Theme: Waves of Change

A wave is a symbol for the transfer of energy. In the same sense, the aim of our event is to provide a platform for speakers to transfer their energy and experience, and consequently leave an everlasting impact on the listeners to inspire Change.

Amity University
Sector 125
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, 201313
India

Aakash Sinha

Roboticist

Mr. Aakash Sinha is an innovator-entrepreneur. Recognized by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) as a top innovator under 35, he is changing the face of robotics in India with his brainchild: Omnipresent Robot Technologies. The company has partnered with ISRO as well as the Indian Armed Forces, while its founder has drawn accolades from across the world. A world where robots can give one company, serve water and guard skies can soon be possible, thanks to Omnipresent.

Aditya Balani

Musician and Director, Global Music Institute

Mr. Aditya Balani, a multifaceted musician wears many hats as a composer, guitarist, singer-songwriter, music producer and educator. His work has been featured on BBC Asia Beats, MTV Coke Studio, Pepsi MTV Indies, BBC Radio, TehelkaTV and NDTV to name a few. His EP Constants and Variables, won him Best Pop Artist at the Radio City Freedom Awards ’15 and has been listed among the Top 10 EP’s of 2015 by Rolling Stone India. He is the Co-Founder and Director at Global Music Institute.

Ayesha Aziz

Aviator

With receiving the student pilot license at the age of 16, India's youngest student pilot, Ms. Ayesha Aziz, is unlike any other 21 year old student. It is her dream to become the first Indian woman to fly a MIG-29 fighter jet at Russia’s Sokul airbase in the coming future. This is not it; she has also visited NASA for astronaut training and met her inspirations, Sunita Williams and Jon A McBride. With over 200 flying hours to her credit, she is certainly the epitome of will power, hardwork and determination.

Jagdish Chaturvedi

Medical Innovation + Comedy + Author

Dr. Jagdish Chaturvedi dons many hats; an ENT Surgeon, serial medical device innovator, author, and stand-up comedian. Since 2010, he has co-invented and developed 18 affordable medical devices addressing the unmet needs in the Indian healthcare system, including an invention called EMR, which is considered to be one of the top 30 technological innovations in India. He is currently Director, Clinical Innovations and Partnerships at Innaccel Technologies, and recognized as one of the 35 top Innovators under the age of 35 by the MIT Technology Review 2016.

Jhankar Gadkari

Trainer/Assessor In Emotional Intelligence

Mr. Jhankar Gadkari brings to the table a heady mix of almost all areas of the corporate nuances and Emotional Intelligence (EI). His venture, METAHUMIN Consultancy, has its core in Emotional Quotient (EQ) and is aimed at transforming human capital using Emotional Intelligence. He is a passionate facilitator and an equally ardent corporate trainer, in addition to being a certified Coach and Profiler for Emotional Quotient, by the exponents of EQ, Six Seconds Inc., CA USA.

Meera Shankar

Retired Career Diplomat

Mrs. Meera Shankar is a woman who has made her mark in the Indian Foreign Service (IFS). She became only the second woman to serve as India’s ambassador to the United States. Having joined the IFS in 1973, she gradually rose up in rank, and by 1985, was serving as a director in the Prime Minister’s office. In 1995, she was at the helm of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations in the Indian capital, overseeing the nation’s cultural diplomacy.

Nidhi Goyal

Activist and Comedian: Disability Rights and Gender Justice

Ms. Nidhi Goyal is India's first female disabled stand-up comedian. But this is just another tool she uses to further her activism on disability rights and gender justice. Diagnosed at the age of 15 with a degenerative eye disorder, she has never let this become an obstacle on her road to success. She works at the national and international levels for rights of girls and women with disabilities. Through activism and humour, she challenges stereotypes, asks difficult questions, speaks out on things that society rather hush, and fearlessly leads to bring a change!

Parshwanath Upadhye

Indian Classical Dancer

A versatile Indian classical dancer, 'Natya Mayura' awardee Mr. Parshwanath Upadhye has carved out a niche for himself today as one of the most sought-after male dancers in the country. He is the winner of eight national awards, and an empanelled artist of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations. Donning the mantle of teacher, he established the 'Upadhye School of Dance' in 2010, and also heads 'Punyah Dance Company', a Bangalore-based dynamic dance company.

Rohit Kumar

Speed Artist

Mr. Rohit Kumar is a speed artist with arms that move at the speed of light as he pours his creativity onto the canvas. Having performed in India's Got Talent, MTV Colours of Youth, Hindustan Ka Big Star, and alongside celebrities like the biggest names of Bollywood, he always impresses with his skills in acrylics, charcoals, water colours and mix media. His imagination and pure skill have made him one of the most unique artists in the country.

Sachin Bahmba

Astronomy and Space Science Education

Mr. Sachin Bahmba is the founder of SPACE (Science Popularization Association of Communicators and Educators). He is an Indian-born entrepreneur and philanthropist who has been a pioneer in introducing and revolutionizing the concept of spreading Astronomy and Space Science education on various platforms within India and across the world. He is president of India Chapter of Space Tourism Society, USA. Each year, SPACE helps to incline over 20,000 students towards astronomy through its programmes.

Ujjawal Dubey

Fashion Designer

Mr. Ujjawal Dubey, a graduate of NIFT, Kolkata, is the founder and designer of Antar-Agni. From being listed in the Forbes India 30 Under 30, to being featured in Grazia India’s list of 100 Most Influential as well as GQ India’s 50 Most Influential Young Indians, his label is becoming a favorite among the fashion forward in India and internationally. The designer believes that fabric has its own character waiting to be explored, and his innovative menswear line is reminiscent of the same.

Yashmeen Chauhan

Bodybuilder

Ms. Yashmeen Chauhan is known as ‘India’s Iron Woman’. She is a double Gold-medallist of the International Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation Miss India. To add to that, she was the only Indian woman to win a medal at the Miss Asia Bodybuilding Championship 2016. From winning gold at the national level to being featured in the top female global athletes, she is one of India’s best Bodybuilders and an inspiration for all.