1. Where are you from?
I am from Kolkata, India.
2. When did you join Connect?
I joined Connect on October 28, 2024.
3. How did you learn about Connect in the first place?
Before joining the Local Guides program, I was watching videos related to it on YouTube where people were showing their gifts given by Google and also mentioning the Connect platform.
4. What time of the day/week do you like to check what’s new on Connect?
In a day, whenever I get a chance, I check it; even waking up in the morning, I first check what’s new on Connect. In an hour, I check it at least 4-5 times. Even there are nights when I suddenly wake up and check it.
5. Have you attended or hosted a meet-up on Connect?
Yes, I have attended many and also hosted many meet-ups on Connect; even in August, I am planning to host at least 10 meet-ups.
6. What’s your favorite moment on Connect?
When I received a new badge on Connect and when I shared my work, and other local guides started recognizing and appreciating it, these two were 2 of my favorite moments. My most favorite moment was when I received the invitation for ConnectLIVE: Bangalore on July 10, 2025.
7. Tell us about one Connect feature that you love.
I love the feature that differentiates the latest topics from trending topics. It makes it easier for readers to find and read the types of topics they are looking for.
8. What one feature would you add to Connect if you could?
I would like to create an anti-spam group that will keep an eye on whoever spams the platform or posts anything that violates the Connect policy; then this team will have the power to delete that comment or topic. By this, I want to contribute to maintaining the decorum of this platform more efficiently and promote love and harmony.
9. Tell us about one thing you’re planning to share or do on Connect this year.
Although every day I am coming up with new ideas to share on Connect, this year I have something even more special. So recently, I have launched an initiative, Map Mentors, with the aim of bringing some awesome, yet unnoticed, contributions of Google Maps to the limelight and honoring them. There will be exciting challenges, quizzes, games, workshops, and more, offering special certifications and rewards too.