TED is a non-profit devoted to spreading ideas through talks, podcasts, videos, and more.
Their mission: spark global conversation, deepen understanding, and drive positive change.
TEDx is a program of local events where passionate speakers share ideas in a format similar to TED Talks.
Think short, impactful presentations designed to ignite conversation.
At TEDxIITGandhinagar, we aim to create a unique platform to spark new ideas and changes amidst the bright and keen minds of not just the IIT Gandhinagar Student Community but also the young generation of Gujarat.
We aim to achieve this through a series of extremely inspiring and thought-provoking talks by individuals with powerful ideas.
Be it leadership, life or climate awareness, TEDxIITGandhinagar encapsulates countless domains enabling people from varied backgrounds.
Our Journey
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As students of IIT Gandhinagar, we strive to create an environment that inspires, fosters intellectual growth, and promotes meaningful connections in our community.
As we set our sights on TEDxIITGandhinagar'26, our aspirations are grounded in creating an exceptional event that transcends boundaries.
Speaker Reveal
Discover the visionaries of TEDxIITGandhinagar 2026
Shankar Venugopal
Shankar Venugopal is the Vice President at Mahindra & Mahindra. He has a stellar record of being an IISc Gold Medalist with 35+ international patents, former Chairman of the CII CTO Forum, and recognized among the Top 50 Innovative Leaders. From space scientist to automotive futurist, he is now driving India’s electric mobility revolution and turning bold engineering into global breakthroughs.
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Megha Desai
Megha Desai has significantly scaled the Desai Foundation to reach thousands of villages and millions of lives through dedicated initiatives in health and menstrual equity. Her collaboration with IIT Gandhinagar stands as a cornerstone of this mission, where she translated global community models into grassroots action by helping catalyze NYASA. By partnering with NEEV to champion vocational training and economic independence for women, she has mentored students to prioritize social responsibility alongside their academic pursuits. This partnership has successfully woven a spirit of community driven empowerment into the fabric of the university while delivering tangible progress to local regions.
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Vishwaraj Jadeja
Vishwaraj Jadeja is India’s fastest long-distance ice skater. Holding 65 national records and having competed in 200+ races for India, Vishwaraj has consistently pushed the limits of endurance and speed. He is a National Gold Medalist in Roller Skating and winner of the Lower Division Race in Europe, and was honored with the Sardar Patel Award (2004–05) for his achievements in skating.
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Our Journey So Far
From our first edition to today — a journey of ideas, impact, and inspiration.
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Welcome To TEDxIITGandhinagar 2026
Where we aim to create a unique platform to spark new ideas and changes amidst the bright and keen minds.
Our Team