Theme: Changing Ideas of truth

The theme "Let's Challenge and Redefine What We Know!" is a call to action for individuals and communities to engage in thoughtful questioning, embrace change, and innovate. It fosters a culture of continuous learning and adaptability, essential for both personal and societal growth.

BHIS Kanpur
124 Old Cemetery Lane
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 208004
India

Deeksha Jain

Deeksha Jain, an IAS officer with AIR 22 in UPSC, serves as Chief Development Officer, Kanpur Nagar. With expertise in education, women empowerment, rural development, and water conservation, she has delivered impactful initiatives, including Mission Umang for menstrual hygiene and groundwater rejuvenation in Firozabad. A gold recipient of the National E-Governance Award, Deeksha also resolved critical land issues and conducted peaceful elections during her SDM tenure. Holding Honors and Master’s degrees in English Literature from Miranda House, she is passionate about reading, writing, and art.

Dr. Gaurav Kant Sharma

Director & Founder of India’s first exclusive Musculoskeletal Radiology Institute, Jaipur Institute of Pain & Sports Injuries (JIPSI). Has extensive international and domestic experience in Musculoskeletal and Sports Radiology across major public sector hospitals.

Dr. Jahnavi Singh

Dr. Jahnavi, an 18-year-old global gender equality activist, founded Girl Up Chikka, a UN Foundation-registered club that has directly impacted 50,000+ girls and women and reached millions through media. She is a published author, a three-time United Nations Foundation USA awardee, and has been invited by the Hon’ble President of India. As a CYC SRR Lead, Indian delegate to Ubuntu United Nations, Miss Teen India 2022 (VC), and a Josh Talks speaker, Jahnavi’s work has been featured in 250+ media outlets, cementing her influence as a young change-maker.

Dr. Nitin Gaur

IAS (2016 batch, UP Cadre), currently serving as Vice-Chairman, Hapur-Pilukhwa Development Authority. A Delhi native, he holds an MBBS, MD, MA, and certifications from Harvard and London institutions. Previous roles include Municipal Commissioner, Ghaziabad, and Chief Development Officer, Mathura. Awarded the President’s Trophy at LBSNAA, he is also a certified skydiver and avid sports enthusiast.

Dr. Upasana Mahanta

Dr. Upasana Mahanta is the Dean of Admissions and Outreach at Jindal Global Law School. Renowned for her work in law, gender studies, and capacity building. Advances global initiatives in education and social equity, shaping Jindal’s diverse and inclusive academic community.

MAJOR ROHIT CHAUDHARY

Commissioned into the Indian Army at 20, including a key role in the Kargil War (1999). Since 2021, he has led efforts to create One of India’s Happiest, Remotest Schools near Uttarkashi, transforming education for underprivileged children.

Prachi Raturi

Prachi Raturi Misra is a seasoned journalist with 26 years of experience, author of five books, and Co-Founder of The Mind Diaries, a mental wellness magazine. She has worked with leading media outlets such as Hindustan Times, Times of India, and Mail Today, and has contributed to top publications such as Vogue and Femina. Prachi’s notable books include The India Drive and Uttarakhand Cuisine. She has also ghostwritten for celebrities and executives and was selected by ICIMOD for a climate change research project. She holds a Journalism degree from Delhi University and a Master’s in Yoga.

Praveen Kumar Rajbhar

Founder & CEO SkillingYou Praveen Kumar is a visionary entrepreneur impacting Rural Bharat. Through SkillingYou, he has delivered essential employability and business skills to over 5 lakh students. SkillingYou is recognised among the Top 100 Promising Startups by Google and MeitY.

Rabi Dasgupta

Chairman of Cem Power International and Co-founder of Acumen Global Training, Rabi Dasgupta has over 40 years of experience in the cement, power, and corporate training industries. An IIT Kharagpur Chemical Engineering graduate, he transitioned from a successful corporate career into entrepreneurship, founding two companies in Dubai. An internationally certified trainer, Rabi is a recognised leadership coach and thought leader, passionate about ESG, sustainability, and transformative training. A former IIT Blue awardee for football and skilled percussionist, he is set to release his book Parenting Algorithm in 2025.

Rajkumar Dugar

Rajkumar Dugar, an Electronics Engineer from Bengaluru with 30+ years of IT expertise, shifted focus to civic improvements. Founder of Citizens for Citizens (C4C) and co-founder of Koti Vruksha Sainya, he leads impactful initiatives in traffic, public transport, afforestation, and civic awareness. He has spoken at reputed institutions and received honors like the Rotary Community Service Award (2021) and Indian Icon Award (2022). Rajkumar’s vision is to transform Bengaluru into a model city driven by transparency and sustainability.

Sushil K. Singh

Sushil K. Singh is a visionary technopreneur and philanthropist whose inspiring journey from humble beginnings to millionaire entrepreneur status is truly remarkable. As the Founder and Director of multiple successful business ventures and a non-profit organization, Mr. Singh has significantly impacted technology, fashion, and social work. Additionally, he has explored comedy as a stand-up comedian. His story exemplifies resilience, innovation, and the power of self-directed learning.

Ulka Mahara

A published author of Whispers of the World and an advocate for eco-tourism, she blends a passion for nature with purpose-driven work. As Managing Director of Alternate Atlas Travels and Director of Mountains Own Palette, she champions sustainable farming, livestock care, and philanthropic initiatives. Once an IT professional, her journey took a transformative turn at a living farm, inspiring her to empower village children with skill-based education, support communities, and share stories through writing—all while embracing life with her family of animals and nature.