Theme: The Ideas' Uprising

We want our audience to increase their own awareness on addictions and how they can overcome them even when everything feels to be going out of their hands.
Building and advocating for sustainable cities. In the recent fast paced world, expanding cities forget the main goal, accessibility and sustenance. The listener must be able to understand that long hours of traffic can be easily defeated by simple planning, increasing public transport and cutting down on huge roads that waste a lot of space.
In the current age where AI is rapidly progressing and is a constant threat to our jobs, would it ever be capable of replacing doctors as we know and consult?

Auditorium, AIIMS Raipur
AIIMS Raipur
GE Road, Tatibandh
Raipur, Chhattisgarh, 492099
India

Dr. Alok Chandra Agrawal

Orthopedician

Dr. Alok Chandra Agrawal, a leading Professor and HOD of Orthopaedics at AIIMS Raipur. A proud Fellow of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS), he’s a visionary in joint replacements and trauma care. Beyond his expertise, Dr. Agrawal has pioneered a unique patient rehabilitation program, integrating physiotherapy with advanced surgical techniques. He’s also an avid educator, having launched an online series on orthopedic innovations, and has been a keynote speaker at international medical summits. His recent work includes developing a low-cost prosthetic limb design, transforming lives across rural India.

Dr. Deepanjali Sharma

Consultant Pulmonologist

Dr. Deepanjali Sharma, a renowned pulmonologist from IMS-BHU. With a passion for advancing respiratory health, she’s spearheaded community awareness campaigns on air quality’s impact on lung diseases. Dr. Sharma has also conducted international workshops on pulmonary rehabilitation and is a sought-after speaker at global health summits. Beyond her research, she runs a mentorship program for medical students and shares captivating health tips!

Dr. Dhruv Chauhan

National Spokesperson

Dr. Dhruv Chauhan is a medical professional and health activist known for his leadership and advocacy in the Indian medical community. An MBBS graduate from Rama Medical College, he serves as the National Council Coordinator of the Indian Medical Association's Junior Doctors Network (IMA-JDN), where he champions the rights and welfare of junior doctors. He is widely recognized for raising national awareness about irregularities in the NEET examination, calling for transparency and reforms. In addition to his activism, Dr. Chauhan is India’s most followed medical content creator on Twitter, where he shares insights on healthcare, education, and policy. His influence extends beyond medicine, with interests in chess and martial arts.

Dr. Gitanjali Narayanan

Professor

Dr. Gitanjali Narayanan, a dedicated faculty in Clinical Psychology at NIMHANS Bangalore, speaking at TEDx AIIMS Raipur 3.0! With a career devoted to advancing mental health, she's a trailblazer in addiction and personality disorder research. She has developed the first Personality Lab in India called Personality and Emotions Division of Research & Applications (PEDRA) at NIMHANS, through which she actively sensitizes the larger mental health community on addiction, trauma and personality. She has authored over 50 articles, contributed to several books, and received several grants from NIH, Wellcome Trust, ICMR

Dr. Rajesh Jambhulkar

Educational professor

2025Dr. Rajesh Jambhulkar is a faculty of Biochemistry at SVN Government Medical College Maharashtra, India. He holds MBBS, MD, and DNB degrees, and is recognized for his dedication to medical education. Dr. Jambhulkar actively shares his knowledge through his YouTube channel, “Biochemistry by Dr. Rajesh Jambhulkar,” where he provides comprehensive lectures on various biochemical topics. Additionally, Dr. Jambhulkar maintains an active presence on social media platforms like Instagram, where he engages with a broader audience to promote medical awareness and education.

Mr. Sonal Verma

Corporate Lawyer

Mr. Sonal Verma is a corporate lawyer having over 18 years of experience with focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters, as well as Statutory and Regulatory Frameworks. His extensive expertise has seen him execute complex projects in compliance & regulatory domain across 61 jurisdictions, showcasing his unparalleled ability to navigate and influence global legal landscapes. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the legal field, Sonal was honoured in Forbes India's Top 100 Lawyers of 2023.