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29th November 2025
THE ALCHEMY OF THE ORDINARY – SHADOWS INTO LIGHT
ABOUT OUR EVENT
Our event is called TEDx STS DWARKA YOUTH, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDx STS DWARKA YOUTH event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
About us
A LITTLE VIEW ABOUT our mission
St. Thomas’ School, Dwarka is a progressive educational institution that believes it is not the imagination which makes one achieve big goals but hard work, persistence and honesty which leads to the accomplishments of the bigger goals. The school strives to be amongst the venerated centres of world-class education to foster academic excellence, physical fitness, and social consciousness. Our philosophy is to develop a caring community, exercising concern and respect for the welfare of others and emphasizing the overriding importance of sensitivity, tolerance, and goodwill.
Our school motto ‘Light to Lighten’ in an elaborate manner emphasizes and projects the school as the servant of the community and to accept its appropriate share of responsibility for equipping our future generation to find their own niche in not just their occupation but in the society as well.
We seek to provide the most effective education through a broad range of experiences in and beyond school. The school will contribute largely in organizing this event and make it a success. The support from management, faculty and the students will make it a memorable experience.
Venue
St. Thomas' School, Dwarka
Near Sector19, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110071
- tedxstsdwarka@gmail.com
our THEME
The Alchemy of The Ordinary- Shadows Into Light
What we see as ordinary can become a source of inspiration and transformation. This theme shines a light on forgotten spaces, ignored problems, and hidden ideas, showing how they can be reimagined into something powerful and beautiful.
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)
About ted
TED is a non-profit organization devoted to ‘Ideas Worth Spreading,’ often in the form of short talks delivered by leading thinkers and doers. Many of these talks are given at TED Conferences, intimate TED Salons, and thousands of independently organised TEDx events around the world. Videos of these talks are made available, free, on TED.com and other platforms. Audio versions of TED Talks are published to TED Talks Daily, available on all podcast platforms. TED’s open and free initiatives for spreading ideas include TED.com, where new TED Talk videos are posted daily; TEDx, which licenses thousands of individuals and groups to host local, self-organized TED-style events around the world; the TED Fellows program, which selects innovators from around the globe to amplify the impact of their remarkable projects and activities; The Audacious Project, which surfaces and funds critical ideas that have the potential to impact millions of lives; TED Translators Program, which crowdsources the subtitling of TED Talks so that big ideas can spread across languages and borders; and the educational initiative TED-Ed. TED also offers TED@ Work, a program that reimagines TED Talks for workplace learning. TED also has a growing library of original podcasts, including The TED Interview with Chris Anderson, Work Life with Adam Grant, Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala and How to Be a Better Human. Follow TED on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and on LinkedIn.
WHAT IS
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.
tedx Team
MENEKA I. SINGH
ORGANIZER
She is the Principal of St. Thomas’ School, Dwarka. As a leader, she strongly believes in establishing a culture in school that is conducive to learning for both teachers and students. She is dedicated to facilitating students leapfrog into the 21st century as independent intellectuals, imbibing traits of initiative and leadership to help them evolve into global citizens. Under her able guidance, the school has won innumerable accolades and achievements.
SAGAR JAGGI
TEAM MEMBER
Energetic educator wishing to leverage his passion for Political Science and igniting interest to inspire students and interest in the subject. He is the Head of the Social Science Department, a gold- medalist, and an author of four books written for class XII.
PALLAVI JHA
TEAM MEMBER
A passionate English educator who believes in imparting her knowledge skills to the best of her abilities. With over ten years of teaching experience, she aims to make learning fun, interesting and interactive. She has a deep passion for creative and academic writing which is also her forte.
executive speakers & Performers
meet our SPEAKERS AND PERFORMERS
About YASHPAL SHARMA
Mr Yashpal Sharma is a versatile Indian actor celebrated for his powerful performances across film, theatre, and television. A graduate of the National School of Drama, he began his career on stage before making his mark in Hindi cinema with memorable and realistic portrayals. Sharma gained widespread acclaim for his roles in films such as Lagaan (2001), Gangaajal (2003), Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2005), Ab Tak Chhappan (2004), and Apaharan (2005). In 2022, Yashpal Sharma won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Haryanvi as a producer for Dada Lakhmi.
YASHPAL SHARMA
About KINNY SINGH
Dr. Kinny Singh (IAS) is a trailblazing leader whose journey from medicine to public administration is nothing short of inspiring!
A recipient of the ‘Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration, she has served with distinction across Delhi and Arunachal Pradesh, driving impactful change in health, governance, and community development.
With her vision, compassion, and commitment to inclusive growth, Dr. Singh continues to redefine what it means to lead with purpose.
DR.KINNY SINGH
SANDEEP BHARADWAJ
About SANDEEP BHARaDWAJ
Mr Sandeep Bharadwaj is an Indian actor and theatre artist best known for his compelling portrayal of the notorious bandit Veerappan in Ram Gopal Varma’s Killing Veerappan (Kannada, 2016) and its Hindi remake Veerappan (2016). A seasoned performer with a strong foundation in theatre, Bharadwaj has also appeared in films such as Baby (2015) and Miracle (2019), among others in Hindi, Kannada, and Telugu cinema.
About PRIYAL BHARDWAJ
Ms Priyal Bhardwaj is a politician, social worker, entrepreneur and fashion designer, Priyal Bhardwaj is the General Secretary of BJP Mahila Morcha (Delhi). Founder of the Label PB and Sangini Saheli, she bridges heritage with modernity while empowering women at the grassroots. Her journey reflects creativity, leadership and social impact.
PRIYAL BHARDWAJ
About RAHUL RANJAN
Mr Rahul Ranjan is the Co-Founder & CEO of BriBooks. An engineer-turned-educator, his leadership has built the world’s largest student publishing platform, proving that every child’s story deserves to be heard.
RAHUL RANJAN
AMIT KUMAR SAROHA
About AMIT KUMAR SAROHA
Mr Amit Kumar Saroha is an Indian Paralympian who competes in the F51 category Discus and club throw. A former national-level hockey player from Sonipat, Haryana, he became a quadriplegic after a car accident at 22 but went on to become the first quadriplegic to represent India at the Paralympics (London 2012). He has won several international medals, including gold and silver at the Asian Para Games and a silver at the World Championships, where he set a new Asian record. An Arjuna Awardee, Saroha is also a strong advocate for para-sports and mentors young athletes across India.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE AND EVENT
1
PRAYER
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WARM RECEPTION WITH PLANTERS
3
WELCOME DANCE
4
TEDX TALK BY YASHPAL SHARMA
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TEDX TALK BY KINNY SINGH
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TEDX TALK BY JASHAN BEHL (STUDENT SPEAKER)
7
SONG PERFORMANCE
8
TEDX TALK BY SANDEEP BHARDWAJ
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TEDX TALK BY PRIYAL BHARDWAJ
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TEDX TALK BY MISHA SHARMA (STUDENT SPEAKER)
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DANCE PERFORMANCE
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TEDX TALK BY RAHUL RANJAN
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TEDX TALK BY TEJAS GUPTA (STUDENT SPEAKER)
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TEDX TALK BY AMIT KUMAR SAROHA (ALONG WITH VENERATION)
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VENERATION OF THE GUESTS
15
VOTE OF THANKS BY PRINCIPAL
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GROUP PHOTOGRAPH
MENEKA I. SINGH
ORGANIZER
She is the Head of School of St. Thomas’ School, Dwarka. As a leader, she strongly believes in establishing a culture in school that is conducive to learning for both teachers and students. She is dedicated to facilitating students leapfrog into the 21st century as independent intellectuals, imbibing traits of initiative and leadership to help them evolve into global citizens. Under her able guidance, the school has won innumerable accolades and achievements.
SAGAR JAGGI
TEAM MEMBER
Energetic educator wishing to leverage his passion for Political Science and igniting interest to inspire students and interest in the subject. He is the Head of the Social Science Department, a gold- medalist, and an author of four books written for class XII.
PALLAVI JHA
TEAM MEMBER
A passionate English educator who believes in imparting her knowledge skills to the best of her abilities. With over eight years of teaching experience, she aims to make learning fun, interesting and interactive. She has a deep passion for creative and academic writing which is also her forte.