Theme: Begin with Y

TEDxVijayNagar: "Begin with Y" emphasizes the importance of seeking understanding and information before taking action. This approach encourages individuals to be curious and reflective, and to consider multiple perspectives before making decisions. By asking questions, we can gain insights, identify gaps in our knowledge, and uncover potential problems or opportunities that might not be immediately obvious. This can ultimately lead to more informed and effective action, as well as more successful outcomes.

In addition to being a valuable tool for gaining knowledge and insights, asking questions can also help build relationships and foster collaboration. By showing a genuine interest in others and their ideas, we can create a sense of trust and mutual understanding. This can facilitate open and honest communication, and enable us to work together more effectively towards shared goals. Whether we are trying to learn more about a subject, solve a problem, or simply get to know someone better, starting by asking questions can be a powerful way to move forward.

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Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 452001
India

Anirudh Malpani

Lawyer

Born and raised in Indore, Anirudh returned to the city after graduating from the reputed National Law University to balance his legal practice along with pro-bono social work. He works closely with local NGOs and CSOs, with a proclivity towards legal education, awareness and aggressive myth busting with counter-narratives.

Aparna Nayyar

Psychologist

A clinical psychologist and social sector consultant, Aparna works in the intersection between individual development and community development, closely in conjunction with UNESCO, UN Women, WICCI, Embassy of the Republic of Cuba in India, and heads of state from Slovenia and Ecuador.

Atul Bharat

Entrepreneurship Educator

Atul is the embodiment of resilience and fiery spirit. From defeating cancer to coaching ground-breaking startups, he is leading change from-the-front globally. Atul is an IVLP (US) Alumni, and has collaborated with Cambridge, NESA (Morocco) and is the founder of Indore Entrepreneur’s Network.

Rajesh Awasthi

Principal, Choithram School

A passionate educationist, Rajesh has been conferred with several awards at the national and international level, prominent among them being ‘The Administrator’s Award’ by Mumbai Professional Education Forum and ‘Innovative Teacher Award’ by Ministry of Human Resource & Development. His school is the first school in the country with a department of Intercultural Learning, winning global awards from the British Council and Teach a Man to Fish. He was the guest at the Forum on Intercultural Learning and Exchange (FILE) VI in (Italy, 2015), AFS Asia Pacific International Global Citizenship Education Forum (New Delhi, 2017) and AFS Global Conference (Budapest, 2018). He is regularly invited by various institutions including CBSE as a resource person. At the social front, Mr. Awasthi is very active and is a member of the Rotary Club. He runs a project of Artificial Limb Distribution in which 2400 patients have benefited. He is engaged in setting up Libraries for children in rural areas.

Rohit Gadia

Entrepreneur-CXO

Someone who knows how to build successful businesses from INR 400, Rohit is a serial and radical entrepreneur with an eye for mentoring young startups. Rohit is the Co-founder of OneHash, and the Founder and CEO of CapitalVia Global, and a mentor to hundreds of young entrepreneurs locally and globally.

Sunita Rajwar

Actor

An incredibly versatile theatre and film actor, Sunita has become a household name in India and beyond. Be it Kranti Devi in Panchayat or Bittu ki Mummy in Gullak, her range of artistic expression is both rare and umatched.

Viny Agrawal

Radio Jockey

Viny is an abundantly talented and creative individual, with a knack for inspiring people. She has been recognized Internationally for her contribution to the radio-entertainment industry. She currently hosts Salaam Indore On 94.3 MY FM. Viny is the only Indian RJ to be awarded “Radio Personality of the Year” at AIB Awards in London.