EaseMyTrip co-founder buys India's first Lamborghini Urus Performante, shares story behind his dream

Rikant Pitti's Lamborghini Urus Performante is India's first. (Image: Rikant Pitti/LinkedIn)

Rikant Pitti, co-founder of EaseMyTrip, took to LinkedIn to share a picture of his brand new Lamborghini Urus Perfomante and also wrote a heartfelt note to go with it. In his post, Pitti talked about hard work, perseverance and urged everyone to dream.

Pitti also mentioned that his motive of sharing the picture of his swanky car was not show off, but to inspire other. He also talked about how he and his brothers started a travel company when he was only 16. When I was 16, my brothers and I started a small travel business, driven by a big dream. By the time I was 20, with just $50,000, we transformed and created EaseMyTrip.com. We worked hard to understand what travellers needed and tried to change the travel scene with the best technology and services,” Pitti wrote.

“Now, I'm happy to say that EaseMyTrip is India's 2nd biggest and most successful online travel company. This success is because of our amazing team, our never-give-up attitude, and how we faced and overcame challenges.”

Pitti had harboured his dream of buying the Lamborghini for 19 years. He got a chance in 2021, but, let it go due to the Covid-19 pandemic. He decided to donate oxygen concentrators to NGOs and hospitals instead. “On a personal note, for 19 years, I dreamt of having a Lamborghini. In 2021, I could have had it, but with COVID-19 affecting the world, I chose to help others. I donated oxygen concentrators to many NGOs and hospitals. But good things come to those who wait.”

“Just yesterday, I got my dream car, a Lamborghini Urus Performante. It's the first in India and shines in a special green colour called verde viper,” he added.

Pitti said that he wants his online travel company to be the biggest platform in the whole world, not just India. “We want to be not just the best in India but the best and largest travel platform in the world. And for me, I dream of owning luxury hotels and having a private aircrafts one day.”

“I'm sharing this not to show off, but to inspire others. To show that if you work hard and keep going, you can reach your biggest goals. Every challenge and win is part of your life's story. To everyone with a dream, keep going. The tough times help you grow and get to your goals. Stay strong, stay hopeful, and soon you'll be living your dream,” he added further.

Needless to say, the post went viral online and LinkedIn users flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages.

“Kudos to you for grabbing a Lamborghini, but let's face it, India's roads aren't always a supercar's best friend! Potholes, traffic snarls, and the hunt for top-notch fuel can turn this dream ride into an adventure or more like a nightmare. Yet, it's a testament to your passion and success, and a reminder that India's roads could also have supercars on it. Driving a Lamborghini in India is like riding a unicorn through a crowded market - it's eccentric, eye-catching, and always sparks a conversation. Many congratulations,” a user wrote.

Another user commented, “Congratulations. Well deserved. A true inspiration to all those who wish to grow and do well in life.”

A third user remarked, “’Good things come to those who wait’ - Thanks for sharing. Congratulations sir.”

“Congratulations on your new Lamborghini! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and this is just the beginning of your journey to success. Enjoy every moment behind the wheel of your dream car, and may it drive you to even greater achievements in the future,” a fourth user wrote.