TEDxAurum The Global School

Speakers

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• Aarna Pant

  Aarna is a spirited explorer guided by curiosity, compassion, and conscious choices. With a natural love for music, art, languages, and the outdoors, she embraces learning as a lived experience rather than a confined pursuit. Choosing cycling over motor vehicles and books over distractions, she finds joy in meaningful conversations and quiet reflection. A sports enthusiast who enjoys badminton, basketball, and trekking, Aarna’s adventurous soul is rooted in sustainability and empathy. Her presence reflects a gentle optimism—one that seeks happiness, balance, and connection in the simplest moments.

• Ananya Singh

  Ananya is a harmonious blend of creativity, curiosity, and thoughtful expression. Deeply drawn to music, she finds meaning in both listening and performing, expressing herself through singing and the guitar. Her fascination with Formula 1 reflects a keen interest in strategy, precision, and momentum. With strong inclinations toward biology, English literature, and geopolitics, she engages effortlessly with ideas across disciplines. An animal lover—especially connected to dogs—Ananya’s outgoing nature and light-hearted humour create an atmosphere of warmth, making every interaction engaging and sincere.

• Anup Sah

  Anup Sah is a Padma Shri awardee, eminent Indian photographer, mountaineer, and author, widely acclaimed for his lifelong dedication to documenting nature and the Himalayan landscape. Renowned for capturing nature in its most intimate and rarely witnessed forms, his work has received extensive national and international recognition. A recipient of prestigious honours including the International Honour (AIIPC) and the AIPC Platinum Grading Honour, he has been ranked among India’s Top 10 Photographers multiple times. A trained mountaineer from the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, his lens and writings continue to enrich India’s visual and cultural heritage.

• Bhavya Bhatt

  Bhavya exemplifies a quiet yet compelling form of excellence shaped by discipline, creativity, and thoughtful leadership. As Editor-in-Chief of her school, she leads with clarity, responsibility, and a nuanced command of language. A national and international karate participant from a young age, she demonstrates resilience and focus, qualities further reflected in her engagement with basketball. Her creative depth earned her first position in a national-level painting competition on environmental consciousness. Experiences in art, sport, leadership, and exploration together define Bhavya as an individual of measured ambition and enduring grace.

• Chitranshi Joshi

  Chitranshi is guided by curiosity, creativity, and a quiet fascination with the unconventional. She finds comfort and inspiration in music and painting, using both as spaces for reflection and expression. Drawn to research and exploration, she enjoys delving into unusual and thought-provoking topics that challenge the ordinary. With a deep love for food, art, and animals—especially dogs—her interests reflect warmth and empathy. A young artist with notable achievements in painting competitions, Chitranshi brings together imagination and inquiry, seeing the world not just as it is, but as it could be.

• Dinesh Kumar Mansera

  Dinesh Mansera is the Founder and President of the Little Miracle Foundation, a grassroots organisation rooted in dignity, compassion, and purposeful action. With over three decades of experience spanning print journalism, electronic media, and digital platforms, he brings rare clarity and credibility to the world of social service. He is the visionary force behind ThaalSeva, an initiative redefining food security by offering affordable, nutritious meals to the underserved. Guided by sustainability and empathy, his leadership reflects a seamless blend of professional excellence and deeply humane public service.

• Manohar Manral

  Manohar Singh Manral, fondly known as Manoharji, is a pioneering voice in community-led ecotourism in Uttarakhand. Rooted in the forests of Pawalgarh near Jim Corbett National Park, his work redefines travel as a relationship—with nature, culture, and people. Through Harrymans Pawalgarh Homestay, he curates immersive experiences that celebrate Kumaoni traditions, local cuisine, and mindful forest exploration. More than a host, he is a storyteller, guide, and conservationist whose model empowers villagers and protects fragile ecosystems, offering a powerful alternative to extractive, commercial tourism

• Rajat Joshi

  Rajat Joshi is a distinguished content creator and Himalayan voice whose work seamlessly blends cultural storytelling with meaningful social impact. As the founder of Uttaranchali, he has built a digital community of over half a million followers, spotlighting the heritage, landscapes, and lived realities of Uttarakhand. A Gold Medalist in Journalism and a doctoral research scholar, Rajat has collaborated with government bodies, the Indian Army, and social organisations on initiatives spanning education, tourism, and community development. His pursuits in adventure, theatre, and advocacy reflect a life guided by purpose, authenticity, and regional pride.

• Ritishaa Rajwar

  Ritishaa is a quiet force of creativity, discipline, and self-awareness. Passionate about dance, she channels emotion and expression through movement while actively exploring diverse creative pursuits. Her love for cooking, experimenting with new flavours, and crafting DIY art reflects an inventive and hands-on mindset. Academically focused with a sharp memory, she consistently strives for excellence while remaining open to growth. An ambivert by nature, Ritishaa values depth over display, believing that true impact lies in intention, reflection, and quality-driven experiences.

• Siddhima Singh

  Siddhima is a thoughtful dreamer guided by conviction, curiosity, and human connection. An extrovert by nature, she finds meaning in conversations that build understanding and relationships that matter. Grounded in strong principles, she holds a clear sense of right and wrong, choosing integrity over approval. A firm believer in participation, she expresses herself both on the basketball court and through dance, embracing discipline alongside creativity. An avid reader and a people-centric thinker, Siddhima prioritises connection over competition, believing that growth begins where empathy, dialogue, and shared experiences meet.

• Vindhya Pant

  Vindhya is a reflective and motivated learner who engages with ideas through creative expression and thoughtful dialogue. A confident debater, she communicates with clarity, balance, and composure. Her journey across music, dance, and theatre has cultivated discipline, sensitivity, and a poised stage presence. She also finds creative fulfilment in painting and writing thriller fiction. Deeply connected to nature and empathetic toward others, Vindhya continues to grow with quiet confidence, curiosity, and purpose, guided by integrity, imagination, and inner resolve.