TEDxYouth@TheModernSchool

Speakers

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• Aaradhana Mahlawat

  Wise Mentor

  Aaradhana Mahlawat is an ISO-certified Life Coach, Fitness & Mindset Trainer, and Motivational Speaker with over 33 years of experience. Founder of Be Natural Studio, she specializes in wellness, personality development, and emotional resilience. A passionate educator, she empowers individuals through holistic growth, communication, and transformational programs.

• Ankit Ranjan Pathak

  Environmental enthusiast

  Ankit Ranjan is a visual artist, writer, and environmental enthusiast currently serving as the District Art and Culture Officer, Bhagalpur (Government of Bihar). A postgraduate from the University of Lucknow and a research scholar at Lalit Kala Akademi, Ministry of Culture, he has also served as Guest Faculty at NIFT Patna, NIFT Shillong, and Amity University Noida. His work bridges art, ecology, and cultural heritage, exploring how creativity can foster environmental awareness. Passionate about nature and indigenous art forms, Ankit’s initiatives redefine the harmony between care and creation.

• Ashutosh Bellur

  Fearless Explorer

  Born into a South Indian Brahmin family, Asutosh was raised with the belief that education is the path to success. He pursued a Ph.D., but his academic achievements left him questioning, "Now what?" Seeking deeper meaning, he embarked on a 700-day journey cycling across India, exploring the nature of humanity. During this period he discovered the power of spirituality as a path to peace and fulfilment which he chooses to share with the world.

• Dr. Satyajit kumar Singh

  Healthcare entrepreneur

  Dr. Satyajit Kumar Singh is a leading urologist and healthcare entrepreneur from Bihar. After completing his medical education at Patna Medical College and advanced training in the UK, he served as Consultant Urologist in reputed hospitals across England and Saudi Arabia. Upon returning to India, he founded Ruban Memorial Hospital, Patna’s first multispeciality hospital, and later established Ruban Community Hospital in Rajgir. He is the Immediate Past Chairman of CII Bihar, Senior Vice President of Indian Doctors for Peace and Development, and actively involved in community initiatives through the Sitaram Ashram in Bihta, promoting healthcare, education, and sustainable farming.

• Dr. Suman Siwach

  Ambitious Goalgetter

  Dr. Suman Siwach, Ph.D., a university gold medalist in Literature and sports, is an educational innovator and author redefining learning through creativity and care. With 18 years of leadership in schools and edtech, she has revived institutions, trained educators, and designed spaces that make learning come alive. Author of Gazala and Ikat: The Soul of Ethnic Fabric, she’s been featured at the Jaipur Literary Festival, All India Radio, and IIT Bombay.

• Dr.Aanya Bora

  Bold innovator

  Dr. Aanya Bora — a doctor by profession — is expanding her wings globally through medical tourism, serving international patients seeking advanced healthcare solutions, while also leading a corporate wellness organization dedicated to building mentally strong, high-performing professionals. She blends science, psychology, and medical insight to show how anyone can train their brain — not sabotage it — and break free from a timid, self-limiting mindset.

• Dr.Anil Yogi

  Yoga and parening expert

  Dr. Anil Yogi, Ph.D. in Human Consciousness and Yogic Sciences from Gurukul Kangri University, is a leading expert in yoga philosophy and positive psychology with over 20 years of experience. He has trained 20,000+ individuals and worked with organizations like HUL, ITC, and Hero MotoCorp. Co-founder of Parvarish ki Pathshala (180K+ followers), he promotes happiness, mindful parenting, and holistic well-being.

• Dr.Swayamprabha Das

  Ocean Advocate

  Dr. Swayam Prabha Das, a Humphrey Fellow (2007–08), heads Policy Research and Planning at Development Alternatives Group. With 26 years in climate change, circular economy, and sustainable livelihoods, she has contributed to India’s G20 climate agenda and actively engages with global forums advancing environmental policy, equity, and education.

• Evana simon Anthony

  Student

  A bright and curious five-year-old with an ever-growing love for learning. Her inquisitive mind finds joy in exploring new places and discovering the wonders around her. A little artist at heart, Evana expresses herself beautifully through her drawing and melodies.

• Kshitij Pandey

  Astrophysicist

  Kshitij is an Astrophysicist with a research background in naked singularities and scalar field dark matter. He has collaborated with professors from IIT Kanpur, IISER Berhampur, and ICSC Ahmedabad. In 2019, he received a Silver Medal in the University Physics Competition organized by Carroll College, Montana, and his work was later published in SLAC’s Summer Science Institute (SSI) 2020. Kshitij is a passionate science communicator and aims to inspire young minds to look at the universe with sheer curiosity and wonder.

• Pranay Sharma

  Ambitious Dreamer

  Pranay Sharma is Co-Founder of Nivida Consultancy LLP, where he is currently focusing on building fintech-aligned solutions for emerging businesses. He has worked as a Project Manager at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) and served as Incubation Director at MU-ASTRA, a unit of a leading private university in Rajasthan. An IIT Jodhpur alumnus, and his research interests lie in AI-powered databases. He enjoys working at the intersection of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

• Sarita Nirjhara

  Compassionate Heart

  Sarita Nirjhra is the founder of Manthan Foundation and KalaManthan, where she champions emotional intelligence and digital awareness among children and women in rural India. With a background in early childhood education and soft skills training, she leverages storytelling and engagement to cultivate empathetic learners and responsible digital citizens. As a freelance writer for The Times of India, Sarita blends educational insight with cultural narratives, crafting meaningful dialogues on learning, safety, and growth.

• Shweta Poddar

  Empowering Technocrat

  Shweta Poddar is a seasoned Technology Advisor with over 15 years of corporate IT experience, currently working with a leading MNC. An alumna of IIT Roorkee, she has guided several Fortune 500 firms through their digital transformation journeys worldwide. Beyond the boardroom, Shweta chairs the Family Welfare Organization (FWO) under the Army Women Welfare Association (AWWA), empowering over 500 Army families through initiatives in education, wellness, and financial independence. A passionate mental health advocate, she collaborates with the Art of Living Foundation to promote peace and emotional well being.

• Tanvi Banerjee

  Passionate Learner

  Tanvi Banerjee is a development sector professional at Pratham International, an organisation that enables the adaption and spread of learning innovations for children and youth in diverse contexts across the globe. In her current role, Tanvi collaborates with teams and partners in designing and implementing education projects in diverse geographies including in Latin America.