Building Ideas,
Creating Aspirations

We know what you're looking for. You need inspiring ideas to transform your perspective, but finding the right platform can be tough. Join us at June 15th 2025 for the first edition of TEDxPodarIntlSchoolSangli.


We know what you're looking for. You need inspiring ideas to transform your perspective, but finding the right platform can be tough. Join us at June 15th 2025 for the first edition of TEDxPodarIntlSchoolSangli.



OUR THEME THIS YEAR

OUR THEME THIS YEAR

OUR THEME THIS YEAR

LESSONS BEYOND SYLLABUS

LESSONS BEYOND SYLLABUS

LESSONS BEYOND SYLLABUS

LESSONS BEYOND SYLLABUS

Tickets Panel

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ABOUT US

ABOUT US

TEDx at Podar Sangli aims to bring the global TED experience to your local community, sparking meaningful conversations and connections. This is your chance to unleash new ideas, inspire, and inform.

WHAT IS TEDx?

WHAT IS TEDx?

TEDx hosts local, self-organized events that bring people together for a TED-like experience.

TEDx events blend TED Talks videos and live speakers to inspire deep discussion and connection.

These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where 'x'= independently organized TED event.

The TED Conference provides guidance for TEDx, but individual events are self-organized under specific rules.

TEDx hosts local, self-organized events that bring people together for a TED-like experience.

TEDx events blend TED Talks videos and live speakers to inspire deep discussion and connection.

These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where 'x'= independently organized TED event.

The TED Conference provides guidance for TEDx, but individual events are self-organized under specific rules.

Watch the TEDx Intro

Watch the TEDx Intro

Our Lineup of Power Pact Speakers!

Our Lineup of Power Pact Speakers!

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SARITA

SARITA

JADAV

Ms. Sarita Jadav, a visionary leader and National Programme Officer at UNESCO South Asia, whose unwavering commitment and transformative energy have redefined education for health and well-being over the past 27 years

Ms. Sarita Jadav, a visionary leader and National Programme Officer at UNESCO South Asia, whose unwavering commitment and transformative energy have redefined education for health and well-being over the past 27 years

• A passionate TEDx speaker and true changemaker, she leads groundbreaking initiatives that champion inclusive, gender-sensitive, and life skills–based health education across the region.


• With a rare blend of empathy and expertise—rooted in her background as a social worker and lawyer from Utkal University— ma'am continues to empower communities and inspire change through every step of her journey

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SMITA

SMITA

MAHAJAN

MAHAJAN

Ms. Smita Mahajan is a distinguished Bharatanatyam performer and educator with over three decades of experience.

Ms. Smita Mahajan is a distinguished Bharatanatyam performer and educator with over three decades of experience.

• Holding a B.A. in Mathematics, an M.A. in Dance, and the prestigious Sangeet Visharad, she has taught at Lalit Kala Kendra, Bharati Vidyapeeth, and served as an impaneled Guru at Pune University.


• A published composer of works like Sharadache Chaandane and Margam Unmesh, and a choreographer of acclaimed pieces such as Shakuntal and Rukmini,


• Ms. Smita now nurtures talent and preserves tradition through her institute, Artitude.

Holding a B.A. in Mathematics, an M.A. in Dance, and the prestigious Sangeet Visharad, she has taught at Lalit Kala Kendra, Bharati Vidyapeeth, and served as an impaneled Guru at Pune University. A published composer of works like Sharadache Chaandane and Margam Unmesh, and a choreographer of acclaimed pieces such as Shakuntal and Rukmini, she now nurtures talent and preserves tradition through her institute, Artitude.

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VARAD

VARAD

MASKE

MASKE

Mr.Varad Maske, a notable Podar International School alumnus, is a research-driven innovator, currently completing his B.Tech in Polymer Engineering at ICT Mumbai. He has secured an admission to PhD with full financial aid from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York ,USA, in their Isermann Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering.

Mr.Varad Maske, a notable Podar International School alumnus, is a research-driven innovator, currently completing his B.Tech in Polymer Engineering at ICT Mumbai. He has secured an admission to PhD with full financial aid from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York ,USA, in their Isermann Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering.

With a solid background in computational modeling, rheology, and material science, he has written several research articles in prestigious journals such as Progress in Organic Coatings, Starch-Starke, and Polymer Bulletin. His research includes the creation of BRAMpy, a Python-based tool for modeling non-linear viscoelastic behavior in biopolymers, and cutting-edge initiatives involving hydrogels, conjugated polymers, and superabsorbent composites. Varad has received several accolades, including the Dr. Tobias Rosenthal Best Student Award, for his extraordinary ability to integrate scientific curiosity into significant consequences. He continues to make valuable contributions to the scientific community through research, mentoring, and thoughtful leadership

• With a solid background in computational modeling, rheology, and material science, he has written several research articles in prestigious journals such as Progress in Organic Coatings, Starch-Starke, and Polymer Bulletin.


• His research includes the creation of BRAMpy, a Python-based tool for modeling non-linear viscoelastic behavior in biopolymers, and cutting-edge initiatives involving hydrogels, conjugated polymers, and superabsorbent composites.


• Varad has received several accolades, including the Dr. Tobias Rosenthal Best Student Award, for his extraordinary ability to integrate scientific curiosity into significant consequences. He continues to make valuable contributions to the scientific community through research, mentoring, and thoughtful leadership.

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PRATIKSHA

PRATIKSHA

PRATIKSHA

PAI

PAI

PAI

Ms. Pratiksha Pai is a Chartered Accountant by profession, a finance and educational content creator, advisor and consultant, author, convener as well as a CEO and founder. She is the recipient of the India's Most Promising Influencer, Fempreneur Award 2024 at The Bombay Stock Exchange.

Ms. Pratiksha Pai is a Chartered Accountant by profession, a finance and educational content creator, advisor and consultant, author, convener as well as a CEO and founder. She is the recipient of the India's Most Promising Influencer, Fempreneur Award 2024 at The Bombay Stock Exchange.

• Ms. Pratiksha has appeared on multiple episodes of the kannada TV show, 'Business Tonic' and on channels like Zee Kannada and TV5 Kannada, where she has talked on topics related to Income Tax, Employment issues and Education sector.


• Ms. Pratiksha has also delivered talks on various shows of Akashvani Bangalore and Akashvani Mangalore, in relation to finance topics, Women Empowerment and Career Guidance.

She has delivered seminars at Startup Conclaves in relation to Youth and Women entrepreneurship and Startup Fundings.


• She has also delivered Career guidance talks at various colleges like Sahyadri Institute, Mangalore and Mangalore Independent PU College, Bangalore.


• Ms. Pratiksha has conducted Share market and Mutual fund basics seminar at Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan and Statup funding seminar at St. Claret College, Bangalore.

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PRAMOD

PRAMOD

PRAMOD

CHAUGULE

CHAUGULE

Mr. Pramod Chaugule is a distinguished Architect and Owner, Studio 8.8.8. His qualifications include B. ARCH at Mumbai University, 1985; MBA (HR) and Master of Science in Green Building (US).

Mr. Pramod Chaugule is a distinguished Architect and Owner, Studio 8.8.8. His qualifications include B. ARCH at Mumbai University, 1985; MBA (HR) and Master of Science in Green Building (US).

• Mr Pramod Chaugule was the Chairman of the Indian Institution Of Architects, (2000-2002), Sangli Center, Committee member Maharashtra chapter, IIA National body member for Finance.


• Most Successful Convener of the MAHACON 2014, AVANEESH at Sangli.

• Attended UIA, Tokyo convention 2011,ARCHITECTS DAY of IIA, Bihar-Zarkhand at Patna and

also at North East zone at Gauhati, and many more Seminars/Conferences/Conventions.


• President (1999-2000), Engineers & Architect Association, Sangli Best President And

Trustee Since 2006-07 till date. Started biggest and only of its kind Architectural bi yearly

Exhibition Habitat since 2000, Gunwant Gaurav, T. K. Patil life time achievement

technocrat award, 500 Members Insurance of 1.00 lacs each.


• Visiting Lecturer at A. B. College of Architecture since 1995. VISTAR, NASA initiator and examiner

for the Shivaji university.


• National Vice-President, Red Swastik Society, Mumbai. Shivalay dream project of Senios Citizens at Murbad.


• Member of Dist. Environmental Committee, since 2012, Patron Member of CII, since 2013 and the President ABHALMAYA FOUNDATION , SANGLI.


• Chairman, Rajput English Medium School and Greenergy Sangli from 2010 till date

• Member , Latthe Education Society, SANGLI Managing council 2017-2022.


• Chairman, Governing Council of Suraj Foundation, Kupwad, SANGLI., (2007-2011)

• Coordinator, Bhartiya Samaj Seva Kendra, Pune, Sangli.

• President, (96-97) of Rotary Club Of Krishna Valley, M.I.D.C. Kupwad Block, Sangli

Assistant Governor – Sangli, Rotary International, Dist – 3170.

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PRANIL

PRANIL

GILDA

GILDA

Mr. Pranil Gilda is a renowned policeman (Assistant Commisioner of Police) in Maharashtra. His qualifications include  BE (E&TC) - Govt. Engineering college, Chh. Sambhajinagar  MA Public administration (specialisation in police administration) and Diploma in cyber forensics.

Mr. Pranil Gilda is a renowned policeman (Assistant Commisioner of Police) in Maharashtra. His qualifications include  BE (E&TC) - Govt. Engineering college, Chh. Sambhajinagar  MA Public administration (specialisation in police administration) and Diploma in cyber forensics.

Mr. Pranil Gilda's Work Experience includes:


• System engineer at Tata consultancy services limited , Pune (2 years)

Probationary DySP at Kolhapur (march 2020- feb2021).


• Subdivisional Police Officer at Gadchiroli (march 2021 - may 2023)  Subdivisional police officer at Miraj ( from may 2023).


• Guest faculty at Dnyandeep academy , Pune and Dnyanprabodhini , Pune ( Subject —CSAT , Polity , interview seminars).


Mr. Pranil Gilda has earned multiple awards including:


• MPF’s best young administrator 2022.


• Director general of police insignia 2023 ( community policing in gadchiroli ).


• Special service medal 2024 from Maharashtra state government (for serving in naxal affected region - gadchiroli).


Mr. Pranil Gilda's Work Experience includes:


• System engineer at Tata consultancy services limited , Pune (2 years)

Probationary DySP at Kolhapur (march 2020- feb2021).


• Subdivisional Police Officer at Gadchiroli (march 2021 - may 2023)  Subdivisional police officer at Miraj ( from may 2023).


• Guest faculty at Dnyandeep academy , Pune and Dnyanprabodhini , Pune ( Subject —CSAT , Polity , interview seminars).


Mr. Pranil Gilda has earned multiple awards including:


• MPF’s best young administrator 2022.


• Director general of police insignia 2023 ( community policing in gadchiroli ).


• Special service medal 2024 from Maharashtra state government (for serving in naxal affected region - gadchiroli).


SCHOOL INFO

Why we aim to be the best
at what we do!

Why Podar Sangli?

Podar International School, Sangli is a place where values and knowledge meet.

The students of the school have achieved remarkable progress in various fields, demonstrating brilliance in diverse areas of expertise.

The Principal of Podar International School - Sangli, Mr. G.B. Patil, attended the Global Schools' Inclusive Forum at UNESCO in Paris, France, from March 13 to March 15, 2024. He received the "Global Inclusion Award" in the category of Innovation in Schools.

SCHOOL INFO

Why we aim to be the best
at what we do!

Why Podar Sangli?

Podar International School, Sangli is a place where values and knowledge meet.

The students of the school have achieved remarkable progress in various fields, demonstrating brilliance in diverse areas of expertise.

The Principal of Podar International School - Sangli, Mr. G.B. Patil, attended the Global Schools' Inclusive Forum at UNESCO in Paris, France, from March 13 to March 15, 2024. He received the "Global Inclusion Award" in the category of Innovation in Schools.

Meet Our Team at Podar

Core Committee

Shweta Chiprikar

shweta.chiprikar@podar.org

Program Teacher Incharge

Ranveer Bhosale

Student Incharge

Eshita Patil

Student Incharge


Anushka Zambre

Student Incharge


Harsh Pattanshetti

Student Incharge


Social Media Team

Rajat Walvekar

Student Incharge

Aarna Toro

Student Incharge

Siddesh Jadhav

Student Incharge


Arnav Patil

Student Incharge


Abhiram Gujar

Student Incharge


Venue Decor Team

Veeksha Shetty

Student Incharge

Aarya Dadge

Student Incharge

Tapasya Parekh

Student Incharge


Kimaya Koli

Student Incharge


Soha Gadgil

Student Incharge


Speaker Curators

Rajnandini Patil

Student Incharge

Yashasvi Biyani

Student Incharge

Amulya Sakale

Student Incharge