TEDxNagpur

Speakers

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• Anuja Pandey

  Wellness Expert

  Anuja is a leading Certified Pranic Psychotherapist in Nagpur and a wellness Healing Instructor, with over a decade of experience in holistic wellness and energy sciences. A gold-medalist in Industrial Engineering, she began her career in the corporate world but soon discovered her true calling in healing, a journey that beautifully bridges science, spirituality, and human transformation. Over the years, she has trained more than 1,000 students, worked on 500+ healing cases, and introduced meditation and energy practices across corporate, educational, and government institutions. During the pandemic, she facilitated year-long peace meditations at Mumbai quarantine centers, directly supporting over 1,000 patients with calm, strength, and hope. Passionate about addressing modern-day challenges like stress, anxiety, and burnout. Her work empowers individuals to shift their inner life from chaos to clarity, from imbalance to resilience, and from struggle to lasting change.

• Dhiraj Sharma

  Sustainability Artist

  Over a career spanning more than two decades, Dhiraj Sharma has established himself at the unique crossroads of environment, art, design, and sustainability. His creative journey weaves together diverse disciplines, ranging from visual storytelling and large-scale installations to product design and branding, anchored in his core belief that discarded materials hold the power to be reborn as objects of meaning, beauty, and cultural relevance. A self-taught artist, Dhiraj is a pioneer in the use of industrial scrap, e-waste, and single-use materials as mediums of expression. Through his innovative practice, he has successfully transformed over 1,400 kilograms of discarded materials into distinctive artifacts that blend craftsmanship with consciousness. Each of his creations is not just an artwork but a reminder of the hidden potential within the everyday, inviting viewers to reimagine their relationship with waste and sustainability.

• Dnyanada Deshpande

  Social Impact Strategist

  Over a career spanning three decades, Dnyanada Deshpande has worked at the intersection of social impact, communications, and fundraising. Her professional journey covers diverse sectors, including government, philanthropy, academia, and media. Dnyanada was a gold-medallist in Sociology in BA and MA examinations. She went on to pursue two additional graduate programs in liberal arts at Arizona State University in the USA. Over the last decade, she has been dedicated to the social impact sector. She is a pro-bono advisor on the board of Savitribai Phule Mahila Ekatma Samaj Vichar Manch, ( SPMESM) a leading NGO in Marathwada Beyond her professional roles, she is a published Marathi poet.

• Laxmi Shrikhande

  Infertility Specialist

  Dr. Laxmi Shrikhande is a renowned Gynecologist, Fertility Specialist, and Women’s Health Advocate, honored with the prestigious FRCOG (Hon. Causa). With over 30 years of medical practice and social outreach, she has focused on advancing women’s health and empowering adolescents through education, awareness, and preventive healthcare. She has conducted thousands of sessions in schools and colleges, addressing nutrition, reproductive health, menstrual hygiene, mental wellness, gender equality, and life skills, reaching and impacting thousands of young minds across the country.

• Maj Gen Rajesh Kundra

  Army Veteran

  Maj Gen Rajesh Kundra, AVSM, SM (Retd.), is a decorated Indian Army veteran who has dedicated 38 years of distinguished service in olive green. From commanding at icy frontiers at 18,000 feet to leading men in life-and-death combat scenarios, his journey reflects courage, resilience, and a lifetime of leadership forged on the battlefield. Awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) and the Sena Medal (SM) for his exemplary service, Maj Gen Kundra embodies the spirit of a soldier who now serves as a guide, mentor, and motivator beyond the battlefield. His mission is to help people conquer their own frontlines, be it in careers, education, or life with clarity, resilience, and courage.

• Nirbhay Sancheti

  Mining Specialist

  A third-generation entrepreneur, Nirbhay Sancheti brings over a decade of leadership at SMS Limited, where he has played a key role in transforming a strong legacy into forward-looking ventures. With a sharp focus on innovation and growth, he has expanded the company’s footprint across mining, urban infrastructure, and business development, driving diversification while strengthening its core values. Carrying forward his family’s entrepreneurial vision, Nirbhay combines tradition with modern business strategy, ensuring SMS Limited not only sustains its industry leadership but also pioneers in creating sustainable and future-ready solutions. His journey reflects a commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsible growth—qualities that define his leadership.

• Sumedh Kanade

  Food Enthusiast and Cook

  Sumedh is a food storyteller and started his journey with Curly Tales, India’s largest platform for food and travel recommendations, in 2019, before venturing independently to create Gourmet Musafir Media. His work has earned him recognition across multiple platforms: featured in Femina (January 2021 Men’s Edition), highlighted in Instagram’s #BornOnInstagram (June 2020) and June 2021 newsletters, and invited to India’s First National Creators Awards 2024, presented by the Indian Prime Minister. He is also a multiple-time recipient of the FBAI Indian Food Bloggers Award (2021, 2023, and 2024). A B.Tech Gold Medalist from VNIT Nagpur, Sumedh continues to enhance his academic and professional expertise by pursuing an MBA from IIM Nagpur. Through his creative vision and strategic collaborations, he has positioned himself as one of India’s leading voices in content creation, blending storytelling, travel, lifestyle, and brand engagement into compelling digital experiences.