Theme: Youthquake: The Unstoppable Youth

We want our listener to comprehend the immense power of the changemakers (youth), the way they try to take everything forward and their capacity to bring a revolutionary change. The whole community revolves around youth and we strongly believe that they have a knack to explore, experiment and learn, so that their energy can tapped and channelized.

Kundan Vidya Mandir
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Ludhiana, Punjab, 141001
India

Aditya Maheswaran

Management Consultant | Public Speaker | Philanthropist

Aditya Maheswaran is a management consultant based in London. He focuses on developing new solution areas and generating business opportunities. Aditya achieved the World #2 position at the World Championship of Public Speaking in 2015 in Las Vegas. He is a two-time TEDx speaker (2011 in India and 2018 in Qatar) and earned the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation in 2010. Having addressed audiences in over 30 countries as a keynote speaker or lead facilitator, Aditya received the 'Young Achiever Award' in 2011 from Rotary for his significant contributions to society.

Brigadier Sanjay Agarwal, Sena Medal & Bar (Retd)

Security Advisor at the Ministry of Home Affairs

He has been the Security Advisor at the Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt of India; Advisor, National Highway Authority of India (NHAI); Advisor to the Govt of Seychelles and President of the Services Selection Board in the Govt of India. He headed the assessment centre, assessed over 2,500 candidates and personally interviewed over fourteen hundred candidates, one-on-one. The President of India has awarded him twice for gallantry. For the AICTE ATAL 5-day FDP on 'Lean Thinking in Management Education', he was the opening day speaker for 3.5 hours. He has been invited to Turkey to speak at the annual flagship conference of NATO. Repeatedly invited to analyse issues by numerous TV channels including Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Indian Parliament) TV, DD Urdu, Aaj Tak, Republic TV(English and Hindi), WION, CNN News 18, CNBC Awaz, India TV, TV9, NDTV, News 24, News 9, News Nation.

Chef Rohit Sangwan

Pastry Chef

Chef Rohit Sangwan is a pastry wizard, perhaps the most well-read pastry chef in the country. He is acquainted with every global trend and has mastered every single recipe. It is an added advantage that he is also brilliant with his hands. Even a simple vanilla ice cream becomes a classic dessert in his hands. His soufflés are so light that you may wonder if they will float away from the table. His cakes are unparalleled. Currently serving as the Executive Sous Chef at The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, this culinary genius is especially partial to all things sweet and buttery. With over 16 years of experience in Banquets, Bakery, and Patisserie, Chef Rohit has undergone training in Paris, Malaysia, and most recently with Alan Ducasse. Voted as the best Chef of the Year by the EazyDiner Awards in 2017, Chef Rohit is unquestionably everyone's favorite chef!

Gauravdeep Singh

Social Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, Humanitarian Worker, and Poet

Gauravdeep Singh is a renowned social entrepreneur, motivational speaker, humanitarian worker, and poet who has been working in the field of youth empowerment and leadership for the last 10 years. He was awarded the Rashtriya Gaurav Puruskar in 2018, the National Youth Award, and the Noble Asian of the Year in the same year. In 2019, he received the Sikh Youth Icon Award. Gauravdeep Singh is also an Indian Record Holder for organizing the biggest gathering of youth voters with EPIC.

Inayat Verma

Student Prodigy and a Bollywood Actor

Inayat, a student and Bollywood actor, has been working in the film industry since the age of four. She initiated her acting career with Anurag Basu’s thriller, 'Ludo,' and has participated in numerous reality shows, ranging from 'India’s Best Dramebaaz' to 'Kitchen Champion.' In addition to her acting career, she has interviewed cricketing legends such as Virat Kohli and Virender Sehwag. Inayat has also been featured in various television commercials, representing brands from Disney to Eveready Ultima. She proudly serves as the Face of Sartaj Sweets and Cookie Craft.

Kapil Gupta

A philanthropist, An academician

Mr. Kapil Gupta, a philanthropist, an academician, an engineering maestro, has showcased his leadership and expertise in various roles. His skills in team management and business strategy have been pivotal in his professional journey, making him not just an MD, but a visionary. Additionally, his extensive experience of over 10 years in an educational institution, where he served as a Manager, Founding Board Member, an illustrious Alumnus, and an active member of Alumni Association, reflects his commitment to education. With 5 years at BNI Guardians Ludhiana as a Members and Director Consultant, he contributed significantly to the organization. His keen sense of observation, a compass guiding him through intricate challenges, further enriches Mr. Kapil Gupta's tapestry of management. Picture him at TEDx, unraveling the threads of leadership and strategic prowess.

Mannat Bhargava

Student Prodigy

Mannat, a writer, composer and a poet at 14 has a versatile personality. Mannat's project "Raksha Clip" was selected as Top 60 projects in India at 10th National Level Exhibition and Project Competition(2023). Her project "AI integrated memory support device for dementia" was adjudged as National Top 50 innovative AI based project. She won 1st prize in National solo singing competition. The song was written, composed and sung by her.

Nandisha Jindal

Student Prodigy

Nandisha, an avid reader, prolific writer and blogger is an all-rounder. She is a computer wizard who has completed ethical hacking programme certified by IIT Jodhpur at a young age of 15. A formidable debater, Nandisha has won accolades in various inter school competitions. She won Special Mention in Journalism in one of the biggest MUN conferences in North India organised by SHCS. Apart from her deep love for sciences, Nandisha is also a talented pianist and a yoga enthusiast.

Prof. Dr. Vikas Jindal

Professor and and HOD Periodontology and Oral Implantology

Dr. Jindal, Director, Professor, and H.O.D of the Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, has been honored with the Rajiv Gandhi Education Excellence Award and the Glory of Education Excellence Award in 2015. He served as the Ex-President of the Indian Dental Association in Ludhiana, Ex-Vice-President of the Punjab Dental Council in Chandigarh, and was an Ex-Member of the Dental Council of India in New Delhi for 11 years.

Syed Sultan Ahmed

Founder at LXL Ideas

Syed Sultan Ahmed, the Founder of LXL Ideas, has redefined education through engaging experiences. He is the creator of School Cinema, an innovative film-pedagogy-based life skills program. Sultan serves as the Festival Director of the International Kids Film Festival and is also the Founder of Krayon Events, revolutionizing how brands create value for students. In addition, he is the Editor and Publisher of Mentor Magazine, guiding K12 leadership development. With seven-time wins at the President of India's National Film Awards, Sultan is recognized as a pioneer of 'Film-Pedagogy' through School Cinema, a transformative life-skills learning program.