Past TEDx event
TEDxPunjab University
CARPE DIEM: Sieze The Day
Speakers
Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.
Dr. Bushra Nisar Khan
Dr. Bushra Nisar Khan is an academic and researcher in zoology, known for her work in biodiversity and ecological documentation. Her recent research documenting bird species at Punjab University reflects a commitment to environmental conservation and to using academic work to raise awareness of local ecosystems and natural heritage.
Dr. Nousheen Zaidi
Dr. Nousheen Zaidi is a researcher working at the intersection of environmental health and public impact. Through initiatives like community-driven water quality research in Lahore, she focuses on turning scientific findings into actionable awareness, highlighting how research can directly address pressing environmental and societal challenges.
Hamera Aisha
Hamera Aisha is a wildlife conservationist working with WWF Pakistan, contributing to initiatives focused on biodiversity protection and environmental sustainability. Her work highlights the importance of conservation at both community and policy levels, reflecting a growing need to protect natural ecosystems through awareness, research, and collective action.
Mashhod Rastgar
Mashhood Rastgar is a technology leader and an entrepreneur focused on building scalable digital products and innovation ecosystems. With experience across startups and global tech environments, he shares insights into product thinking, execution, and how emerging technologies can create meaningful impact in today's rapidly evolving digital world.
Muhammad Danial
Muhammad Danial is a digital content creator known for building a strong online presence through food, lifestyle, and storytelling content. His work combines creativity with relatability, turning everyday experiences into engaging narratives that connect with a wide audience and reflect the growing influence of the creator economy.
Ridah Khan
She is a British-Pakistani doctor, television presenter, and broadcaster who has built a distinctive presence across media and medicine. Featured on Sky News and the BBC, she hosts her own show Reel Life with Ridah and presents the Saturday Breakfast Show on Lyca Radio, the UK’s leading Asian commercial radio network reaching audiences across London, Manchester and the Midlands. Her work sits at the intersection of healthcare and public communication using her platform to engage diverse communities on topics that matter. Her journey from clinical practice to broadcast media reflects a growing movement of professionals bridging expertise with storytelling to create meaningful public impact.
Organizing team

Muneeza Wasim
Lahore, Pakistan
Organizer

Rida Fatima
Lahore, Pakistan
Operations

Ayesha Faisal Imran
Marketing/Communications

Muhammad Burhan
Lahore, Pakistan
Operations

Marryam Saeed
Lahore, Pakistan
Marketing/Communications

Muhammad Shaheryar
Lahore, Pakistan
Team member

Danial Sohail
Pakistan
Curation

Saleha Binte Tahir
Lahore, Pakistan
Marketing/Communications