Theme: MetamorphUS

In this fast-paced universe, change is the only constant, driving creativity and fostering innovation. We are the changemakers of tomorrow, propelling this endless cycle of transformation. Adapting to change may seem daunting, but like a caterpillar cocooning itself,the efforts and patience result in the emergence of a breathtaking butterfly. Embrace MetamorphUS, where change and our collective efforts lead to remarkable outcomes.

Chinmaya International Residential School
Nallur Vayal Post
Siruvani Road
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641114
India

Arpit Gawri

Musician, Sound Engineer

As the world embraced diverse musical influences, he felt a growing desire to reconnect with his roots. This desire gave birth to Aatma, a project where he merged Indian folk and classical music with contemporary electronic sound to honour the rich musical heritage of India while infusing it with the global sounds that have defined the modern music landscape. Mr. Arpit Gawri, with two qualifications in Audio Engineering, 10 years of production experience and endless stamina to further explore the depths of his studio abilities bridges the gap between electronic music and Indian folk, a match which opens the mind and bends the genres, one track at a time.

Monish Siripurapu

Architect, Entrepreneur

Mr. Monish is an Architect and 'Antrepreneur', founder of Ant Studio, an innovative architectural practice dwelling in the intersection of Art, Nature and Technology, part of AD100 2024 and carving its name with experiments in the field of sustainability and computational design technology. He is also the founder of CoolAnt, a sustainability think tank innovating Climate-Responsive Building Envelopes through nature-based energy efficient cooling solutions. CoolAnt has received national and international recognition for its work. Their low-carbon cooling systems have won them the National Energy Efficiency Innovation Award (NEEIA), by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), felicitated by President Droupadi Murmu in 2023.

Pundlik Sitaram Wagh

Author, educator, Social Worker

Mr. Pundlik is a visionary and courageous individual treading the path of spirituality. He undertook a nationwide journey on motorcycle covering a distance of 21000 kilometres in 108 days. During this enthralling journey, he visited all the states of Bharat, 50 cities, 80 colleges, surveyed 200 villages, and interacted with around 6500 youngsters from March 11th 2010 to 27th June 2010. He is currently pursuing his research on ‘The ancient Bharatiya mandir and science’. He has a unique method of understanding the ancient Bharatiya wisdom. He is an author, an educationist, a speaker, a counsellor, and a social worker

Rupankar Bhattacharjee

Innovator

Making wildlife films and trying to contribute in making a better place for nature to THRIVE in Urban Biodiversity! Mr. Rupankar is an innovator trying to convert waste to wealth by crafting trash and converting it into sustainable products. He is currently serving as a Social Media Strategist at Assam State Zoo.

Shambhavi Das

Music therapist, Author

Dr. Shambhavi is an Indian classical vocalist, music therapist, author, and educator based in Gurgaon. She is the founder of the Manonaad Centre for Music Therapy and Surdemy Music Education and began her journey in music therapy by working with children and adults suffering from ADHD, Autism, Schizophrenia, PDD, speech disabilities, and other mental and intellectual disabilities. She has received numerous prestigious awards, including Creative Music Therapist of the Year 2021, the Savyasachi Best Educator Award, the Shatakshi Most Inspiring Women Award, the Special Maestro Award, the Nada Award for Excellence, and the Top Educators Award 2022.

Susmith C.S

Design Engineer

Mr. Susmith is a Design Engineer with his heart in a sustainable place . A lifelong maker, his career spans diverse fields, from water plant maintenance to designing futuristic water purifiers, kinetic sculptures, special purpose machines, soft robotics, and productivity tools for social enterprises. He co-invented Malai, a vegan leather alternative derived from coconut water. Passionate and creative about cooking, he views design as a process that transcends disciplines. He believes that to design is evolutionary instinct and underscores the importance of knowing when to stop.