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Futures
Where the Brightest Minds Play Nostradamus
Speakers
The Platform is the Future Station | Aravind Sanka | 11am
In the age of the platform economy, what does it take to build a platform that defines the future? Aravind Sanka, founder of Rapido, shares insights into creating scalable platforms, adapting to evolving consumer needs, and predicting the next evolution of the platform ecosystem.
The Throne of Tomorrow: A Lavatorial Leap Forward | Jack Sim | 12pm
Get ready to flush away your preconceptions about toilets! This captivating talk will explore the global sanitation crisis and the innovative solutions that are revolutionising the way we think about toilets.
Rewriting Tomorrow: Predicting History’s Role in the Future | Sunil Amrith | 2pm
In this compelling talk, historian Sunil Amrith explores how history not only reflects the past but also shapes the possibilities of the future. By examining historical patterns and their impact on contemporary challenges, he reveals how understanding our past can inform and inspire future decisions.
Bylines and Botlines: The New Story of Newsrooms | Anupreeta Das | 3pm
Financial journalist Anupreeta Das unearths the evolving dynamics of modern newsrooms, where traditional bylines meet the rising influence of AI and automation. She delves into the opportunities and challenges posed by technology, reshaping how stories are sourced, reported, and shared.
Unlocking the Future of Urban Livability in Indian Cities | Sriharsha Majety | 4pm
A moderated discussion on improving urban environments in India. This will explore the intersection of corporate vision and urban development, addressing crucial questions about the balance between city and rural growth, inclusivity, and overcoming future challenges.
The New Playbook: Sport in 2050 | Ed Smith | 5pm
Cricket analyst and author Ed Smith takes a bold leap into the future of sports, envisioning how technology, culture, and global trends will redefine the games we love. From data-driven strategies to the evolution of athletes, he explores what competition might look like in 2050.
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Solutions for Bengaluru’s Future – Namma Bengaluru Challenge | 7pm
The Namma Bengaluru Challenge Awards is a celebration of innovative minds dedicated to making Bengaluru safer, friendlier, and more liveable.
After weeks of deliberation and an incredible response from changemakers, the top 8 finalists are ready to present their groundbreaking ideas to a distinguished jury. This is your chance to witness transformative solutions that reimagine Bengaluru’s future, driven by passion and practicality.
Join us as we honor the visionaries shaping tomorrow. The top 5 winners will be announced live, and the coveted ₹10 lakh prize will be awarded to the most impactful ideas.
Let’s celebrate the spirit of innovation and the collective dream for a better Bengaluru.
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Speakers
Aravind Sanka
Jack Sim
Jack Sim is globally renowned as Mr Toilet. Jack grew up in a slum in Singapore and although he did not have a university degree, this did not stop him from starting a series of profitable businesses. He retired from his businesses at the age of forty to dedicate himself to humanitarian causes.
When he saw 2.6 billion people without proper sanitation, he founded the World Toilet Organisation in 2001 and transformed the taboo of toilets and sanitation into a media darling mobilising politicians, governments, celebrities and funds to give sanitation its own agenda on the global stage. Jack was named one of the Heroes of the Environment for 2008 by Time magazine.
Sunil Amrith
Sunil Amrith is the Renu and Anand Dhawan Professor of History at Yale University, with a secondary appointment as Professor at the Yale School of the Environment.
He is the author of five books, most recently The Burning Earth: An Environmental History of the Last 500 Years.
Amrith is the recipient of multiple awards, including the 2016 Infosys Prize for Humanities, a 2017 MacArthur Fellowship, and the 2024 Fukuoka Academic Prize.
Anupreeta Das
Anupreeta Das is South Asia correspondent for The New York Times. She joined The Times in 2020 as finance editor.
Before that, she spent a decade at The Wall Street Journal in various roles, including deputy business editor.
Sriharsha Majety
Sriharsha Majety is the Co-Founder and Group CEO of Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform. Founded in 2014, Swiggy’s mission is to elevate the quality of life for the urban consumer by offering unparalleled convenience. As one of India’s most well-recognized hyperlocal brands, Swiggy serves millions of consumers each month in food delivery by partnering with over 280,000 restaurants across 600+ cities in the country. Its Quick commerce engine Swiggy Instamart delivers a wide-selection of grocery and other merchandise in under 10 minutes to consumers across 25+ cities.
As part of its core DNA, Swiggy continues to innovate and integrate new lines of business on its multi-service app, cutting-edge tech-backbone, and much-loved membership programme Swiggy One. Examples include Swiggy Dineout which offers restaurant booking and discounts in over 34 cities, and concierge service Swiggy Genie that serves 68 cities.
Harsha started his career in investment banking with Nomura International in the United Kingdom. He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering from BITS Pilani and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta.
Ed Smith
Ed Smith is renowned thinker on sport, leadership and decision-making. He is Co-Founder and Director of the Institute of Sports Humanities. His new book, Making Decisions is out now, published by the William Collins imprint at HarperCollins.
Ed played cricket for Kent, Middlesex and England and was Chief Selector for England cricket from 2018 to 2021, a period of unprecedented success for England’s men’s teams.
He is a Contributing Writer for the New Statesman.
