The Art of New Beginnings
“Upakrama,” meaning “initiation” or “beginning” in Sanskrit, celebrates the transformative power of new starts, be it groundbreaking ideas, fresh perspectives, or life-changing journeys. This theme invites speakers to explore the power of new beginnings. It invites stories of resilience and action, showcasing how individuals and communities redefine the future through innovation and growth.
About Ted and Tedx
TED is a global platform devoted to sharing powerful ideas through short, impactful talks. Covering a wide range of topics—from technology and science to art and culture—TED aims to spark curiosity, inspire change, and foster learning. Renowned speakers, innovators, and thought leaders share insights that challenge and inspire audiences worldwide.
TEDx, an independently organized extension of TED, brings this spirit to local communities. These volunteer-led events showcase local voices and ideas while adhering to TED’s high standards. Together, TED and TEDx fuel a global movement for knowledge-sharing and innovation.
Event Details
Address Of Venue
Ramachandran International Institute of Management
Mantri Alpine Building
Above Crystal Honda Showroom, Bavdhan
Pune, Maharashtra, 411021 India
Event Date And Time
Pankaj Jha
Actor by profession, Painter by passion, Poet by default, and Photographer by choice
Rtn Dr. Prabodh Chand Jain
Rotarian & Social Worker
Shelly Sinha
Passionate Entrepreneur and Storyteller
Pallavi Murdeshwar
Artist & Trainer
Aamir Sajid
Passionate Filmmaker and Digital Content Creator
Anjali Byce
Group Chief Human Resources Officer at STL-Sterlite Technologies
Shishir Joshipura
CEO and Managing Director of Praj Industries
Manjiri Latey
A Passionate and Trained 'Telepathic Animal communicator
Ajinkya Firodia
Vice Chairman and MD of Kinetic Engineering Ltd.
Our Organiser & Co-Organiser
Dr. Manisha Saxena
An accomplished academician and avid long-distance runner, specializing in HR. With over 24 years of experience in management education and research, she has been affiliated with premier institutes across Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, and Pune. She emphasizes continuous learning and value creation in the workplace and has been recognized as an Accredited Management Teacher in Behavioral Science.
Vivek Singh
A passionate storyteller with a background in Journalism & Mass Communication and a PGDM in Marketing. Currently leading as the College Head and Head of the Student Council, he thrives on leadership and teamwork. His love for music spans all genres, with a special fondness for Bollywood retro classics. Exploring new places, meeting people, diving into diverse cultures, and savoring local food and music fuels his curiosity. A dreamer at heart, he enjoys escaping into the world of fictional and fantasy books in his leisure time and is Always curious and ready to embrace new adventures!
Our Advisors
Prof. Suraj Sharma
Dr. Ajit Sane
Hon. Rajender Singh
Ms. Sonia Sharma
Swastika Sen
Production Team Lead
Arun Kanojia
Legal Compliance Lead
Aditya Jaiswal
Logistics Team Lead
Swarndeep Paik
Videography/Photography Team Lead
Shilpi
Cultural Team Lead
Ekta Parite
Hospitality Team Lead
