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FAILFORWARD

Presented byTEDxYouth@CHIREC
2nd August, 2025CHIREC International School, Serilingampally

About TEDxYouth@CHIREC

TEDxYouth@CHIREC is a crucible of innovation, where the world's most audacious thinkers and creators converge. We don't just share ideas; we ignite movements. This year, we venture beyond the known, exploring the frontiers of science, art, and human consciousness.

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Student Speakers

Akhilesh Palakodeti is a Y2 IBDP student at CHIREC International School where he studies Math, Physics, and Economics. He is deeply passionate about history, politics and sociology. He is an avid reader of the Economist magazine, who enjoys high-tension discussions and varying perspectives. Akhilesh represented India as a member of the Indian Debate Squad in 2023 and is the winner and best novice speaker of the International Competition for Young Debaters hosted by the Cambridge Union. He thrives on critical questions, late-night discussions, and mildly alarming amounts of coffee.
Akhilesh Palakodeti is a Y2 IBDP student at CHIREC International School where he studies Math, Physics, and Economics. He is deeply passionate about history, politics and sociology. He is an avid reader of the Economist magazine, who enjoys high-tension discussions and varying perspectives. Akhilesh represented India as a member of the Indian Debate Squad in 2023 and is the winner and best novice speaker of the International Competition for Young Debaters hosted by the Cambridge Union. He thrives on critical questions, late-night discussions, and mildly alarming amounts of coffee.
Rikith is a 12th grade CBSE student hoping to pursue economics and finance. When he’s not at an MUN strengthening his articulation skills and love for policy you’ll probably find him appealing to the umpire for a lbw that’s clearly not out! His friends call him an enthusiastic yapper- someone who can go on and on, about absolutely nothing. As a frequent baker he’s always trying to master intricate dishes which are bound to go south. His brownies are a school favourite! He is ecstatic to be part of the TedX team as a speaker and can’t wait till the day of the event!
Rikith is a 12th grade CBSE student hoping to pursue economics and finance. When he’s not at an MUN strengthening his articulation skills and love for policy you’ll probably find him appealing to the umpire for a lbw that’s clearly not out! His friends call him an enthusiastic yapper- someone who can go on and on, about absolutely nothing. As a frequent baker he’s always trying to master intricate dishes which are bound to go south. His brownies are a school favourite! He is ecstatic to be part of the TedX team as a speaker and can’t wait till the day of the event!
Manya is a Grade 12 IBDP student at CHIREC. She started Project SignVerse to raise awareness about Indian Sign Language through interactive, empathy-driven sessions. Later, as part of ISB’s I-Venture program, she pitched AccessAbility — an AI-based idea to make sign language more accessible in everyday spaces. Outside of that, she’s usually painting, journaling, or learning Mandarin and Korean — with more languages definitely on the way. Her TEDx talk explores how silence, failure, and connection intertwine — and the quiet lessons they leave behind.
Manya is a Grade 12 IBDP student at CHIREC. She started Project SignVerse to raise awareness about Indian Sign Language through interactive, empathy-driven sessions. Later, as part of ISB’s I-Venture program, she pitched AccessAbility — an AI-based idea to make sign language more accessible in everyday spaces. Outside of that, she’s usually painting, journaling, or learning Mandarin and Korean — with more languages definitely on the way. Her TEDx talk explores how silence, failure, and connection intertwine — and the quiet lessons they leave behind.
Thrinay is a driven student passionate about creating impact through leadership and innovation. As former school president and founder of CAS Connect, a platform linking Hyderabad’s youth and corporate organizations with NGOs, he blends tech with social good. His work with NGOs and victories at various business summits reflect his commitment to civic engagement and creative communication. A top scorer in Economics, Thrinay is also an avid Formula One fan, listener, and fast learner. In his talk, he explores failure: not as defeat, but as a chance to grow. He believes our response to failure shapes who we are more than the failure itself.
Thrinay is a driven student passionate about creating impact through leadership and innovation. As former school president and founder of CAS Connect, a platform linking Hyderabad’s youth and corporate organizations with NGOs, he blends tech with social good. His work with NGOs and victories at various business summits reflect his commitment to civic engagement and creative communication. A top scorer in Economics, Thrinay is also an avid Formula One fan, listener, and fast learner. In his talk, he explores failure: not as defeat, but as a chance to grow. He believes our response to failure shapes who we are more than the failure itself.