We share ideas worth spreading

About TED & TEDx

TEDxDalLake

In the spirit of discovering and spreading ideas, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks videos and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including TEDxDalLake, are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

TED is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to discovering, debating and spreading ideas that spark conversation, deepen understanding and drive meaningful change. TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today it spans a wide range of fields through TED Talks, podcasts, short video series, TED-Ed lessons and global initiatives.

Theme · 2025

Changemakers of Kashmir

TEDxDalLake is a celebration of people who refuse to wait for change — they create it. Our 2025 theme spotlights educators, artists, entrepreneurs, activists, technologists and community leaders building new futures across Kashmir.

Set on the shores of Dal Lake at SKICC, TEDxDalLake brings together local stories and global ideas in an intimate, high-energy space designed for curiosity, connection and action.

Event snapshot

Date & Time: 25 December 2025-10:00AM to 10:00PM

Venue: Tagore Hall, Wazir Bagh, Gogji Bagh, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, 190008, India

City: Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India

Event type: Standard TEDx event

Audience: Open to the public · Limited seats

Organizing Team

Curated by people who love Kashmir

TEDxDalLake is led by local organizers who are deeply connected to the Valley, its people and its future.

Irfan Attari

Licsence & Organizer · TEDxDalLake

Leads the overall vision, curation and experience of TEDxDalLake, building a platform where Kashmiri ideas can travel to the world.

RJ Umar Nisar

Co-organizer · TEDxDalLake

Co-designs the program, storytelling and on-stage experience, bringing his media and communication background to the TEDxDalLake stage.

Dr. Amit Wanchoo
Co-organizer · TEDxDalLake

Co-designs the program, speaker journey, and overall event experience, bringing his leadership, academic insight, and vision to the TEDxDalLake stage to inspire meaningful conversations and ideas worth spreading.