Theme: Belagaam ~ Urdu for Unbridled

Urdu for Unbridled, Belagaam captures the reality of the new world order we’re experiencing today. Our theme highlights our belief that to beat an unconventional problem; we need to adopt an unconventional approach.This year, we want to act as the platform that brings you unorthodox work, ideas & stories that give the audience the requisite impetus to take on what lies ahead. We intend to serve as an interface for inspired minds and ideals, to connect with a young, relentless audience, waiting to find that one spark that sets them free!

MICA Ahmedabad
Telav-Ghuma road, Shela, Gujarat- 380058
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380058
India

Aaquib Wani

Experiential Designer & Art Director

Aaquib Wani is a visionary creator who’s made big moves in the industries of experiential design and visual arts. His artistic agenda and pioneering work stand beyond just creating fine art- it extends to curating a platform for the survival of indigenous talent & building a self-sustainable system for the future.

Joe Morrison

Sports Presenter

A recognised name in the sport, Joe is renowned for his work as presenter for major competitions for multiple TV networks which provides the sport’s coverage to the Middle East, Subcontinent and Southeast Asia regions. C2K (Countdown 2 Kickoff), which was hosted by him alongside various pundits, Indian and international, on the Ten Network, gained a cult following for its coverage of the Champions League, Europa League, major competitions across Europe and Indian football. He was the anchor for Facebook Watch’s coverage of La Liga in the Indian subcontinent during the 2020-21 season.

Licypriya Kangujam

Child Environmentalist

An activist from Manipur, is yet to turn ten but commands the world's attention when she speaks about climate change. She is one of the youngest climate activists globally and has addressed world leaders at the United Nations Climate Conference 2019 (COP25) in Madrid, Spain asking them to take immediate climate actions. Licypriya has been campaigning for India's climate action since 2018 to pass new laws to curb its high pollution levels and make climate change literacy mandatory in schools. From spearheading the Great October March at India gate in 2019 to submitting a memorandum to the UN's Secretary-General. TEDxMICA's youngest speaker makes her presence & intent felt everywhere she goes.

Poulomi Pavini Shukla

Supreme Court lawyer, Author & Social worker

Poulomi Paavini Shukla is a Supreme Court Lawyer, Author and Social Worker that is passionate about helping orphan children in India and imagine a better future for themselves. Through her relentless work and influence, the Union Budget for orphans doubled in 2019-2020. She helped orphans get their basic rights to education and work opportunities on a national level through reservations across Indian states.

Shaheen Mistri

Founder & CEO, Teach for India

Shaheen Mistri is the CEO of Teach For India and serves as one of its founding board members. Teach For India directly impacts approximately 32,000 children across seven regions in India. Shaheen currently serves on the boards of Akanksha Foundation. Shaheen has been an Ashoka Fellow, a Global Leader for Tomorrow at the World Economic Forum, and an Asia Society 21 Leader. She is also the author of the book, Redrawing India and the Miss Muglee Children’s Books.

Subhash Kamath

CEO, BBH & Publicis Worldwide, India

Subhash Kamath has been in the business of building brands for 32 years, over two decades of which have been in senior leadership roles. Over those years, he has worked in renowned creative agencies in India like Ogilvy, Trikaya Grey, Ambience Publicis and Bates 141. He was one of the founding managing partners at BBH India in 2009 and currently serves as the CEO for BBH India; Publicis Worldwide, India (part of the Publicis Groupe). Subhash currently also serves as the Chairman of ASCI (The Advertising Standards Council of India).

Sucharita Tyagi

Film Critic, Film Companion

Sucharita Tyagi is one of the most prominent film critics in India. She is best known for her popular movie reviews and has built a community of dedicated fans over the years. She's one of the first members of the nationwide Film Critics Guild. She is also well-known as an emcee, voice-over artist, writer and feminist.

Ullas Samrat

Sustainability Entrepreneur

Ullas Samrat - co-founder of Triton Foodworks, a self-funded precision farming startup that uses hydroponics and low-cost internet-enabled smart farms using 300 times less land. He has been featured in Forbes 30 under 30 both in India and Asia, Foodtech 500, and works with UNEP regarding international policies and businesses.