Vidya Jyothi Institute of Technology (VJIT) is all set to host its VJIT TEDx edition on January 31, 2026, in Hyderabad, featuring an amazing lineup of stellar speakers.
With an inspiring set of speakers from various fields, the VJIT TEDx event—under the theme “Metamorphosis,” a celebration of resilience, growth, and transformation—will bring together thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers to share ideas and stories that challenge the status quo and inspire new possibilities.
VJIT TEDx will be a day-long event filled with thought-provoking presentations, inspiring stories, and engaging discussions.
Devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks, TEDx is aimed at promoting the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives, and, ultimately, the world.
“It is indeed a proud moment for VJIT to host TEDx, where empowering voices fuel innovations toward a promising future. Let us collaborate to explore seamless possibilities and growth.Let us listen to the inspiring Metamorphosis stories from the speakers we have lined up,” said Dr. Palla Rajeshwar Reddy, Secretary, VJES.
Amazing lineup of speakers from across domains are as follows:
Aishwarya TV Pillai is a leader working to make technology more usable for people with visual impairments. She co-founded Grailmaker Innovations and serves as CMO and Product Lead at Spacefelt. She is also a 3D artist and leads VisionNanny, an AI platform that supports children with visual challenges. Her work in this area has been recognised with the Karamveer Award. She continues to shape projects that keep accessibility at the centre.
Ananya Lohan is a researcher who strives through technology and natural science to improve lives. She founded Athena. AI to give students clarity and confidence when starting their journey into STEM. Ananya conducts workshops for underprivileged youth to inspire them to think big and beyond their current situation and encourages her students and clients to have a problem-solving approach to their work, and challenge conventional thinking.
BK Sumalatha has expertise in Rajyoga and is well known for being a spiritual mentor of Brahma Kumaris. She is well-known for her wisdom and clarity and helps people learn Rajyoga concepts to develop resilience and emotional control, and inner development. She uses captivating talks and retreats to inspire the cultivation of virtues such as peace, love and joy so as to make old spiritual teachings dynamic and relevant to personal and professional challenges.
Major Mohommed Ali Shah is an Indian actor and former military officer. After a five year stint in the army where he was promoted to the rank of major while posted with the Assam rifles, his service came to a close. He studied at IIM Ahmedabad after leaving the army, and has worked at Genpact and Mahindra & Mahindra. He is a media professional and excellent communicator while also having showcased his acting skills through performing in various films and theatre acts. His remarkable skills in various fields cement his distinction as an international TEDx speaker.
Harshal Maniyar is an innovative thinker who works for the people. As a graduate of IIT Kharagpur, he offers a unique approach to problems with minimal scope. He works as the director of product management at Amber, where he blends B2B strategy with B2C creativity to design products which are user-friendly and well-engineered. He aims to create products loved by customers. He works on leveraging generative AI for easier, more optimized workflow while enhancing user and team potential in the long run.
Jeet Basak is a rising music artist known for his mixes and reinterpretations of popular songs. With the release of his track Baekaboo, Jeet continues to share music that shows his changing sound. Through his work with Saregama’s Mix Station and his presence on YouTube and Instagram, he has created a space for listeners who enjoy a fresh take on familiar melodies.
Prathamesh Sinha shows that vision is more than just sight. Living with visual impairment from childhood, he experiences the world through sound and touch and dreams of becoming an IAS officer. He is a young motivational speaker who supports visually impaired children and cancer patients, and works to make learning Braille easier and more accessible. His innovation, ANNIE, has been featured on Shark Tank India and presented to the Prime Minister of India.
Sri Sathya Gaura Chandra Das aims to incorporate ancient Vedic philosophy into modern-day life. He acts as a bridge in a domain where many offer ancient wisdom through rigid rituals and complex Sanskrit slokas. He simplifies these teachings into clear instructions, useful advice, and captivating tales that resonate with everyone seeking instant spiritual significance. Through the Hare Krishna Movement he is not only teaching spirituality but also making it relatable to all. This allows students and workers, as well as families, to welcome this ancient wisdom as a practical solution to stress, anxiety, and life’s confusion on a regular basis.