History Meets Mythology: The Indian Way of Understanding the Past | Tarun Bhargava | TEDxNITTrichy
What if the myths we grew up hearing were not just stories, but timeless lessons on how to live, lead, and understand change? In this enriching talk, Tarun Bhargava invites the audience to explore the intersection of history and mythology that defines the Indian way of seeing the past. Drawing from the Mangal Kavyas of Bengal, Mughal chronicles, and enduring folk traditions, he shows how ideas born centuries ago still hold wisdom for the present day. Tarun connects age-old narratives with modern life, offering a perspective that blends curiosity, intellect, and reflection. His talk reminds us that the past is not a closed chapter but a living source of advice, meaning, and identity. Tarun Bhargava is the Creator, Researcher, and Writer behind Dastaan by Tarun (YouTube: Dastaan History) and Soch Vichaar on Substack, where he brings history to life through engaging storytelling. Before turning to content creation, he spent over eight years in the tech industry, serving as Tech Lead at JioHotstar and Software Development Engineer III at Meesho, where he was the first developer hired to build their iOS app and team. He began his career at JioSaavn and now combines his technical expertise with a passion for storytelling to make history insightful and accessible. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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