Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, May 28: The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Saturday organized first international TEDx conference at the University of Kashmir. The theme of event was ‘Interpreting the Future’ and around 250 noted personalities from across various fields participated in the mega event.
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KU Vice-Chancellor , Prof Nilofer Khan was chief guest at the event, which was organized by the Department of Training and Placements, NIT Srinagar. She said such platforms are important for young minds to explore new dimensions of hope.
On the occasion, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof Rakesh Sehgal said that such events inspire the students to accelerate in their careers and are important for all-round development.
Prof Syed Kaiser Bukhari, Registrar of the NIT Srinagar said motivation is also one of the key elements for igniting self-determination and self-belief.
The occasion was also graced by noted and eminent speakers from various filed who shared their journeys with the young students.
Former IAS Officer Wajahat Habibullah delivered his talk on ‘Path of our Country’s Democracy. Founder of RISE and WISE App, Mubeen Masudi delivered his address on ‘Unravelling Present.’ Former Chairman of AICTE, Prof SS Mantha spoke on ‘Our Country’s Changing Education System.’
Famous career influencer, and entrepreneur, Daksh Sethi who is also known as ‘The Wolf of Job Street’ delivered his talk titled ‘Bridging the Soft Skills gap of our Country.
Former Director, ISRO Propulsion Complex and Ex-Deputy Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Dr Venkitakrishnan PV delivered his address on ‘Gaganyaan: India’s First Human Space Flight.’
Noted rapper, singer, Composer and finalist of India Got Talent 2015, Parry G spoke on o topic titled ‘A Journey with Hip Hop’. Founder and CEO at GAME, Shrishti Sharma delivered his lecture on ‘Learn to give up.
Prof S S Mantha who is the former Chairman of AICTE and former president of NBA spoke on ‘Our Country’s Changing Education System’. Prominent Psychology Researcher at Harvard University, Dr Baland Jalal, who is a leading expert on Sleep Paralysis, delivered his address on ‘World of Dreams in Neuroscience’. He is also visiting researcher at Cambridge University.
Vice-Chairman, Central Institute of Hindi, Anil Kumar Sharma Joshi spoke on ‘Languages and Society.
Head and Senior scientist at Division of Food Science and Technology SKUAST-K and Principal Investigator of All India Coordinated Research Project, Dr. Syed Zameer Hussain delivered his address on ‘Food Security: Facts, Fears and Future Strategies.
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