TEDxSUAS

Speakers

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• Addl DCP Rajesh Dandotiya

  Rajesh Dandotiya is a senior police officer currently serving as Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Crime Branch, Indore. He is known for launching India’s “Digital Cop Program,” which trains students in law enforcement and cybersecurity. Over his career, he has led major operations against organized crime, seized illegal firearms, and conducted extensive cyber awareness sessions, contributing to numerous arrests and public outreach efforts. Beyond policing, he is a motivational speaker and has gained recognition for his patriotic song “Ye Desh Hai Veer Jawano Ka.” An Ashoka Award recipient, he is regarded as a forward-thinking leader integrating traditional policing with digital innovation.

• Dr. Sandeep Sancheti

  Professor Sandeep Sancheti is one of India’s most influential voices in higher education—an institution builder, policy thinker, and reform leader who has shaped some of the country’s most important academic initiatives. From leading top institutions such as multiple NITs, SRMIST, and Manipal University Jaipur to helping frame the Academic Bank of Credits under NEP 2020, his journey sits at the intersection of leadership, policy, and transformation. At TEDx, he brings deep insight into how bold ideas in education can redefine the future

• Dr. Swati Mujumdar

  Dr. Swati Mujumdar holds an MBA, MS from USA, and Ph.D. She is an international expert in vocational education, skill development, and higher education with over 20 years of professional experience. She has advised the Government of India and the Government of Maharashtra on policy matters in higher education, blended education models, vocational education (TVET), skill development, and distance learning, and her case studies on the effective use of ICT have been published by UNESCO Bangkok and Deloitte Consulting, USA. Dr. Swati has received the 2024-2025 Fulbright-Nehru International Education Administrators Seminar (FINEAS) grant, the Vocational Excellence Award 2023 by Rotary Club of Pune, and a nomination for the UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education 2021

• Pallavi Vyas

  Pallavi Vyas is an entrepreneur and agribusiness innovator from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and the Founder of Shanta Farms and Director of Shanta Tradexim Pvt. Ltd. With a background in Mathematics, Textile Chemistry, and an MBA, she blends scientific expertise with business leadership. Since 2016, she has developed clean milk systems and Moringa-based products like Morvita and Morefeed, focusing on nutrition, women empowerment, and rural entrepreneurship. Her work has gained national and international recognition, including collaborations with the Embassy of the Netherlands, participation in SelectUSA, and representation at Asia Expo 2024 in Russia. She is also an alumna of the Goldman Sachs–supported program at IIM Bangalore and serves as a Board Member at Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Agricultural University.

• Richa Jain Kallra

  A trailblazing media personality who has spent over two decades shaping narratives in Indian television and digital journalism. From her years as a prime-time anchor and editor at NDTV to hosting high-stakes national forums with Presidents, Ministers, and changemakers, she has commanded screens and stages with credibility and poise. She is the author of The ABC of News Anchoring, India’s first book on the craft, and the founder of Achchi Khabar and Wone Social, platforms that champion storytelling with impact and inspiration. Beyond media, she brings strategic insight as a certified Independent Director, serving on corporate boards. Today, she stands before us as a defining voice — inspiring action, shaping perspectives, and leaving a lasting imprint wherever she speaks."

• Sherrin Varghese

  Sherrin Varghese is a performer, creator, and technology-driven storyteller who has consistently evolved with the times. From being part of India’s iconic pop band A Band of Boys to acting across television, film, and theatre, his journey reflects a deep commitment to creative excellence. Today, as the founder of The Circuit, a cutting-edge virtual production studio, Sherrin is redefining how content is created and experienced. By combining performance, technology, and AI-driven workflows, he has transformed his creative skill into scalable systems that empower artists and brands alike. His work stands as a testament to the idea that when skill is continuously reimagined and expanded, it not only grows—it multiplies impact, inspires self-belief, and creates entirely new possibilities.

• Sujeet Sinha

  Sujeet Sinha is a technology leader, Working at Chief Ai officer with Tech company, AI strategist, and author who believes that the future belongs to those who continuously reinvent themselves through skills. With over two decades of experience in banking and financial services, he has been at the forefront of driving digital transformation and building AI-led products that redefine how institutions operate and serve customers. His journey reflects a deep commitment to learning, unlearning, and scaling impact—not just through technology, but through people. From leading large-scale innovations to authoring thought leadership on Generative AI in banking, Champions a simple yet powerful idea: skills are the true currency of growth in an ever-evolving world.