Einstein’s Law of Energy and the Conservation of Energy (Akarma)
Introduction
Welcome to a special edition of Illuminating Education: Research, Awareness, and Meditation in the Classroom: Roundtable. I am your moderator, Dhwani Shah, the podcast series brought to you by Bharatversity and Osho Fragrance.
In an era where academic pressure often overshadows inner peace, we are diving deep into how research-driven awareness and meditative practices can transform the modern learning environment. To guide this exploration, we are joined by a truly multidisciplinary panel of visionaries:
- Anil Pandit: An esteemed alumnus of IIT Bombay, bringing a sharp, analytical perspective on how structured excellence meets mindfulness.
- Dr. Madhumita Chatterji: The Director of ABBS School of Management Bangalore, an acclaimed author, and a researcher who bridges the gap between management pedagogy and holistic development.
- Debasis Satapathy: General Manager (HR) at NBCC, Government of India, offering a vital look at how human resource development and emotional intelligence serve as the backbone of institutional growth.
- Kamlesh Pandey: A legendary Indian Screenwriter, who brings the creative spark of storytelling and the deep introspection required for authentic expression.
Together, we will examine how we can move beyond the syllabus to cultivate a classroom culture rooted in presence and profound insight.
Let’s Meet Our Panelists:
- Welcome, Anil Pandit, a highly accomplished IIT Bombay alumnus and Chartered Engineer with over fifty five years of expertise in technology leadership and patent innovation. As a dedicated mentor and member of the Bureau of Indian Standards, he bridges the gap between industrial excellence and engineering education.
- Welcome Dr. Madhumita Chatterji, formerly the CEO of Ants Consulting and Services, a renowned expert in Corporate Social Responsibility and Cross-Cultural Management. She holds a Ph.D. from Jadavpur University and serves as a global consultant and mentor, specialising in emotional intelligence and spiritual approaches to leadership.
- Welcome Debasis Satapathy, leverages 32+ years of expertise to drive business transformation, bridging the gap between human resources strategy and organizational profitability. His expertise spans Telecom and FMCG, with a core focus on organizational restructuring and OD excellence. He is notably recognized for his unique research on Management lessons from the Mahabharat and his success in building large-scale operations and robust talent pipelines for industry leaders like Airtel and Idea Cellular.
- Welcome Kamlesh Pandey, a highly acclaimed advertising veteran with over five decades of experience across films, television, and marketing. A CAG Hall of Fame inductee and multi-award winner, he is the creative force behind iconic works like Tezaab, Rang De Basanti, and the cult TV series Karamchand.
Questions for the Entire Panel:
- The Dual Usage of Atomic Energy: Examining how the smallest atom triggers the power to destroy cities like Hiroshima and Nagasaki, OR – We can use science to direct it to make our life feel more effortless and comfortable every day.
- Vital Energy and Self-Development: Exploring how our body’s internal energy can be consciously enhanced and directed toward personal growth, self-actualisation for societal gratification.
Questions for the Individual Panelists:
- Anil Pandit:
- How does Illuminated Education help Students?
- How to club Science with Spirituality?
- Debasis Satapathy:
- Emotional Intelligence Part – 1
- Dr. Madhumita Chatterji:
- In today’s world where success is measured by material goods, how can we bring sustainability and human welfare?
- Technology is amoral but usage gives it morality or immorality. How do we bring this holistic learning among youth?
- Kamlesh Pandey:
- How can the science of synthesis like Yoga be integrated with the modern science of analysis in our education system?
- What role does the inner growth of a student play in his or her outer growth?
