How can young minds shape the destiny of their country? Er. Milan Pandey—academic leader, writer, and social activist—has spent over 13 years championing education reform, civic responsibility, and social justice in Nepal. In this inspiring talk, he reflects on his journey from leading national youth movements to guiding organizations toward meaningful change. Mr. Pandey challenges young people to invest their time, skills, and passion in building a developed nation, and highlights the entrepreneurial mindset as a key driver for transformation. His call to action is clear: the future belongs to those who dare to lead it. 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 Engineer Milan Pandey is an academic leader, writer, and social activist committed to improving Nepal’s education system and increasing public awareness. For over 13 years, he has been involved in activism, working to build a fair and just society. As a former president of Bibeksheel Nepali, he has strongly supported education reform, believing that real change in society is only possible through better education.He holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Management from Kathmandu University and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Tribhuvan University. Pandey has written more than 250 opinion articles in top national newspapers such as Kantipur, Naya Patrika, Republica, and others, focusing on education and social issues. He is passionate about teaching entrepreneurship and leadership and continues to share his ideas through writing, media, and active involvement in academic, social, and political discussions. 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