Sustainable development and transformative impact | Piya Mahtaney | TEDxElproIntlSchool

Описание: The Talk focuses on economic transformation, sustainable development, and skill development, particularly in India’s context. It highlights that while global transformation presents opportunities, it also creates uncertainty, requiring effective management. Many developing nations struggle due to inadequate capacity building rather than a lack of resources. The speaker introduces the PEPP growth model (Pro-Environment, People, and Prosperity), emphasizing that economic growth alone is insufficient without governance and institutional reforms. Skill development is crucial as millions remain in informal, low-paying jobs, and AI-driven automation threatens future employment. To remain relevant, individuals must develop skills in creative, social, and manipulative intelligence—areas less susceptible to automation. Sustainable development progress remains slow, but renewable energy offers job opportunities, particularly in India’s hydropower sector. The talk concludes with a call for “Skill India” as a pathway to economic growth and fulfillment, advocating coordinated policies, education reforms, and sustainable practices. Piya Mahtaney is an economist, author, and journalist with a Master's in Development Economics from Leicester University, England. She began her career with The Times of India as Assistant Editor and later joined The Economic Times as a Senior Feature Writer, covering socio-economic issues. Her expertise in economic development and globalisation led to authorship and contributions as a visiting lecturer at St. Xavier’s Institute of Communications and College. She is a council member of the Forum of Free Enterprise and writes a monthly column for Forum Views, published by the BSE. A trained classical Western ballet dancer since childhood, Piya balances her analytical pursuits with artistic passion. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx