TEDxNITJALANDHAR

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Aditya Babbar

  Aditya Babbar is a business leader at Samsung who believes that every phase of growth begins with a moment of reinvention. In alignment with the spirit of the theme "Anastasis: Rising Again", his journey reflects adaptability and the courage to evolve in the face of change. With years of experience navigating dynamic markets, Aditya has led teams through transformation and uncertainty, always grounding innovation in human needs. He views challenges as turning points that shape stronger perspectives and better leadership. His story is about learning to rebuild, rethink, and rise with purpose. He brings real experiences of failure, growth, and renewal, inviting the audience to embrace change, rediscover themselves, and find strength in starting again.

• Bhagwan Singh

  Bhagwan Singh is an international Indian rowing athlete and Asian Games medallist. Originally a journalism student, severe financial hardships and family illness forced him to drop out of college and join the Indian Army in 2012. Discovered by the Army Rowing Node, he channeled adversity into athletic excellence, becoming a multi-time National Champion and securing a historic medal at the 2018 Asian Games. His talks focus on resilience, revival, and perseverance, proving that true strength is forged by paddling against the current to transform personal sacrifice into global triumph.

• Kartikeya Dasa

  Prabhuji Kartikeya Das is a spiritual coach, monk, author, and dynamic TEDx speaker. An alumnus of BITS Pilani with an M.Tech degree, he transitioned from a successful corporate career as a senior VLSI design engineer to a life of spiritual service. Currently serving as a leader at ISKCON Whitefield, he guides youth, professionals, and families across India. Known for his highly logical, analytical, and scientific approach to the Bhagava Gita, he has delivered thousands of educational videos and impactful workshops. His talks inspire global audiences to conquer stress, master leadership, and lead purpose-driven lives.

• Maj Gen(retd.) B.S Grewal VSM

  Major General Baljit Singh Grewal, VSM (Retd) is a distinguished veteran, visionary educator, and compelling motivational speaker. Over a decorated 4 decade career in the Indian Army, he served in key leadership positions, including Deputy Commandant of the National Defence Academy. He holds an M.Phil. in Defence Studies and was awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal by the President of India. Transitioning to youth development, he served as the founding Director of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh AFPI and leads Yadavindra Public School. His talks focus on leadership, resilience, grit, and strategy, drawing from battlefield lessons to inspire the next generation of global leaders.

• Mandeep Kaur Tangra

  Mandeep Kaur Tangra is a globally recognized motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and life & career counsellor who believes in transforming lives through purpose-driven action. A TEDx speaker and a voice of change, she has delivered talks across premier institutions like IITs, IIMs, and international platforms, inspiring thousands to rethink success and redefine their paths. Raised in rural Punjab, Mandeep turned limitations into opportunities by building ventures that create employment and empower communities. Through her work, she actively challenges issues like migration, unemployment, and lack of access to opportunities, proving that impactful change can begin from the grassroots.