For centuries, education has been seen as the pathway to success. But in today’s rapidly evolving world, is our education system truly preparing us for the challenges ahead or holding us back?In this talk, Kritica Malik examines the gap between what schools teach and what life actually demands. From outdated curricula to the lack of focus on critical skills like adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving, she argues that the system is leaving students unready for the realities of the modern era.Her message is clear: if education is to remain valuable, it must evolve. We need an education system that doesn’t just impart knowledge, but equips us to thrive in a world defined by change. Educator working with Modern Delhi Public School 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

Fashion is often dismissed as surface-level. But what if the threads of a dress could preserve entire cultures? In this talk, Priyanka Singh reveals the invisible world of India’s artisans—craftspeople whose embroidery traditions are vanishing under the weight of fast fashion. She argues that every handcrafted outfit is not just couture—it is a vessel of identity, dignity, and history. By valuing the makers, not just the product, we can transform fashion into a force for cultural survival and human pride. Renowned Fashion designer who is helping community in better way 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

今井 了介：他人にお金を費やして自分が幸せになる！？ 他人のために何かする＝「利他」で、自身の幸福度が20%上がるという研究結果がある。それを学んだ今井は、関係する全ての人々の幸福度を上げる仕組みを提供しています。これを「利他の経済」と呼び、果たしてそれが社会にどのようなインパクトを与えるのかについてお話しします。IMAI Ryosuke： Spending Money on Others Makes You Happier!? Harvard University and the University of British Columbia published a paper showing that doing something for others—"Pay it forward"—increases one's own happiness level by 20%. Having learned this, Ryosuke Imai now provides a system that increases the happiness of everyone involved.He calls this the “Pay it forward economy,” and discusses what kind of impact it will have on society. Musical piece "Baby I love you" is covered by a lot of domestic and foreign artists including Che’Nell. The song was downloaded more than 10 million times in total and it's a big hit. "Hero" was offered to Namie Amuro and won the JASRAC gold award in 2019. He is grappling with the solution to social problems through the meal at Gigi Inc. in parallel with global music activity. “Kodomo gochimeshi " utilizes hometown tax in Sakaimachi and the activity was commended by Cabinet Office as a support of the meal for children through joint efforts of public and private sectors. 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

What if education wasn’t about memorizing answers, but about asking better questions?In her talk, Simran challenges the traditional idea of curriculum as the driver of learning. She argues that true education begins with curiosity the spark that makes students explore, create, and innovate. When curiosity is prioritized over rigid structures, classrooms become spaces where potential isn’t confined, but expanded.Her vision is simple yet radical: an education system where the curriculum doesn’t suppress curiosity, but makes space for it to flourish. Because when curiosity leads, learning never ends. Special Educator working on skill gaps 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

Climate change feels overwhelming. Deforestation feels unstoppable. But what if the solution lies not in grand gestures, but in everyday actions done together? By turning fruit seeds from our kitchens into seed bombs, our community discovered a playful yet powerful way to regrow lost green cover. This talk shares how children, families, and neighborhoods can come together to restore nature proving that when communities unite, even the smallest seeds can grow into forests of change. Student,Environment Enthusiastic, Seed Bomb workshop conductor 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

From leading India’s junior squash rankings to running complex simulations at Yale, Rohan Gondi has lived in two worlds: the discipline of sport and the unpredictability of science. In this talk, he reflects on the Paradox of Plenty—how abundance of choices, opportunities, and even information can overwhelm us, whether on the squash court, in a lab experiment, or in everyday decisions shaped by AI. Blending personal experience with insights from systems thinking and research, he explores how to stay focused, resilient, and authentic when faced with too much of everything. An Oakridge alumnus (CBSE 2024) and national-level squash champion, Rohan Gondi achieved a No.1 national ranking in the under-19 category. He now pursues biochemical engineering at Yale University while continuing his passion for squash. 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