The enterprising city of Coimbatore is all set to witness the 5th edition of 'TEDx Coimbatore 2017 ' which will be hosted on 8th April (Saturday) in Hotel Le Meridian.
TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
Anusha Ravi, Chairman of Park Group of Institutions is the Curator of TEDx Coimbatore. In an exclusive interview to SimpliCity, Anusha shares some intriguing insights about the upcoming edition of TEDx . "TEDx is a independently licensed part of Ted. We are thrilled to host the fifth edition of TEDx Coimbatore after a gap of 3 years.
As always, this year TEDx Coimbatore will feature an astounding line-up of 20 speakers from all over the world. The theme for this fifth edition of TEDx Coimbatore is 'Merge -Past Forward'. This theme was chosen based on the fact that in recent days, everything good that happened in the past times has been re-invented for the future.
For example, organic farming practices which were followed in olden days has become the most sought after thing by the people of this generation. Likewise, People are passionate about implementing olden techniques and concepts by sprinkling some improvisation. They understand the values behind it.
Ready to witness the exceptional speakers who have some out of world concepts and ideas to share with. Have you ever heard of happy muscles, alternative photography, Anti-gravity yoga....you will hear it in TEDx Coimbatore.
We have a speaker from Singapore who will be talking about Bio Resonance Device which will be able to pick up diseases which cannot be diagnosed even through MRIs, an architect, who will be talking about building vertical forests and intelligent buildings and much more. Hence, the organizers rightfully call this event 'The Brain Spa for Coimbatore'!
Apart from key note sessions by Speakers, TEDx will showcase spell-binding performances by great artists of varied genres. Noted Singer Vandana Srinivasan, World musician Nirali, Bharatnatyam Dancer Charles Ma, International Yoga Award Winner Vyshnavi.
At TEDx Coimbatore 2017, even the food will speak for the theme 'Merge -Past Forward'. Yes! a surprising palette of sumptuous delicacies is sure to treat your taste buds.
And, moreover, TEDx is just not about witnessing speeches of eminent people but it's also a one-of-a-kind platform for meeting new people and networking'. said Anusha Ravi, Curator, TEDx Coimbatore.
TEDx Coimbatore is scheduled to be hosted in Hotel Le Meridian on April 8th from 9.00 AM to 6.00 PM. For registrations logon to www.tedxcoimbatore.org or mail to [email protected].