TEDxAmity University Noida

Speakers

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• Aakash Nidhi Jha

  A designer and a multidisciplinary creator, shaping culturally rooted narratives across architecture, furniture, interiors, conservation, restoration, and visual art.Guided by material sensitivity, rigorous detailing, and a spirit of experimentation, his work consistently reflects integrity, intention and uncompromising quality. His professional path includes working with UNESCO on heritage conservation and documentation, founding and leading an independent design studio, contributing to defence design and prototyping at DRDO, and heading production and manufacturing for large-scale design projects. Across these roles, he has bridged creativity with execution, managing complex project cycles, teams, budgets, and on-site delivery. He has contributed to the restoration of significant cultural landmarks and the creation of nationally recognised memorials honouring India’s armed forces,projects that translate history, sacrifice, and collective memory into powerful spatial experiences. Deeply committed to cultural preservation, he champions local materials, traditional craft techniques, upcycling practices, and indigenous knowledge systems,ensuring contemporary design remains rooted even as it evolves. Rooted in discipline and driven by exploration, his journey reflects a belief that design is not merely about form, but about meaning, where heritage becomes a foundation for innovation and storytelling becomes a tool for lasting impact.

• Aayush & Lakshay Mohan

  The Mohan Brothers, are internationally acclaimed Indian classical musicians and torchbearers of the sarod and sitar tradition. Trained under the legendary Pandit Tejendra Narayan Majumdar, they are the first Indian instrumentalists to perform at the Grammy Museum, Los Angeles, and have represented India on prestigious global stages including the UN HQ and Rashtrapati Bhavan. Known for blending classical purity with youthful innovation, they have redefined how traditional music resonates with modern audiences. Their journey beautifully represents carrying forward India’s rich musical heritage while inspiring a new generation to take pride in its timeless art forms.

• Ananya Jugade

  Ananya Jugade - is a 13-year-old visionary who proves that while we strive for a new world, the secrets to our survival might just be ancient. Ananya Jugade is an Odissi prodigy and a dedicated cultural ambassador whose grace on stage is matched by her depth of thought. For the past five years, she has trained under her guru, Smt. Sonali Mohapatra, shaping her artistry through discipline and tradition. Ananya’s accolades are a testament to her mastery. The recipient to the Nritya Bhushan award at Jhankriti 2023, winner of the Debadasi Season 3 on Sidharth TV, honored with the 18 Under 18 Award 2025 and the Makar Samman 2025 by the Government of Odisha, she is balancing her artistic life with the pursuit of becoming a cardiac surgeon.

• Kalpana Mishra

  Kalpana Mishra is a distinguished voice in India's media and live events landscape-someone who truly understands the power of words, presence, and purpose. With over 11 years of experience, she is a seasoned corporate anchor, television presenter, and live host, known for her clarity, composure, and confident command of the stage. She has been a television anchor with Doordarshan, India's national broadcaster, becoming a trusted presence in homes across the country. From high-impact MICE and B2B events to high protocol and diplomatic engagements at the Parliament of India, her voice has been trusted where precision and credibility matter most. She talked about power of public speaking and how can it be a lucrative career so youth must believe in possibility of following their passion. In the spirit of Roots to Rise, her journey reflects how authenticity and discipline shape voices that connect, lead, and help build a Viksit Bharat.

• Komal Panda

  Her story didn’t begin in a lab or a studio, but in loss, responsibility, and a quiet wish to ease the lives of those she loved. Losing her mother in 2021 and watching her father struggle with diabetes during long hours at his factory reshaped her understanding of care. It also revealed a truth she couldn’t ignore: design could restore dignity where life had taken it away. Art was her first language, but purpose found her later at the National Institute of Design, Haryana. There, a single observation changed everything, her father rushing home daily just to refrigerate insulin because his workplace lacked proper facilities. It led her to a question that became her compass: “Why should survival depend on privilege?” Fueled by empathy and necessity, she developed a compact portable device capable of safely cooling insulin and other temperature-sensitive medicines even without electricity, Novocarry. Simple in form yet profound in impact, it offered something millions quietly needed: the freedom to carry essential medication without fear. Her work earned national recognition in 2024 with the James Dyson Award (India). More recently, she represented India at WorldSkills Asia Taipei 2025 and won a bronze, a testament not only to her skill, but her commitment to real-world solutions. As she looks ahead, her hope is clear: that such innovations become accessible to every household that depends on cold-chain medicine, turning thoughtful design into everyday protection for those who need it most and contributing to a Viksit Bharat where healthcare is not a privilege, but a promise fulfilled.

• Mehak Dhingra

  MEHAK DHINGRA is a youth icon of Modern India grace global pageantry , she is a force driven by purpose and perseverance. With a clear vision and unwavering dedication from a young age, she carved her own path in the modelling industry-turning challenges into milestones through confidence and creativity. A truly self-made individual who built her journey through resilience, discipline, and belief in herself, she continues to inspire young dreamers across the country. Beyond the runway, she believes in using her voice for meaningful change. She won titles of Miss Charm India 2025, Miss Universe India second Runner up . Alongside her artistic journey, she pursued Fashion Media & Communication and Psychology, blending creativity with awareness and depth.Today, she stands among India’s most promising young talents, carrying a story built on discipline, empathy, and relentless ambition.

• Namratha Mohan

  Namratha Mohan Trained in finance and shaped by the modern corporate world, she once worked with global giants like Amazon and Disney. But at some point, she heard a quieter, deeper calling - one that led her away from screens and into stone, from boardrooms to temple courtyards. Over the years, she has travelled across India's ancient temples - decoding rituals, architecture, myths, and forgotten wisdom not as distant history, but as lived, breathing experience. Through her work as “The Temple Girl” , She has helped millions of young Indians reconnect with roots they didn't even realize were missing. In a world racing ahead, she reminds us that sometimes, the most powerful way forward is to pause... and look back with understanding. Namratha Mohan is the Spiritual Heritage Explorer alias The Temple Girl.

• Navya Singh

  Navya Singh is a powerful storyteller, bold, fearless, and deeply purposeful. The founder of News With Navya, one of India’s most impactful digital climate newsrooms, created it to bring responsibility, clarity, and solutions to conversations about our planet. After years at leading media organisations like India Today, The Times of India and many more, She choses to move beyond mainstream headlines to make climate change an everyday conversation. A sought-after speaker, she is leading climate platforms, Her work has earned national and international recognition, placing her at the intersection of policy, people, and the planet where awareness turns into action.

• Rajesh Kumar Pathak

  With over 37 years of experience, he has been a quiet yet powerful force behind India’s telecom evolution, shaping national technology missions, strengthening innovation and startup ecosystems, and guiding policy frameworks that have helped build a digitally confident and future-ready nation. From conceptualizing and executing the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for telecom and networking products to co-leading landmark national frameworks for 5G and 6G, his work has played a critical role in boosting indigenous, design-led manufacturing, accelerating innovation, and positioning India as a credible global technology contender. He has been instrumental in the creation and strengthening of key national institutions, including Telecom Export Promotion Council, India's Standard Development Organisation -TSDSI, and TCOE India, enabling structured industry collaboration, standards development, export promotion, and test-bed-driven innovation. His sustained focus on startup promotion has helped integrate emerging enterprises into the telecom value chain, fostering a culture of entrepreneurship aligned with national priorities. As Director General of the Bharat 6G Alliance, he brings together government, industry, academia, research institutions, startups, and global partners, fostering collaboration that goes beyond policy into real-world deployment and global leadership. Under his leadership, India’s strategic vision for next-generation communication technologies is being shaped with foresight, inclusivity, and global relevance. Rooted in innovation, institution-building, policy leadership, and forward-looking strategy, his journey reflects the power of disciplined expertise and long-term thinking. It stands as a reminder that when vision meets execution, ambitious national goals transform into real progress, inspiring generations to rise with purpose, responsibility, and confidence in India’s technological future.

• Sunaina Rekhi

  Sunaina Rekhi is the first Indian Yogini to represent India at the United Nations Headquarters in New York and the recipient of the National Youth Icon Award for Health & Wellness. She is a global speaker and mind–body wellness guide whose work blends yoga, movement, psychotherapy, and emotional counselling into an accessible and transformative path of healing. Known for her dynamic presence, positive energy, and grounded optimism, Sunaina helps people reconnect with their bodies, ease both physical pain and emotional distress, and experience well-being from the inside out. She believes everybody has wisdom… align your body, calm your mind, and watch your emotions unwind.

• Vaishali Mathur

  Vaishali Mathur, the former Indian cricketer and the BCCI Certified Coach. Her journey unfolded on the cricket field at a time when women's sport did not always receive recognition or resources. Her journey is a powerful story of commitment, resilience, and service to the sport she loves. From proudly representing India on international cricket fields to dedicating herself to nurturing young talent, Vaishali Mathur continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of women’s cricket in India. A former cricketer who represented India-A, U-23, U19, and Rani Jhansi teams, and a BCCI Certified Coach, a cricket expert on NDTV, ABP News, Doordarshan, and Akashwani, she's passionate about promoting sports and fitness among students, especially girls.

• Vandana Tolani

  Vandana Tolani has years of working experience across Singapore, Jakarta, and India .She has been honoured among the Top 10 Women Leaders in Wealth Management and Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2021. Recognised by Kiran Bedi and major STEM bodies, her firm continues to stand out as a top female-led consulting powerhouse supporting startups and innovation. Her passion to guide founders, simplify fundraising, and make entrepreneurship accessible led her to create Convanto, a boutique investment-banking firm that empowers startups across sectors. From early-stage dreamers to rising innovators, she has helped hundreds find clarity, capital, and confidence. Standing at the heart of India’s startup revolution, her work fuels innovation, drives job creation, and strengthens the nation’s economic backbone, shaping the foundation of a truly future-ready Viksit Bharat.