TEDxElproIntlSchool

Speakers

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• Aadvik Shrivastava

  Aadvik is a focused and curious learner with a strong inclination toward science and mathematics. A multiple-time Mathematics Olympiad winner and Rubik’s Cube solver, he enjoys solving complex problems with clarity and discipline. Beyond academics, he explores creativity through acting, performance, and piano, bringing a global perspective shaped by his years abroad.

• Adithi Nikhil Belur

  Adithi is a curious thinker who loves asking questions, debating ideas, and exploring the world through books and creativity. Whether crocheting, reading, or wondering how airplanes fly, her mind is always in motion. Expressive and energetic, she believes learning should be engaging, messy, and driven by curiosity.

• Aishwarya Lahariya

  Aishwarya Lahariya is a textile scientist, designer, and first-generation entrepreneur, currently the Co-founder and Designer of Jiwya, a 100% plant-based fashion brand built on a closed-loop supply chain. She holds a Master’s degree in Fiber Science from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Chemical Technology in Textile Chemistry from the Institute of Chemical Technology, where she was a Gold Medalist. Since 2013, Aishwarya has worked across advanced textile applications—from carbon fibers for aerospace and automotive sectors to medical textiles. In 2021, she co-founded BioFluff, a pioneering plant-based fur startup, which she successfully scaled and exited in early 2023.

• Aniket Mukundraj Nagane

  Aniket is a confident and curious student with a passion for reading, cricket, public speaking, and debate. Actively involved in MUNs, theatre, and leadership as the school’s Senior Prefect, he balances academics with co-curricular excellence. He believes passion, when nurtured, becomes potential.

• Divyanshi Sharma

  Divyanshi combines her passion for politics and global affairs with a commitment to research and public discourse. An alumna of Yale University’s Moral Foundations of Politics course, she has led her school’s delegation to Dhaka for an exchange program, earned recognition at IIT Bombay, and Holds an internationally published research on Euthanasia. From waves of change to wings of possibility our next speaker invites us to rethink how schools can prepare children for an uncertain world.

• Indu Punj

  Indu Punj is a trainer and counsellor with over two decades of experience in education, psychology, and wellness. An Ex-DPS International Educator and Ex-Director of Teacher Training at Katha, she has worked closely with students, teachers, parents, and institutions across the country, including serving as a wellness counsellor for IIT Delhi students. With a Master’s in Psychology and a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Family Therapy, Indu combines deep psychological insight with educational innovation. In 2019, she founded Stories Matter, a YouTube platform dedicated to creating awareness through storytelling, now reaching over 2 million views. Through her work, she continues to equip individuals with practical tools for emotional intelligence, resilience, and holistic well-being.

• Jinesha Ashish Kotecha

  Jinesha is an enthusiastic and inquisitive student who believes in the limitless power of creativity. She expresses herself through music, badminton, and leadership, balancing imagination with discipline. Known for her kindness and confidence, she inspires peers to learn joyfully and fearlessly.

• Jinisha Bohra

  Jinisha is a humanities student whose interests span music, leadership, and reading. From chairing EIS MUN 2025 to performing with her band, she thrives where creativity meets collaboration. Through her talk, she reflects on the challenges of pursuing creative paths with clarity and courage.

• Nishka Gupta

  Nishka is a calm, confident, and value-driven student guided by discipline and integrity. A recognised writer and debater, she balances academics with basketball, theatre, and travel. For Nishka, creativity is not optional—it is instinctive and essential.

• Nupur Chaudhuri

  Nupur is a pioneering pole artist, athlete, and founder of The Pole School India. From winning India’s first global podium in pole sport to redefining societal perceptions, her journey is one of courage, reinvention, and creative expression. She inspires through resilience and fearless self-belief.

• Ram Kulkarni

  Dr. Ram Kulkarni is the Deputy Director and Professor at the Symbiosis School of Biological Sciences, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune. He teaches postgraduate students of Biotechnology and Biochemistry and leads a research group of six junior researchers, primarily Ph.D. scholars. A biochemist by training, Dr. Kulkarni conducts research in food biotechnology, with a focus on using lactic acid bacteria to enhance food safety, nutrition, and functionality. He has authored numerous papers in international journals and secured both national and international research grants. His academic journey includes research at CSIR-NCL, the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Germany, and IISER Pune. Associated with Symbiosis for over 12 years, his work bridges scientific research with real-world impact.

• Riaan Choure

  Riaan is a bright and curious learner with a strong interest in mathematics, reading, and emerging technologies. An Abacus Level 7 achiever and international competition winner, he balances academics with sports and music, playing piano, violin, and tabla.

• Riaan Wankhade

  Riaan believes curiosity and perspective shape how we understand the world. A basketball player, chess enthusiast, Olympiad gold medalist, and confident public speaker, he enjoys questioning ideas and exploring how creativity grows through curiosity.

• Rohan Sreekumar

  Rohan is a humanities student deeply interested in geopolitics, international law, and debate. With four years of MUN experience and serving as Secretary General of EIS MUN 2025, he explores creativity as a force shaping power and future narratives.

• Sanaya Sethia

  Sanaya is an IBDP student passionate about music, ballet, art, and ideas. With multiple certifications, MUN leadership, and global exposure, she advocates for equality and thoughtful dialogue, encouraging young voices to speak with confidence.

• Shon Mrunal Varhadi

  Shon Varhadi is a focused and versatile student who balances academic excellence with elite performance in cricket. A student council leader, he is known for his discipline, commitment, and sense of responsibility. A winner of multiple high-level cricket competitions, Shon thrives under pressure. Beyond sports and studies, he explores Gothic calligraphy, reflecting his patience and creative precision. Grounded by a supportive family, he brings strength, artistry, and leadership into everything he does.

• Tamanna Sethia

  Tamanna is a student who blends scientific curiosity with creative expression. With interests spanning medicine, AI, design, and communication, she brings empathy and purpose to her journey, aspiring to become a neurosurgeon who values both skill and sensitivity.

• Tanvi Singla

  Tanvi Singla is the Founder of Young Matter, an initiative dedicated to empowering young people through mental wellness and self-awareness. Featured on Forbes at 18 and crowned Miss India Asia Pacific World at 19, she began mentoring young women by the age of 21. With experience across private equity, luxury real estate, and technology, and training from the Research Institute of Robbins & Maddanes, Tanvi blends behavioural science with lived experience to drive meaningful, future-ready change for the next generation.