Born in Mysuru to a scientist father and a professor mother, Protim grew up with discipline, curiosity, and a strong sporting spirit. An all-round athlete from childhood, he excelled in track and field, football, badminton, and cricket—fueling a lifelong passion for sports and service. Following the footsteps of his grandfather and maternal uncle, he became a third-generation officer in the armed forces.

Commissioned into the Indian Air Force in 2009 as a pilot, Protim flew missions across India, including humanitarian operations, flood-relief efforts, and counter-terrorism missions in the Kashmir Valley during the Balakot Air Strikes. He and Ashish served together for several years, playing crucial roles in high-stakes operations—an experience that forged a deep brotherhood and eventually laid the foundation for MyCore. After 12 distinguished years in the IAF, Protim chose to pursue his passion for sports and fitness.

Transitioning into the sports industry, he managed security and protocol for BCCI and worked closely with top international cricket teams, including India, Australia, England, New Zealand, and others. He also spent two seasons with the beloved Namma Bengaluru team, RCB. He further strengthened his credentials by completing his post-graduation in Sports Management from AISTS, an esteemed institution affiliated with the International Olympic Committee (IOC).  Sports have always been in his DNA. His experience working with elite athletes reinforced a powerful truth: strength training is the cornerstone of high performance. This belief is what led to the creation of MyCore.