TEDxKanke: Breaking Barriers
Chanakya BNR Hotel, Ranchi • 23rd February 2020
This event has concluded. Relive the highlights below!
Chanakya BNR Hotel, Ranchi • 23rd February 2020
This event has concluded. Relive the highlights below!Explore inspiring stories, event highlights, and exclusive content on our official YouTube channel.
Watch NowOn February 23, 2020, at the historic Chanakya BNR Hotel, Ranchi, TEDxKanke hosted its landmark event “Breaking Barriers”, bringing together thought leaders, innovators, dreamers, and changemakers from across India and the globe.
TEDxKanke believes that ideas have the power to transform attitudes, inspire action, and reshape the world. By breaking stereotypes, overcoming challenges, and pushing beyond boundaries, our speakers shared stories that continue to inspire lives.
13+ inspiring voices who shared groundbreaking ideas and journeys
Partner at Ventureast, Tech leader & startup mentor.
AI Expert & Founder, Paris Women in Machine Learning & Data Science.
IPS officer, social reformer & citizen-focused innovator.
International Golf Referee, athlete & adventurer.
Pediatric Urologist & CEO, Fitterfly.
Happiness activist & founder of Hannah’s Happiness Project.
Musician, composer & global performer.
Mountaineer, motivational speaker, first woman from Karnataka to summit Everest.
Renowned diplomat & advisor to the Prime Minister of India.
Father of HRD in India & Ex-Professor, IIM Ahmedabad.
CEO, Fast Lane Automotive, futurist & entrepreneur.
Entrepreneur, CEO & Co-founder, 366Pi.
Co-founder, I-Parliament, youth leader & democratic reform advocate.
Founder, Kutani Handpan Academy, musician & educator.
Barriers exist in society, culture, technology, and even within our minds. This event challenged those boundaries and encouraged participants to dream bigger, live bolder, and act with courage. Whether it was climbing mountains, innovating in healthcare, creating global music, or reimagining education — every story reminded us that the impossible is just an opportunity waiting to be conquered.
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TEDxKanke: A New Era has ended, but the ideas live on. Follow us for updates on upcoming events, inspiring talks, and new opportunities to be part of the movement.