Join us at TEDxYouth@CIRS, where young visionaries share groundbreaking ideas that inspire change.
Together, we can spread ideas worth sharing and ignite a movement of innovation.
WHERE IDEAS INTERSECT
In the spirit of spreading powerful ideas, TED created
the TEDx program—an initiative that empowers independently organized events to deliver the essence of a TED experience. Our event, TEDxYouth@CIRS, is one such platform where x = independently organized TED event.
It’s more than an event—it’s a movement to ignite young minds and reimagine the future, one idea at a time.
Our Theme
This year, TEDxCIRS stands at that very intersection. A space where science meets emotion, logic meets imagination, and individuals come together to create something far greater.
This is X-VERGENCE - A platform where converging ideas shape the future.
Ganesh Eswaran
Organiser
Dhivya V M
Co - Organiser
Arun P M
Production Head
Koganthi Suvarna
Marketing Lead
OUR TEAM
OUR TEAM
Core Team
Behold the Core Team in all its glory. Krrish Haran, the logistics captain. Nukala Rama Kaushik Rishi, the leader of the Tech Team. Manya Mehrotra, the Head of the Speaker Hunter Team — but we like to call her “The Scout Boss.” Pranavi Adavani, the official manager of the Art Team.
Tech Team
Meet Rishi Chothan (whose designs speak louder than words), Nukala Rama Kaushik Rishi (he organises his team
like his wires — perfectly in place), Keshav Bangur (The event interviewer), Dhriti Savani (her reels set the vibe), and the website whizzes Kavin Rajesh and Aakarsh Dokania (the duo turning the actual event into a scrollable experience).
Art Team
Meet Vaidehi Murarka (the feisty one, just like her brushstrokes), Yuvan Adithya (he has cutting-edge skills that bring perfection), Pranavi Adavani (the mastermind and queen of instructions),
Mridul Motwani (always buzzing with fresh ideas and designs), and finally, Malini Khemlani (she may be short, but her artistic skills pack a powerful punch).
Logistics
Meet Rithish Balaji (he oversees recruitment and
team coordination — literally), Krrish Haran (the team’s unofficial crisis manager), Adithyan Diwakar Vidya (the dependable force), Prapti Lunawat (does permissions and bookings flawlessly), Shruti Misra (handles speaker needs like a pro), and Neeraj Suresh (the emotional support system who keeps the entire team sane).
Speaker Hunters
Meet Rayan Sindol (His goofiness might just upstage the speaker), Rampraneel Reddy (Music and speaker scout), Sia Rajiv (A nonstop idea machine), Samarth Poddar (His charm seals the deal), Manya Mehrotra (the best of the best, who handles every detail with finesse). Shreyansh Kothari (the strategist keeping the team one step ahead), and finally Yashwarrdhan Kejriwal (His confidence connects with speakers).
SPEAKER SHOWCASE
Meet our inspiring speakers and their transformative ideas.
SPEAKER SHOWCASE
Meet our inspiring speakers and their transformative ideas.
Dr Guru Smt Kanaka Sudhakar
Dr. Guru Smt. Kanaka Sudhakar is a senior Bharatanatyam artiste and director of Nrityabharati. She has developed around 155 semi-classical pieces. A dedicated researcher, Dr. Kanaka Sudhakar has explored the therapeutic values of Indian classical dance on the mind and body. She has received the national Guru Dronacharya award from the Government of India.
Vivish George
Vivish George is an entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in financial services and real estate. He founded a successful debt management company, specializing in loan and debt restructuring and repayment facilitation for clients and banks. He is also a professional photographer specializing in portrait and street photography, and co-founder of M'Jane Studio, a creative space for photographers in Chennai.
Dhandu Surya Sumanth
Dhandu Surya Sumanth, with 21 years of multi-industry experience, leads the ₹700+ crore Government Business Unit at Kshema General Insurance. A founding member and board director in fintech and insurance firms, including OMDC, he has driven innovation and disruption in India’s largest insurance scheme, setting industry benchmarks and overseeing 600+ professionals nationwide.
Yogesh Shinde
Yogesh Shinde, the founder of Bamboo India, has made a significant impact in sustainability and social entrepreneurship. His company has replaced over 16.5 lakh kg of plastic waste with eco-friendly bamboo products. Bamboo India exports to seven countries and offers innovative products like bamboo toothbrushes, earbuds, and combs. He envisions replacing at least one billion plastic products with bamboo alternatives by 2030.
Subodh Kerkar
Subodh Kerkar is a qualified medical professional who gave up medicine to pursue arts in 1990. He is the founding director of Museum Of Goa (MOG), which is one of the largest privately-owned contemporary art spaces in India. His art practice includes installations, sculptures, multimedia works, performances, paintings and drawings. His works are heavily washed by the ocean and are commentaries on social, political and religious issues.
SPEAKER SHOWCASE
Meet our inspiring speakers and their transformative ideas.
Contact
123-456-7890
Schedule
Event Introduction
09:30 AM
Welcoming Speakers
09:40 AM
Talk by: Mr. Yogesh Shinde
09:45 AM
Talk by: Mr. Subodh Kerkar
10:05 AM
Presentation: Shadow Puppet Show
10:25 AM
Talk by: Dr. Guru Kanaka Sudhakar
10:35 AM
Ad Break
10:55 AM
CIRS Band Performance
11:20 AM
Talk by: Dhandu Surya Sumanth
11:30 AM
Talk by: Mr. Vivish George
11:50AM
Dance Performance
12:10AM
Vote Of Thanks
12:15 PM
Location
Chinmaya International Residential School
Nallur Vayal Post,
Siruvani Main Rd,
Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu