Theme: UN-VEIL

In a world obsessed with invention, we often miss the extraordinary solutions that already exist around us.
UNVEIL is about the transformative journey of Unhide → Un-see → Unveil – discovering sustainable, scalable solutions that were hiding in plain sight.
The answers we seek aren't in distant laboratories. They're woven into the fabric of our daily lives, our traditions, and our communities.
Join us as we explore how shifting our perspective can unlock solutions that are more sustainable, accessible, and in harmony with both humanity and our planet.
Because sometimes, the most revolutionary act is simply learning to unveil what was never really hidden.

IIT MRP
MGR Film City Road, Kanagam , Tharamani
Next to Taj Mews
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600113
India

Archana Raghuram

Specialises in Correlation and philosophy at intersection of science & Spirituality,Forbes 'Good Samaritan' Awardee, "one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business" by Fast Company, Former CEO, United Way Chennai. Former Senior Director, Cognizant technology

Former CEO, United Way Chennai. Former Senior Director, Cognizant Archana Raghuram runs a You Tube channel called Temples, Books and Science where she shares her knowledge on ancient philosophy, art, architecture, and legends of our ancient temples and books that are at the intersection of science and spirituality. She was the Global head of Cognizant's Volunteering program, which grew to become the world's largest corporate volunteering program, under her leadership. She was awarded the prestigious Forbes India Philanthropy Award in the 'Good Samaritan' category by the Forbes India Magazine. She was honored as "one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business" by a leading US publication, Fast Company.

Dr Chandan ys

Neurosurgeon taking us on an interesting drive through our own brains

Neurosurgeon

Dr Gaurav Raina

What is Being Pi–shaped: Interesting Insight on Growing Minds and Shaping Nations in an AI World by AI & Machine Learning Expert, Former Chairman -Mobile Payment Forum of India(Body that shaped IMPS &UPI)

AI & Machine Learning Expert | Former Chairman, Mobile Payment Forum of India (IMPS & UPI) | Chief Scientist, CHAI Lab,Professor, IIT Madras|Ramanujan Fellow- Mathematician

Dr Joyce Nirmala

Research Scientist

Chief Scientific officer, IIT Madras - she has been researching on Indian spices specific to nanotechnology formulation and their miraculous impact on treatment & cure of aggressive diseases.

Dr Madhumala Chattopadhyay

The Braveheart anthropologist — first woman to establish peaceful contact with the world’s oldest indigenous tribes and the most isolated island on earth

Anthropologist

Tarun Sekar

Founder of uru Instruments., Architect, Musician

The Artist who brought Back 2000-Year-Old lost music Instrument

yogita uchil

Soul on a plate

Yogita Uchil is a food evangelist and curator dedicated to reviving India’s regional and micro cuisines. Founder of Soul On A Plate, she creates immersive culinary experiences that preserve forgotten recipes and celebrate pure, local ingredients. Rooted in her Mangalorean heritage and shaped by travels across India, Yogita blends storytelling with food to connect people to the history, culture, and soul of what they eat.