Rishi Sunak Reflects on Parental Hopes in Podcast: 'Disappointed Them By Not Becoming A Doctor'
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Rishi Sunak: "I Disappointed My Parents By Not Becoming A Doctor"
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News18•26-03-2026, 09:48
Rishi Sunak: "I Disappointed My Parents By Not Becoming A Doctor"
•Former UK PM Rishi Sunak revealed he "disappointed" his parents by not becoming a doctor, highlighting the emphasis on education in Indian-origin households.
•In a podcast trailer with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty discussed the value placed on education as a "passport for a better life."
•The couple also shared their approach to their daughters' career choices, stating they would support their passions, even engineering.
•Sunak reflected on his experience becoming and losing the position of Prime Minister, while Murty discussed personal identity and their relationship.
•After stepping down as PM in July 2024, Sunak took on advisory roles at Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and AI startup Anthropic, donating his Goldman Sachs salary to charity.