Nakshatra looked at the forces that shape our future, from the cultures and languages we inherit to the technology and choices that can transform society. Speakers explored work culture, conscious travel, history, language, dementia care, and open science; connecting individual experiences with larger questions about progress and responsibility.
The lineup
Speakers and talks
Rasik Pansare
Leader and Entrepreneur
“The Human Side of Entrepreneurship: How Work Culture Shapes Success”
While the idea, the innovations and the finances of an entrepreneurial venture are always given the utmost priority, the work culture does not share the same attention. However, the work culture plays a crucial role in shaping the growth of a company, affecting employee productivity, motivation, and engagement. At TEDxPICT, Rasik Pansare shares his own entrepreneurial journey as he builds a convincing case in favour of building a great work culture.
Devangana Lashkary
Environmental Consultant
“Conscious Travel: The way we travel can save this planet”
At TEDxPICT, Devangana Lashkary, a traveller at heart elaborates on how just being mindful of the impact that our travels have on the environment, local communities and culture can create a positive impact on the places we visit. She shares the way to travel to our heart’s content without damaging our environment: travel consciously.
Vishwajeet Deshmukh
Lawyer and Historian
“Who are the Jews of India? A Lesson in Resilience and Diversity”
"We aren't makers of history, we are made by history." These words ring true as we explore the significance of the past and its impact on the present and future. Vishwajeet Deshmukh, a lawyer turned historian, has a burning passion for studying history and understanding its role in shaping our world.
Anagha Bhat Behere
Linguistics Professor
“Speaking for Ourselves: How language shapes our world”
Language is more than just words and grammar. Dr. Anagha Bhat-Behere, a professor of linguistics, knows that language is the road map of a culture. At TEDxPICT, Dr. Bhat-Behere expresses her love for language and how it can be a tool for understanding, communication, and artistic expression.
Soubhik Das
Tele-Neurorehabilitation Entrepreneur
“Dementia: Leveraging Technology”
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a range of incurable neurological conditions that result in the loss of the basic human ability; to think and reason. As the son of a dementia patient, Mr Das knows intimately what challenges arise for the patients themselves and everyone else taking care of them and treating them. At TEDxPICT, Mr Soubhik Das walks us through the difficulties faced by all the stakeholders in dementia caregiving and how the clever use of modern technology, including Artificial Intelligence, can provide much-needed solutions.
Bhavna Pandya
Biohacker
“Building a Better Future with DIY Bio Labs and Open Sciences”
At TEDxPICT, Bhavna Pandya, a microbiologist explores the rapidly growing field of synthetic biology and the emergence of DIY labs and open science communities. She takes us on an intriguing journey to explore the revolutionary advancements in synthetic biology and the need for collaborative and open approaches to ensure a safer and more equitable future for all.
