Reading Time: 9 minutesRajat Sharma was born on February 18, 1957, in Sabzi Mandi, Old Delhi, into a Brahmin family. He grew up in modest circumstances, living in a 10x10 room shared with his parents and six siblings. His early life was marked by financial hardship, with basic amenities like electricity and running water being luxuries. Despite the challenges, his parents instilled strong values in him, motivating him to overcome adversity.