TEDxSoundarya Central School Youth

Speakers

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• Aadya H

  Meet Aadya. She is curious, observant, and comfortable exploring ideas that don’t yet have clear answers. Rather than following familiar paths, she prefers experimenting, learning through trial and error, and understanding how people and systems evolve. Through writing, speaking, and quiet reflection, she tries to make sense of change as it happens. Constantly learning, questioning, and choosing to grow beyond what’s expected.

• Abhishek Ranjan

  Abhishek Ranjan is a global sustainability and ESG thought leader shaping how business becomes a force for good. A regular voice at the UN and G20, and currently serving as Joint Secretary at UN Global Compact India, he bridges purpose with performance, blending business impact with social good. He is recognized as the ESG Person of the Year 2025 by FKCCI and a Top Sustainability Voice on LinkedIn.

• Adwaith V Poojary

  Meet Adwaith, a 10-year-old boy who is a proud and responsible leader and the school’s Junior Head Boy. He is funny and joyful, and he loves drawing, doodling, singing, and music. With curiosity as big as his imagination, he has won many trophies for his creativity, public speaking skills, and drawing—proving that creativity knows no age!

• C Vinod Hayagriv

  Every once in a while, you meet someone who’s not just part of history — but is busy making it. Someone who doesn’t just run a 155-year-old brand — but carries its legacy like a torch into the future. A visionary, a thinker, a gemologist, a gentleman — and as those who know him will tell you — a Santa Claus, a golfer, a vintage car enthusiast, and sometimes, even a traffic warden!”

• Dr. Supraja Chandrasekar

  A Pediatric intensivist dedicated to critically ill children, a pediatrician nurturing young souls, an advocate for healthy lifestyles in children, an entrepreneur inspiring lives, and a mother to two beautiful teenagers. National gold medallist in Pediatric Intensive Care, recipient of the Vijay Karnataka Excellence in Pediatric Services Award 2023 and Nirbhaya Award from Asare trust 2014.

• Krishnapriya Amoghavarsha

  Active and cheerful 10 year old with inquisitive nature, ever curious to know her surroundings, voracious reader of comics, small stories. She spends her free time in activities like painting, singing, crafting and playing. She has a keen interest in Science and technology.

• Lakshmi H T

  Lakshmi H.T., a student who doesn’t fit into one box. A jack of many trades, she moves between science, storytelling, creativity, and leadership with ease. Known for her curiosity and sharp observation, Lakshmi often questions how things work—whether it’s technology, ideas, or the way we experience the world. She believes that small, everyday moments often hold the biggest insights, if we pause long enough to notice them. Today, she brings one such idea to the TEDx stage.

• Manoghna B H

  Meet Manoghna B.H! Someone who believes that limits exist only until they are questioned. An ambivert by nature and a powerhouse by choice, she enjoys unraveling the mundane things in life into spellbinding spectacles. Currently navigating Grade 9, Manoghna is exploring her potential beyond textbooks. A confident public speaker, she isn’t afraid to challenge perspectives and is here to remind us that the future belongs to those bold enough to question the impossible.

• Mukul Iyengar

  A 'Jack of many trades' - a Chemical Engineer turned Market Researcher turned Performance Measurement expert with an eye for detail. In a world of hyper-specialization, I’ve found that being a 'master of none' is actually a superpower. Currently a Senior Measurement Expert at Google, I have spent over a decade at the forefront of marketing & media analytics at Nielsen, Kantar, and Hotstar. I don’t just look at data, I look for the human story within it. I am here to talk to you about why the sky is the only limit when you never stop being a student.

• Naidelae B

  Naidelae B. is an Indian fencing player with over a decade of experience in the sport. What began as athletic pursuit became a defining force in shaping her identity, purpose, and resilience. Her journey includes not only competitive success, but also injuries, setbacks, and periods of intense mental pressure that required her to rebuild from the ground up. Through these experiences, Naidelae discovered that true strength extends beyond physical ability—it lies in mental resilience, self-belief, and the courage to rise after failure. In her talk, she shares her journey of overcoming internal limits, highlighting how mental toughness and vision can transform adversity into growth. Her story goes beyond sport, offering a powerful reflection on the human spirit and the ability to see beyond perceived limits.

• Ramitha Kulal Ganesh

  I am Ramitha Kulal Ganesh, an extraordinary individual who has never allowed my disability due to Cerebral Palsy to define my limits, completing my Master’s in Computer Applications (MCA) with distinction and earning the title of Best Outgoing Student. Currently, I work as an Enterprise Storage Tech Support Engineer at Dell Technologies, Bangalore. Beyond my career, I inspire many through motivational talks, dance, singing, modelling, and creative pursuits, including being a Finalist at Miss Ability India 2022–23, completing a 4.5 km TCS World 10K marathon, and receiving multiple awards. I also work towards initiative to promote inclusion, awareness, and opportunities for persons with disabilities in different forums. Guided by my mother’s unwavering strength and my belief that “it’s not about what you lack, but what you create with what you possess,” I strive to spread resilience, joy, and purpose wherever I go and set an example in the society.

• Rida Mehreen

  Here’s Rida, known for her calm leadership and thoughtful nature. She takes initiative when needed, listens with empathy, and believes that leadership begins with understanding people as much as ideas. Curious and reflective, she balances confidence with kindness in the way she learns and leads.

• Sadashiv Pujeri

  Mr. Sadashiv is a Project Manager with a strong commitment to discipline and continuous growth. A passionate badminton player who begins each day on the court and an avid reader, they believe deeply in lifelong learning. A proud member of Toastmasters International since 2013, they have served in multiple Executive Committee roles, including as Club President, inspiring others through effective communication and leadership. They are a firm believer in personal growth, purposeful leadership, and the transformative power of communication.

• Shanvi J Anchan

  Shanvi is someone who is still figuring things out—navigating classes and life with a curious mind and way too many questions. She is deeply into science, driven by a desire to understand how things work, why they work, and what happens when ideas are pushed a little further. At the same time, she is a full-on anime nerd, drawn to stories where imagination thrives.

• Shashwath Javagal P

  A dynamic leader and the proud Captain of the school’s Homi J. Bhabha House, he is an enthusiastic opportunist who brings ideas to life—staging special assemblies and stepping into the shoes of iconic personalities through powerful roleplays. A keen listener and a voracious reader, he immerses himself in adventurous tales, mystery novels, and Tinkle digests. His passion for learning has earned him medals in the National Spell Bee, SOF Olympiad, and the International Reading Olympiad. He cherishes spending his free time playing with his little brother.

• Shreshta Prashanth

  Shreshta is a student and a dancer who learned the power of confidence and leadership the hard way—the art way. She believes that art is more than expression; it is healing. Through dance and creativity, she found confidence, strength, and self-acceptance, and today she advocates for integrating art into mainstream mental health and everyday spaces. Her talk explores how creativity can transform pain into purpose and help individuals rediscover their first love—the art that makes them feel whole.

• Shreya Krishnan

  Shreya Krishnan is the Managing Director of AnitaB.org India, with nearly two decades of experience across marketing, corporate communications, CSR, and inclusion-led leadership. A changemaker at the intersection of technology, ethics, and gender equity, she chairs the Policy Advocacy Committee for UNESCO’s Women for Ethical AI (South Asia). Shreya has worked with leading corporates and startups including Aon, First Advantage, CoreObjects, and Wooqer, and is the founder of Onyx Communications. A certified NLP Practitioner, Gestalt Master Therapist, and POSH trainer, her work blends leadership, mindfulness, and advocacy for inclusive workplaces. She is the co-author of Words Matter: The Language That Girls Need to Speak and a recipient of several national and international accolades. Beyond her professional work, Shreya is a published poet, trained dancer, theatre artist, and sustainable fashion blogger, bringing storytelling at the heart of everything she does.

• Yuvan Bharadwaj S

  Meet Yuvan Bharadwaj, a vibrant 8 year old student with a passion for staying active. He balances his school life and other activities like painting, sketching, crafting and exploring science through experiments. He has a growing interest in how science and technology can make the world a better place.