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From German Education to YouTube Stardom: Inside Dhruv Rathee's Journey
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News18•11-10-2026, 20:52
From German Education to YouTube Stardom: Inside Dhruv Rathee's Journey
- •Popular YouTuber Dhruv Rathee came into the spotlight after being detained by police following protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
- •He holds a master's degree in renewable energy from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany, along with a degree in mechanical engineering.
- •Rathee also earned a second degree in economics and political science, which reflects in his analytical and social commentary.
- •He began his digital journey in 2014 by creating travel vlogs while studying in Germany before uploading his first political analysis video in 2016.
- •Recognizing his impactful analyses and fact-checks, TIME magazine included him in its prestigious 'Next Generation Leaders' list in 2023.
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Dhruv Rathee holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and pursued higher education in Germany, where he earned a master's degree in renewable energy from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Additionally, he completed a second degree in economics and political science.
Dhruv Rathee started his YouTube journey in 2014 by filming and uploading travel vlogs while studying in Germany, using an iPhone 5S for his first video. He later transitioned into political and social analysis, uploading his first commentary video on September 16, 2016.
Dhruv Rathee drew widespread media attention when he was detained by the police on a Saturday morning following protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
