Saini Krishnamurthy- a consultant by profession and trekker by heart. A student who excelled in studies and obtained the 6th All India Rank in the Chartered Accountancy Examinations, Saini is now a strategic consultant who has worked in engagements across multiple sectors. However, she prefers to describe herself as, “The girl on the mountains.” An avid mountaineer and trekker, she has completed over 150 treks in the Western Ghats and the Himalayas. Here’s the story of Saini- an expert at striking balances, be it work-life balance or a balance of the physical and mental strengths. Trekker, Strategic Consultant This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Rama Khandwala: A Freedom fighter. A Nurse. A Secretary. A Tourist Guide- and even at the age of 92, a true Indian. She has an undying fire to serve the country, making it the purpose of her life. Always high-spirited, fit as a fiddle and with an impeccable memory, here's the story of young Rama Ben. Nationalist This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Parul Kumtha: Focusing on universal design and sustainability, Parul Kumtha is the principal architect at Nature-Nurture Architects and Planners: an initiative that is committed to green designs, preservation of natural heritage and providing design solutions to old,existing buildings. A trained counselor in Mental Health and Narrative practices, she is the parent founder and trustee of the parent support group, “Forum for Autism". In a world where the autistic are treated in a manner different from others, she stands out by saying, “Yes, they are different, just like you and I.” Here’s the story of Parul Kumtha, who shows us the world through different perspectives. Architect This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx