and discovering India’s soul.

“There were countless moments when we were left speechless by the beauty of a place,” says Priyanka.

Through their experiences, they have:

• Explored diverse cultures and traditions
• Challenged their physical and mental limits
• Learned lessons no book could teach

“Roamanchak has taught us courage, patience, and the true essence of our country,” she adds.

Meet Priyanka Mhatre: The Creative Force

Co-founder Priyanka Mhatre describes herself as someone “born to travel.”

Born in Mumbai and raised in Oman and Dubai, she grew up moving across cities, schools, and cultures—shaping her global perspective. Her professional journey includes:

• Financial researcher at JP Morgan
• MBA graduate
• Content creator at Reliance Jio
• Founder of 4th Wall Studios

At Jio, she honed her skills in content creation, production, and digital storytelling, even leading a food channel and managing campaigns featuring celebrities like Sunny Leone and cricketer Rohit Sharma.

“The digital content space has evolved rapidly, giving creators a platform to showcase their work,” she says.

One of her most memorable travel experiences was attending the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, which she describes as a celebration of vibrant and unique cultural diversity.

Meet Pardeep Rana: The Explorer at Heart

The other half of Roamanchak, Pardeep Rana, brings a fascinating mix of science and storytelling.

Hailing from Himachal Pradesh and raised near the Dhauladhar mountains, his journey includes:

• Biotechnology postgraduate
• Research scientist in breast cancer
• Content creator and travel channel head

Despite having an opportunity to pursue a fully funded PhD in Germany, Pardeep chose a different path.

“I was satisfied but not happy. I couldn’t imagine spending my life in a lab,” he says.

His passion for travel and storytelling led him to explore 15 countries in just eight months before taking the leap to start Roamanchak.

Convincing Family and Following Dreams

One of the toughest challenges was convincing his family.

“I asked my father to give me one year to prove myself. If I failed, I would go back to Germany,” Pardeep shares.

A firm believer in intuition and signs, he adds, “I believe the universe guides you—you just need to pay attention.”

The Vision Ahead: Exploring India and Beyond

Roamanchak’s first major project aims to cover all 29 states and 7 union territories of India in 100 days—a testament to their ambition and dedication.

While Pardeep prefers to go with the flow, Priyanka is focused on expanding their journey further, creating more meaningful travel stories.

Turning Passion into Purpose

Priyanka Mhatre and Pardeep Rana’s journey with Roamanchak is an inspiring example of breaking free from conventional paths to follow one’s passion. Roamanchak is not just a travel project—it is a celebration of dreams, discovery, and daring to live differently.