Srijan Pal Singh is an author, public speaker, education innovator, and social entrepreneur. A Gold Medalist from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), he served as an advisor to Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India.
He is the Founder of the Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Centre, a non-profit organization dedicated to carrying forward Dr Kalam’s vision through integrated missions across education, innovation, and social development.
He is also the Founder of Homi Lab, the world's first future learning lab, which creates next-generation learning content using cutting-edge tools to equip young minds for the challenges of the future.
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Nation-Builders of Tomorrow | Srijan Pal Singh with Dr. Atya Kapley | OCLF
On 23nd Nov 2025 01.00 PM TO 01:40 PM
In this energising OCLF session, author and educator Srijan Pal Singh joined senior scientist Dr. Atya Kapley for a compelling conversation on how every student, regardless of age, can become a real changemaker. Drawing from his work with Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Srijan Pal Singh encouraged young minds to move beyond memorising facts and start solving problems that matter.
He highlighted how India is rapidly advancing in science, technology, defence, and innovation, creating an environment where students can dream bigger and contribute meaningfully. The discussion touched upon brain drain, rising opportunities in India, and the need to replace the “chalta hai” mindset with responsibility and action.
Dr. Kapley guided the conversation with scientific clarity, bringing focus to research, environmental leadership, and strengthening the innovation ecosystem.
The session concluded with a powerful reminder that each student carries the potential to influence India’s future through curiosity, courage, and purposeful learning.