17/04/2026
On 16 April 2026, .international.school hosted its maiden TEDxSIS – Pune Youth 2025–26, centred around the theme “Legacy in the Making.” The event brought together voices of leadership, service, creativity, alumni journeys, and student perspectives on one powerful stage.
The event was graced by Chief Guest, Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Principal Director, Symbiosis & Pro Chancellor, SIU, and began with the ceremonial lamp lighting, followed by the Director’s Address by Ms. Shalini Singh Hamilton, setting the tone for a day of reflection and inspiration.
The speaker lineup showcased diverse interpretations of legacy:
- Amruta (Yeravdekar) Ruikar, Head – International Admissions & Promotions, Symbiosis, spoke about building institutional legacy and the vision that shapes global education.
- Brig. Rajiv Williams, YSM (Retd.), shared powerful insights on the enduring legacy of service beyond duty.
- Dr. Nikita Mehta, Wildlife Veterinarian, highlighted leading with empathy through her work with animals and conservation.
- Student speakers Kiyan Kapur (DP2), Suhana Stephen (DP2), and Vivaan Arya (DP2) moved the audience with reflections on beginning their own legacy as learners and young thinkers.
- Shlok Ranka, Alumnus, spoke about carrying the school’s imprint forward into the world.
- Anjali Damani, Choreographer, offered a creative perspective on reinventing legacy through art and expression.
The event also featured a heartfelt poem recitation and a musical performance adding warmth and energy to the exchange of ideas.
TEDxSIS was not just a platform for ideas, but a celebration of how legacy is shaped through actions, choices, and voices—here and now.