TEDxLucknow: Create with Courage| 27th December 2024
On 27th December 2024, the Jaipuria Incubation Foundation and Jaipuria Institute of Management hosted TEDxLucknow with the theme "Create With Courage” emphasizing bold ideas, fearless creativity, and the power of determination. The event was attended by about 400 attendees including heads of industry associations, thought leaders from the city, faculty members, students, and staff.
The various speakers invited were, Mr. Inderjit Singh (Municipal Commissioner, Lucknow), Mr. Aalok Shrivastav (Poet & Lyricist), Mr. Rahul Mittra (Filmmaker & Actor), Ms. Bindiya Sharma (Fitness Model) and Ms. Pankhuri Gidwani (Femina Miss India Grand, Actor & Influencer).
The program was organized under the guidance of Kavita Pathak (Director: Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow) and was well-coordinated by Dr. Jyoti Dewan (Chairperson, Incubation Cell). The Session began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp. This was followed by an inaugural address by Dr. Kavita Pathak (Director: Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow) who greeted the distinguished speakers and students.
The first speaker of the day was Mr. Aalok Shrivastav, who very eloquently narrated his life and the incidents of courage in the form of a poem. He shared his journey as a writer, highlighting moments of triumph, including when his ghazals were performed by legends like Jagjit Singh and his work recognized by luminaries like Amitabh Bachchan.
The next speaker was Ms. Bindiya Sharma, who narrated her story of courage when she decided to enter a male-dominated sport, bodybuilding, and overcame the challenges that came with it, defying society's expectations time and again. She also reflected on her struggles, including overcoming personal lows and embracing positivity to stand as a role model for women in fitness and beyond.
Followed by Ms. Bindiya, was the filmmaker and actor Mr. Rahul Mittra, who talked about how he found the courage to take responsibility for his life from a very early age and how he boldly pivoted from one thing to the other. He emphasized the courage to step out of one’s comfort zone, sharing his journey from journalism to PR and eventually to filmmaking, where he created impactful movies like Sahib Biwi Aur Gangster.
The next speaker was the Municipal Commissioner of Lucknow, Mr. Inderjit Singh, who talked about having a strong value system in one's life. He narrated inspiring stories from his administrative career, including his role during the COVID-19 crisis and ensuring effective waste management. He emphasized that courage is rooted in one’s soul, guided by values and resilience in the face of adversity.
Last but not least was the Femina Miss India Grand, Ms. Pankhuri Gidwani. She talked about having the courage to create the life that one wants to live, starting her career in modelling from an early age and achieving the success that she has achieved. She also shared how she embraced vulnerability, overcame challenges in her journey from Kathak to acting, and emphasized time management and perseverance as the keys to building a fulfilling life.
The event received extensive coverage in major national dailies, highlighting its impact and the inspiring stories shared by the speakers, showcasing the event's widespread recognition and success.
The TEDxLucknow event was a resounding success, inspiring participants with stories of creativity, courage, and perseverance. Thanks to the efforts of the Incubation Committee, senior members, junior representatives, and volunteers, the event was executed flawlessly.
Each speaker offered unique insights, motivating attendees to embrace challenges, pursue their dreams, and ignite their creativity. It was a truly transformative experience, highlighting the power of resilience, self-belief, and "ideas worth spreading."
Team Media Relations Committee for the Workshop coverage:
Under the guidance of Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Reeti Agarwal
Writer: Mr. Arish Ahmad, Mr. Shubham Kumar Pandey
Photographer: Mr. Syed Amaan Ali, Mr. Mohd Amir
Graphic Designer: Mr. Arish Ahmad
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