Rajhans Vidyalaya – TED-Ed Student Talks 2025

Rajhans Vidyalaya – TED-Ed Student Talks 2025

Date: Wednesday, 15th October 2025
Venue: Rajhans Vidyalaya Art Room
Duration: 9:30 a.m. – 1:35 p.m. (2 sessions)
Chief Guests: Mrs. Mala Ramadorai and Major General Deepak Saxena

Introduction
The TED-Ed Student Talks 2025 at Rajhans Vidyalaya was an inspiring celebration of ideas, imagination, and self-expression. The event aimed to encourage students from Grades I to XII to share their ‘ideas worth spreading’ and cultivate the art of confident communication. It provided a unique platform for young thinkers to voice their thoughts on diverse themes — from kindness and empathy to innovation, relationships, and the modern world.
The programme commenced with the lighting of the lamp by the respective Chief Guests — Mrs. Mala Ramadorai and Major General Deepak Saxena — symbolising wisdom, knowledge, and enlightenment. Principal Ms. Ritu Dubey extended a warm welcome, highlighting the school’s commitment to nurturing articulate and empathetic communicators. She emphasized how TED-Ed provides a global stage for students to transform their curiosity into meaningful ideas.
1. Shvant Antani (Std. I A) – ‘Joy in Muddy Puddles’
2. Saura Jain (Std. I C) – ‘The Magic of Sharing’
3. Joshua Thomas (Std. II C) – ‘Value of Food’
4. Ali Akbar (Std. II B) – ‘Lessons from Teamwork’
5. Shivanya Kale (Std. III B) – ‘Kindness Counts’
6. Samaira Mokal (Std. III D) – ‘My Dream World’
7. Reyansh Shetye (Std. IV C) – ‘Every Drop Matters’
8. Zidane Braz (Std. IV A) – ‘Lessons from Football’
9. Aliya Samir Shaikh (Std. V A) – ‘Power of Positivity’
10. Viaan Tinu Shah (Std. V B) – ‘FOMO vs JOMO’
11. Mahir Shah (Std. VI A) – ‘Don’t Underestimate Yourself’
12. Vihaan Kasurde (Std. VI C) – ‘Time Management’
13. Sharvi Matekar (Std. VII C) – ‘The Power of Belonging’
14. Devavratt Choudhary (Std. VII B) – ‘Mind Over Matter’
15. Anushri Dinesh (Std. VIII C) – ‘The Beauty of Self-Discovery’
16. Vihaan Gupta (Std. VIII C) – ‘Belongingness vs Happiness’
17. Aanya Iftikhar Hussain (Std. IX B) – ‘Confidence Beyond Comparison’
18. Shriyadita Manna (Std. IX C) – ‘The Unseen Classroom’
19. Ananya Kamath (Std. X B) – ‘Visualization: Seeing Success Before It Happens’
20. Priyal Bhanushali (Std. X C) – ‘Small Acts, Big Impacts’
21. Karman Protiqe Majumdar (Std. XI A) – ‘Relationships: The Illogical Part That Nobody
Understands’
22. Rishit Maheshwari (Std. XI D) – ‘Paradox of Choice’
23. Kapiesh Sanjay Singh (Std. XII C) – ‘The Only Immortality is the Soul You Leave Behind in
Others’
24. Akira Ramesh Iyer (Std. XII A) – ‘Our Brave New World: Utopia of Today’

The event was a blend of intellect and imagination, with each student delivering a talk that reflected personal insight and creativity. The younger speakers impressed with innocence and originality, while the older students showcased depth, maturity, and strong presentation skills.
The Chief Guests appreciated the initiative, commending the school for empowering students to voice ideas that inspire and enlighten.
Teachers from the English Department mentored the finalists through storytelling and public speaking workshops, refining their expression, stage presence, and delivery.
Recognition and Appreciation
Every finalist received a TED-Ed Certificate of Participation and a memento as a token of appreciation. The Chief Guests and the Principal applauded the dedication and confidence of the speakers. Parents and teachers expressed immense pride in witnessing the students grow into articulate and thoughtful communicators.
Reflections and Takeaways
1. The event underscored the importance of effective communication as a life skill.
2.  Students exhibited originality, empathy, and confidence through their talks.
3.  It fostered self-expression, critical thinking, and self-belief among participants.
4. The initiative reinforced Rajhans Vidyalaya’s mission to nurture thinkers, dreamers, and change- makers.
The TED-Ed Student Talks 2025 at Rajhans Vidyalaya was a resounding success. From the lighting of the lamp to the final round of applause, the event reflected inspiration, creativity, and the brilliance of young minds.
It truly embodied the TED spirit that ideas, when shared with passion and purpose, have the power to transform minds and shape the future.