Bengaluru techie's brother joins Google like him. ‘Super proud' sibling moment melts the internet
job at Google
is considered a dream come true for many, two Indian brothers just turned that dream into a shared family milestone.
Software engineer
Priyansh Agarwal, who works at Google's
Bengaluru office
, recently took to social media to celebrate his younger brother Priyam Agarwal's new beginning at the same
tech giant
. The emotional exchange between the siblings has captured the hearts of thousands online—and for good reason.
A Screenshot of a Dream
It all began when Delhi-based Priyam posted a screenshot of his Google onboarding portal on July 5, revealing that he was just days away from starting his new role as a software engineer. 'Less than 10 days before I start a new journey. Super excited and a little nervous,' he captioned the post on X (formerly Twitter). The image showed the countdown ticking down to his first day at one of the most competitive and sought-after workplaces in the tech world.
But the post didn't just mark the beginning of Priyam's journey. It also sparked an emotional reaction from his elder brother, Priyansh, who reposted the announcement with pride swelling through every word. 'Younger brother coming to Google as well. Super proud of him,' he wrote, showing the world not just professional pride, but the quiet joy of witnessing a sibling's success.
— Priyansh_31Dec (@Priyansh_31Dec)
Sibling Goals, Delivered
It didn't take long for Priyam to respond to his brother's public shoutout, and his words melted many hearts online. 'The elder brother everyone wishes they had. Always had my back,' he wrote in the comments, sparking a wave of admiration across the platform.
The bond between the two brothers resonated with countless users. While some simply extended their congratulations, others expressed how deeply the moment moved them. One user wrote, 'Do bhai bhai dono tabahi,' highlighting the duo's power-packed potential, while another cheered, 'Ohh lesssgooo! This is amazing! God bless.'
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A Rare Feat Worth Celebrating
Getting hired at Google is no small feat. With a notoriously selective hiring process and rigorous interviews, the probability of two siblings making it into the company independently is extraordinary. But the
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have shown that with determination, mutual support, and a shared vision, even the most ambitious goals can be achieved—together.
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