Past TEDx event

TEDxElliots Beach

UN-VEIL

Took placeAugust 28, 2025
LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
FormatStandard
In a world obsessed with invention, we often miss the extraordinary solutions that already exist around us. UNVEIL is about the transformative journey of Unhide → Un-see → Unveil – discovering sustainable, scalable solutions that were hiding in plain sight. The answers we seek aren't in distant laboratories. They're woven into the fabric of our daily lives, our traditions, and our communities. Join us as we explore how shifting our perspective can unlock solutions that are more sustainable, accessible, and in harmony with both humanity and our planet. Because sometimes, the most revolutionary act is simply learning to unveil what was never really hidden.

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

  • Archana Raghuram

    Specialises in Correlation and philosophy at intersection of science & Spirituality,Forbes 'Good Samaritan' Awardee, "one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business" by Fast Company, Former CEO, United Way Chennai. Former Senior Director, Cognizant technology

    Former CEO, United Way Chennai. Former Senior Director, Cognizant Archana Raghuram runs a You Tube channel called Temples, Books and Science where she shares her knowledge on ancient philosophy, art, architecture, and legends of our ancient temples and books that are at the intersection of science and spirituality. She was the Global head of Cognizant's Volunteering program, which grew to become the world's largest corporate volunteering program, under her leadership. She was awarded the prestigious Forbes India Philanthropy Award in the 'Good Samaritan' category by the Forbes India Magazine. She was honored as "one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business" by a leading US publication, Fast Company.

  • Arun Ram

    Resident Editor , Journalist

    Resident Editor , Veteran Journalist

  • Dr Chandan YS

    Neurosurgeon taking us on an interesting drive through our own brains

    Neurosurgeon

  • Dr Gaurav Raina

    What is Being Pi–shaped: Interesting Insight on Growing Minds and Shaping Nations in an AI World by AI & Machine Learning Expert, Former Chairman -Mobile Payment Forum of India(Body that shaped IMPS &UPI)

    AI & Machine Learning Expert | Former Chairman, Mobile Payment Forum of India (IMPS & UPI) | Chief Scientist, CHAI Lab,Professor, IIT Madras|Ramanujan Fellow- Mathematician

  • Dr Joyce Nirmala

    Research Scientist

    Chief Scientific officer, IIT Madras - she has been researching on Indian spices specific to nanotechnology formulation and their miraculous impact on treatment & cure of aggressive diseases.

  • Dr Madhumala Chattopadhyay

    The Braveheart Dr Madhumala Chattopadhyay in Conversation With Behavioural Researcher Vidya Ragu — Dr Madhumala is the first woman to establish peaceful contact with the world’s oldest indigenous tribes and the most isolated island on earth

    Anthropologist Dr Madhumala Chattopadhyay in Conversation With Behavioural Researcher Vidya Ragu

  • Tharun Sekar

    Founder of uru Instruments., Architect, Musician

    The Artist who brought Back 2500-Year-Old lost music Instrument

  • Yogita Uchil

    Soul on a plate

    Yogita Uchil is a food evangelist and curator reviving India’s regional and micro cuisines. She creates immersive culinary experiences that preserve forgotten recipes and celebrate pure, local ingredients.

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