Theme: Lessons Beyond Syllabus

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

Podar International School and Jr. College, Sangli, Maharashtra
VJ52+M69 Laxmi Mandir Stop, Midc Kupwad Rd, behind Boston Gym
Tuljainagar, Sangli, Sangli Miraj Kupwad, Maharashtra 416415
Sangli, Maharashtra, 416415
India

Pramod Chaougule

Architect and Founder of Abhimaya Foundation

● PRAMOD B. CHAUGULE, BORN 11 MARCH 1962, INDIAN ● B.ARCH, MBA (HR), M.SC. GREEN BUILDING (US) ● OFFICES IN PUNE, SANGLI, AND THANE ● CHAIRMAN, IIA SANGLI; TRUSTEE, ENGINEERS & ARCHITECTS ASSOCIATION ● VISITING LECTURER SINCE 1995; NASA & VISTAR INITIATOR ● VP, RED SWASTIK SOCIETY; MEMBER, ENV. COMMITTEE & CII ● PRESIDENT, ABHALMAYA FOUNDATION; CHAIRMAN OF SCHOOLS AND NGOS ● ROTARY PRESIDENT & ASSISTANT GOVERNOR, DISTRICT 3170 ● WINNER OF 50+ AWARDS INCL. AICA GOLD, SANGLI BHUSHAN, GRIHA 4-STAR ● DESIGNED INDIA’S 1ST GOVT. GREEN CAMPUS (TURCHI) ● WRITTEN 500+ ARTICLES; ATTENDED 1000+ SEMINARS GLOBALLY ● DONATED BLOOD 91+ TIMES; WALKED 210 KM FOR PEACE

Pranil Gilda

Assistant Commisioner of Police

Mr. Pranil Gilda is a renowned policeman (Assistant Commisioner of Police) in Maharashtra. His qualifications include  BE (E&TC) - Govt. Engineering college, Chh. Sambhajinagar  MA Public administration (specialisation in police administration) and Diploma in cyber forensics. Mr. Pranil Gilda's Work Experience includes: • System engineer at Tata consultancy services limited , Pune (2 years) Probationary DySP at Kolhapur (march 2020- feb2021). • Subdivisional Police Officer at Gadchiroli (march 2021 - may 2023)  Subdivisional police officer at Miraj ( from may 2023). • Guest faculty at Dnyandeep academy , Pune and Dnyanprabodhini , Pune ( Subject —CSAT , Polity , interview seminars). Mr. Pranil Gilda has earned multiple awards including: • MPF’s best young administrator 2022. • Director general of police insignia 2023 ( community policing in gadchiroli ). • Special service medal 2024 from Maharashtra state government (for serving in naxal affected region - gadchiroli).

Pratiksha Pai

Chartered Accountant, founder of The Fintelligent Investor

🔘 CA PRATIKSHA PAI – Chartered Accountant | Finance Content Creator | Educator 🔘 Finance Content Creator: The Fintelligent Investor – active on Instagram, YouTube, Threads, Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp, Stocktwits, LinkedIn 🔘 Educative Content Creator: Gyanathon Learning Solutions 🔘 Awardee: India's Most Promising Influencer, Fempreneur Award 2024 at the Bombay Stock Exchange 🔘 Partner: S S Nayak & Associates, Chartered Accountants – Bangalore & Mangalore 🔘 CEO & Founder: Rupai Fintelligent Educational Services Pvt Ltd, Bangalore 🔘 Advisor & Consultant: Personal Finance Management 🔘 Convenor: Media and PR Committee, Karnataka State Chartered Accountants Association (KSCAA)

Sarita Jadav

National Program Officer at UNESCO, SOUTH ASIA

Ms. Sarita Jadav is a visionary leader and serves as the National Programme Officer at UNESCO South Asia. ● She has over 27 years of experience dedicated to education for health and well-being. ● Cognized as a passionate TEDx speaker and a true changemaker. ● She leads groundbreaking initiatives that focus on: Inclusive education Gender-sensitive approaches Life skills–based health education across the South Asia region. ● Combines empathy and expertise in her work. ● Her academic background includes being a social worker and lawyer, trained at Utkal University. ● Through her journey, she continues to empower communities and inspire change.

Smita Mahajan

Distinguished Bharatnatyam Performer and Educator

● Ms. Smita Mahajan is a Bharatanatyam performer and educator with over 30 years of experience. ● She holds a B.A. in Mathematics, an M.A. in Dance, and the Sangeet Visharad qualification. ● She has taught at Lalit Kala Kendra and Bharati Vidyapeeth. ● She served as an impaneled guru at Pune University. ● She is a published composer of works like Sharadache Chaandane and Margam Unmesh. ● She has choreographed acclaimed pieces such as Shakuntal and Rukmini. ● She currently runs an institute named Artitude, focused on nurturing talent and preserving Bharatanatyam traditions.

Varad Maske

Alumni of Podar International School Sangli, PhD Scholar at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA

MR. Varad Maske is a Podar International School alumnus & B.Tech Polymer Engineering student at ICT Mumbai. 🔘 A research-driven innovator with expertise in material science, rheology, and computational modeling. 🔘 Published in top journals like Progress in Organic Coatings and Polymer Bulletin. 🔘 Developed BRAMPY, a Python tool for modeling biopolymers. 🔘 Works on hydrogels, conjugated polymers, and superabsorbent composites. 🔘 Winner of The Dr. Tobias Rosenthal Best Student Award. 🔘 Known for blending scientific curiosity with real-world impact.