TEDxIIITDelhi

Speakers

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• Akhilesh Saxena

  Captain Akhilesh Saxena is a veteran of the Kargil War whose life is a testament to the power of a "winner’s mindset." After leading high-stakes missions under extreme conditions and navigating the journey of rebuilding his life following a life-altering injury, Captain Saxena now bridges the gap between battlefield discipline and modern leadership. He advocates for a future built on the bedrock of human values, proving that while technology evolves, resilience and purpose remain the ultimate foundations for success.

• Akhilesh Saxena

  Captain Akhilesh Saxena is a veteran of the Kargil War whose life is a testament to the power of a "winner’s mindset." After leading high-stakes missions under extreme conditions and navigating the journey of rebuilding his life following a life-altering injury, Captain Saxena now bridges the gap between battlefield discipline and modern leadership. He advocates for a future built on the bedrock of human values, proving that while technology evolves, resilience and purpose remain the ultimate foundations for success.

• Ankita Singh

  Ankita Singh is a champion for those who dare to "rewrite the script." After walking away from the security of a corporate career to pursue passion-driven work, she transformed a modest first brand deal into a thriving independent career. Ankita’s mission is to dismantle the myth of "safe success," empowering others to choose purpose over predictability and face the temporary fear of change to avoid the permanent weight of regret.

• David Hume Kennerly

  With nearly sixty years of documenting history, David Hume Kennerly is one of the most celebrated eyes in photojournalism. As the former White House photographer to President Gerald R. Ford, he has captured everything from rock icons like Mick Jagger to the inner sanctums of American politics. Kennerly’s work serves as a powerful reminder of the necessity of truth, objectivity, and the heavy responsibility of visual storytelling in the modern era.

• Kshitij Sheetak

  Kshitij Sheetak is a storyteller who has witnessed the evolution of media from the front lines, including his time as a photojournalist during the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Now a filmmaker and creator, Kshitij critiques the shift from long-form depth to algorithm-driven negativity. He is on a mission to encourage a "louder positivity" online, challenging the digital generation to be intentional and responsible with the content they amplify.

• Megha Khetarpal

  Megha Khetarpal explores the intersection of human psychology and digital crime. By analyzing three generations of real-life stories—ranging from traditional property scams to AI-driven identity theft—she exposes how technology exploits our most basic instincts of trust and fear. Megha is the creator of the SAFE framework, a practical tool designed to protect families and identities in an increasingly vulnerable digital world.

• Rohit Bhatt

  Rohit is a marketing visionary who traces the industry’s evolution from ancient traditions to the frontiers of Artificial Intelligence. In a world where AI makes marketing automated and accessible to everyone, Rohit argues that the true winners will be those who prioritize authenticity, personal branding, and human connection. He helps brands and creators navigate the future of AI-driven marketing through creativity and purpose.

• Vaishnavi Srivastava

  Vaishnavi Srivastava’s journey is one of radical self-discovery, moving from the shadows of toxic relationships and self-doubt into the light of creative independence. Through her work as a content creator, she uses honesty and humor to share her path toward healing and self-worth. Vaishnavi’s story is a beacon for anyone learning to trust their own timing and become the hero of their own narrative.