Rithwik Haritas was studying B.Sc Comp Sci Hon – 1st year at RV University, Bangalore. Rithwik scored 421/500 in class 10 and 533/600 in class 12 at Swaminarayan Gurukul International School in Bangalore. He was 11 years old when he lost both of his parents. He was under the care of his grandparents, who unfortunately died one after the other. His paternal aunt is currently looking after him, and he has moved to a hostel closer to his college. He has discontinued college due to lack of attendance.