Ahmedabad, Gujarat | June
2026 — Following the success of its inaugural youth-led conference
in 2025, TEDxThaltej Youth is set to return for its second edition on 25
June 2026, bringing together powerful ideas, inspiring stories, and
meaningful conversations that spark thought, dialogue, and positive change
among young minds.
An independently organized TEDx event,
TEDxThaltej Youth continues its mission of creating a platform where students,
educators, innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers come together to
exchange ideas, experiences, and perspectives that inspire action and learning.
Scheduled to take place at the Apple Global School Auditorium, Apple Global
School, Gibpura, Gujarat 380057, the upcoming edition aims to further
strengthen youth-led dialogue and community engagement in Ahmedabad.
The return of TEDxThaltej Youth follows the
encouraging success of its 2025 edition, held under the theme “The
Future of Education: A Light Towards Wisdom.” The inaugural conference
explored the evolving role of education in shaping future generations and
encouraged meaningful discussions surrounding innovation, curiosity, wisdom,
and lifelong learning. The positive response from participants, speakers, and
supporters established TEDxThaltej Youth as an emerging platform for youth
engagement and ideas worth spreading.
Building on that momentum, TEDxThaltej
Youth 2026 arrives with a compelling and forward-looking theme: “The
Kaleidoscope of Perspectives.” Celebrating the richness of diverse
viewpoints, the theme reflects the understanding that meaningful progress
emerges when different voices, experiences, and ideas come together. Through
thought-provoking talks, inspiring speakers, and engaging experiences, the
event seeks to encourage young minds to think critically, embrace complexity,
and imagine possibilities through multiple lenses.
Under the leadership of Organizer and
Licensee Mr. Fenil Pritesh Shah, TEDxThaltej Youth continues to evolve
as a youth-driven initiative focused on meaningful storytelling, intellectual
exchange, and impactful conversations. Mr. Shah’s vision for the platform has
remained rooted in creating opportunities where young people can engage with
diverse perspectives while fostering curiosity, dialogue, and innovation.
Supporting the leadership of the initiative
is a dedicated organising structure working across applications, speaker
management, programme development, outreach, production, hospitality,
communications, and event experience. The core leadership team includes Director
of Applications, Ms. Hirva Raval, Director of Speaker Support Team, Ms.
Jagruti Varlani, Programme Director (Internal Affairs), Ms. Vaishvi
Ajmera, Programme Director (Cultural Affairs), Ms. Kamya Shah, and Programme
Director (External Affairs), Mr. Kirtan Patel, each contributing to the
planning and execution of the event.
The broader team behind TEDxThaltej Youth
2026 includes Kalash Iyer, serving as Social Media Lead, alongside team
members Shashvat Shah, Reeva Kothari, Hriti Nair, Ashi Agrawal, Jiya
Vadhavana, Mr. Aarav Ashutosh, Ms. Ayush Uttamchandani, and Soumya
Uttamchandani, whose efforts continue to strengthen various aspects of the
initiative. The event’s production and audience engagement are further
supported through the contributions of Director of Production, Vinchy Makana,
Director of Outreach, Ayush Bhattacharya, Director of Hospitality,
Yashvi Mehta, and Financial Manager, Mr. Saumya Gandhi.
Guiding the initiative from an advisory
perspective are Kaneesha Shah, Pranjal Koisa, and Darshini
Patel, who serve on the Advisory Board to the Organizer, alongside Ms.
Hetal Philip, who continues to support the initiative as Chief Advisor.
Their mentorship and strategic guidance contribute to strengthening the
long-term vision and institutional growth of TEDxThaltej Youth.
The second edition will feature an
accomplished and diverse speaker lineup spanning healthcare, education,
entrepreneurship, social impact, cybersecurity, financial literacy, leadership,
and youth empowerment. Confirmed speakers include Dr. Archana Chowdhry,
an ophthalmic surgeon and healthcare leader known for her work in women’s
leadership and patient-centred care; Shabd Shaurya, recognised as the
youngest TEDx speaker in the world and a Guinness World Record holder; Dr.
CA Achyut Dani, entrepreneur, educator, and strategic mentor; Dr. Vijay
Rao, educator and advocate for financial literacy; Nitesh Bhardwaj,
social entrepreneur and grassroots development practitioner; Shuvajit Payne,
education innovator and internationally recognised social impact leader; Hemangi
Prajapati, creator and youth development advocate; and Falgun Rathod,
cyber security expert, ethical hacker, author, and entrepreneur.
Reflecting the spirit of “The
Kaleidoscope of Perspectives,” TEDxThaltej Youth 2026 aims to create
meaningful dialogue through voices representing varied disciplines,
experiences, and lived realities. The platform seeks to inspire participants to
question assumptions, appreciate diverse viewpoints, and develop new ways of
thinking about challenges shaping society today.
The event is scheduled for 25 June 2026,
with reporting beginning at 8:30 AM and programme sessions commencing
from 9:00 AM onwards at Apple Global School Auditorium in Ahmedabad.
As anticipation continues to build ahead of
the event, TEDxThaltej Youth warmly welcomes attendees to an inspiring
experience of ideas, perspectives, and meaningful dialogue. Through stories
that challenge, ideas that inspire, and conversations that matter, the second
edition seeks to continue building a community where curiosity thrives and
perspectives create impact.
