In the TEDx talk titled “India’s Place in 21st Century,” Ratnesh Mishra takes the audience on an inspiring journey through India’s advancements in space exploration. Sharing his personal story, he emphasizes the significance of dreaming big and how perseverance can lead to remarkable achievements. From his childhood fascination with space to his role in launching the satellite Pratam, Mishra underscores the vital importance of satellites in our daily lives, from GPS and weather forecasting to national security.
He connects these technological marvels to the aspirations of today’s youth, showing how anyone, regardless of their background, can contribute to Indian space missions. Through his initiative, the Igniting Dreams of Young Minds Foundation, Mishra highlights the transformative power of education in remote areas, where he has reached thousands. The talk culminates with a call to action for today’s youth to engage with science and technology, equipping them to play a pivotal role in India’s future in space. With an optimistic tone, Mishra insists, “Your dream doesn’t care about your mood,” motivating the younger generation to pursue their passions relentlessly.
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In the 21st century, India is not just participating but leading conversations on climate change, peace, and sustainable development. We stand for democracy, diversity, and harmony — values that inspire the world. From this topic India is seen as one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, leading in areas such as technology, space research, and renewable energy. From launching successful space missions like Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan to becoming a global hub for startups and digital innovation, India is showing the world what determination and vision can achieve. President IDYM foundation, Founder Gtarang Energy Solutions, Ex. Project Manager of Pratham, Graduate with Dual Degree (B.Tech & M.Tech) in Aerospace Engineering IIT Bombay.
I am a technical enthusiast with passion towards entrepreneurship. Born and raised in industrial city Raipur, Chhattisgarh. My love towards the technology innovations lead me to be part various project from IIT including IIT Bombay’s 1st student satellite project “Pratham”. Later lead the team as Project Manager to successful launch of Pratham with ISRO’s PSLV-C35 on 26th Sept. 2016.
Currently contributing to the nation building with his work towards space exploration for kids and energy efficient solutions for industries.. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “India's Place in 21st Century | Ratnesh Mishra | TEDxMLZS Gwalior Youth” was uploaded on 10/13/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks