Theme: Chronicles

Chronicles – Stories of Life from Different Generations

This theme captures the essence of wisdom, struggles, and triumphs passed down through time. It highlights personal journeys, historical legacies, and evolving perspectives that shape our world. By sharing experiences across generations, we bridge the past, present, and future—learning from history, celebrating progress, and inspiring change.

It’s about the power of storytelling—where voices from different eras come together to create a timeless narrative of growth, resilience, and transformation.

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108, Thimmaiah Road, Opp.UNI Building, Vasanthnagar
Bangalore, Karnataka, 560052
India

Akash Raj

Tech Lead

Akash Raj is a multifaceted professional based in Bengaluru, India. He serves as a Lead Product Owner at Aptean, focusing on product strategy and execution. Beyond his corporate role. Notably, he runs the YouTube channel "Military Mantra," which has garnered over 200,000 subscribers and serves as an educational resource for defense aspirants. In addition to his professional and content creation endeavors, Akash is deeply involved in community service. Through Aptean's CSR initiative, ACARE, he has participated in various activities, including school visits, environmental campaigns, and blood donation drives

Ameen e Mudassar

Career counsellor

Ameen-e-Mudassar is the Founder & CEO of CIGMA, an Engineering graduate from PESIT Bangalore. After working with MphasiS India, he co-founded TransiT mPower Labs Pvt Ltd now mPower Global) in 2005. In 2007, he earned a Certification in Guidance & Counselling fron Christ University and founded CIGMA to provide career guidance and counselling. A trusted career counsellor, social entrepreneur, memory trainer, and motivational speaker, he has appeared as a career expert on Kannada TV channels and has written 50+ articles for leading newspapers. He has been a panellist for Deccan Herald and DNA and is a member of IAEVG, Canada. As the Chief Organizer of South India's NGOs Conference and Career Guidance & Scholarship Awareness Campaigns (CGSAP), he has impacted thousands of students across India.

Arfa Zainab

Student | Aspiring Doctor | Education Reformer

At just 19, Arfa Zainab is bold, emotional, and wise beyond her years. A future doctor with a writer’s soul, she’s challenging an education system that teaches how to ace exams—but not life. She’s advocating for creativity, curiosity & real-world skills over rote learning. With raw emotion and quiet rebellion, Arfa speaks for a generation that’s educated, yet unheard. This is more than a talk—it's a call to reimagine education.

Dr Safiya MS

Psychatrist

Dr. Safiya MS is a dynamic force in the field of psychiatry, blending over 14 years of clinical experience with a deep-rooted passion for mental wellness. With degrees in both Psychiatry and Psychology, and an MBBS and DPM from Father Muller Medical College, she brings a holistic approach to care. As Medical Director of Mind and Brain Hospital, she leads with empathy, ensuring every patient receives personalized, top-quality support. A recipient of the B.C. Roy Young Achiever Award, Dr. Safiya is also a proud member of the Indian Medical Association and Indian Psychiatry Society. Whether she's mentoring young professionals, speaking at national forums, or designing inclusive mental health initiatives, Dr. Safiya brings energy, empathy, and expertise to every space she enters.

Dr. Abdul Salam Mohammed

CEO Markaz Knowledge City

Dr Abdul Salam Mohammed - A visionary redefining how cities and villages grow together. From building India’s award-winning Green Smart City to launching a Village Empowerment Program reaching 25,000 families, his work fuses technology, equity, and sustainability to uplift every citizen. With a PhD in Geo-Information and decades of global impact—from Qatar’s national planning to speaking at the UN Geneva—Dr. Salam is building ecosystems where progress means no one is left behind.

Dr. Syed Kazim

Director and Author

Dr. Syed Kazim Director of Falcon Group of Institutions, accomplished author, motivational speaker, international trainer, psychometric analyst, and career counselor. Holds a patent for designing a Data Analytics Device for Analyzing Economic Trends. Earned an MBA and a Ph.D. in Management

Iman Karam

Student & Explorer

Iman Karam, passionate storyteller, and curious explorer of cultures, Iman Karam is a fresh voice ready to inspire! At just 14, Iman is already making waves with her love for languages, sports, and creative expression. Through her talk, she challenges us to rethink our approach to life, inviting us to embrace humor, confidence, and the unexpected. Join us as Iman shares her bold perspective, promising to leave us feeling uplifted, energized, and maybe even a little more playful!

Suha Zohara

Student

Suha Zohara believes that in today’s world, the overwhelming number of choices we face every day is not a gift, but a burden. We’re told that more options lead to more freedom, but in reality, it’s often paralyzing. From career decisions to personal choices, the pressure to make the ‘perfect’ choice can be suffocating. In this talk, Suha Zohara will dive into how the constant availability of endless possibilities is breaking us down, causing stress, indecision, and regret. Through her exploration, she’ll discuss how we can reclaim control over our decision-making, embrace imperfection, and ultimately live with more clarity, peace, and intention.

Syed Zayan

Student

Syed Zayan, a curious and driven Grade 10 student from Mountcrest Academy! By day, he's a basketball star and cricket enthusiast. By night, he's exploring the endless possibilities of Artificial Intelligence. Inspired by sci-fi movies, Zayan's passion for AI knows no bounds. Join him at TEDxMountcrest as he shares his fresh perspective on innovation and curiosity. Dream big, think beyond limits!

Syeda Alaina Saleem

Student & Author

Where curiosity meets conviction. A 12th-grade scientist with a cardiologist's heart, an IAS officer's spirit, and a poet's soul. Seeking meaning, sparking change, and weaving words that comfort and inspire. Unconventional thinker, passionate explorer, and storyteller at heart. Fueled by travel, culture, and conversations that ignite new perspectives. Lifelong learner, driven by empathy and a quest for knowledge. Bold, yet humble; outspoken, yet thoughtful. Asks questions that challenge the status quo, seeks patterns in chaos, and imagines solutions beyond limits. Words are her bridge to connect, truth is her guiding light, and growth is her constant companion.