Karnataka Educators’ Summit & Dynamic School Awards 2025: Where Visionaries Redefined the Future of Indian Education
In the timeless city of Mysuru, known for its cultural depth and scholarly tradition, a new legacy in education was quietly but powerfully shaped. The Karnataka Educators’ Summit 2025 & Dynamic School Awards 2025, hosted by EducationToday in association with International Baccalaureate (IB) and powered by Education News Network, brought together a diverse and impactful group of Indian education leaders under one roof.
Held at the prestigious Radisson Blu Hotel on 14th October 2025, the Karnataka Educators’ Summit marked a significant milestone in the ongoing education transformation in India. It was a space for principals, educators, policymakers, and education entrepreneurs to connect, share, and celebrate their contributions to schools and student success.
From compelling discussions to heartfelt recognitions, the summit offered a comprehensive look at the current state and future of schooling in India.
Technology is only meaningful when it’s human-centric and purpose-driven.
Key Takeaway: For Indian students to thrive globally, classrooms must encourage critical thinking, multilingualism, real-world application, and experiential learning.
Featured Edupreneurs:
The goal isn’t just to produce workers. It’s to shape adaptable, ethical, and reflective global citizens.
The summit delivered a clear and inspiring message: we don’t have to wait for change—because we are the change.
To every educator who dares to dream, every school that dares to do differently, and every learner who dares to ask why not—this summit was for you.
Because the future of schooling isn’t waiting.
It’s already here.
Held at the prestigious Radisson Blu Hotel on 14th October 2025, the Karnataka Educators’ Summit marked a significant milestone in the ongoing education transformation in India. It was a space for principals, educators, policymakers, and education entrepreneurs to connect, share, and celebrate their contributions to schools and student success.
From compelling discussions to heartfelt recognitions, the summit offered a comprehensive look at the current state and future of schooling in India.
A Symbolic Beginning: Lighting the Flame of Progress
The summit commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony—a timeless Indian ritual symbolizing the triumph of knowledge over ignorance and the beginning of something profound.
Among the dignitaries who led this ceremonial moment were:
- Mr. Anil Sharma, Managing Director, EducationToday
- Ms. Vibha Raj, CEO, EducationToday
- Ms. Ramya Venkataraman, CEO, CENTA
- Mr. Mahesh Balakrishnan, Senior Development Manager – India & Nepal, IB
- Dr. Anand Lakshman, Founder & CEO, AddressHealth
- Mr. Manjunath Ramanathan, Secretary, Sri Sharada Public School, Mysuru
Conversations That Counted: High-Impact Panel Discussions
One of the most enriching parts of the Karnataka Educators’ Summit 2025 was its insightful panel discussions, which brought together seasoned educators to explore practical, scalable solutions to challenges faced by schools today.Panel 1: Future-Proofing Schools – Blending Pedagogy with Emerging Technology
Moderator:- Dr. Manila Carvalho, Principal, Delhi Public School, Bangalore East
- Dr. B. Gayethri Devi, Principal, Little Flower Public School
- Dr. Sarada Chandrasekaran, Director, Whitefield Global School
- Vamsheepriya Amar, Principal, MVJ International School
- Dr. Reshma Ganesh, Founder Principal & Campus Director, SSRVM Bengaluru East
- Ciny V T, Principal, Dayananda Sagar Public School
Technology is only meaningful when it’s human-centric and purpose-driven.
Panel 2: Collaborative Curriculum Design – Aligning Indian Classrooms with Global Standards
Moderator:- Ms. Suseela Santhosh, Director, Vishwa Vidyapeeth Group of Schools
- Dr. Nadoja Wooday P Krishna, Honorary General Secretary, Seshadripuram Educational Trust
- Ms. Brinda Srinivas, Founder & Director, Chimes Montessori
- Mr. Rajeev Kumar Pargaien, Director, 10X International School
- Mr. Tanveer Ahmed, CEO, Little Flower Public School & Mitra Academy
Key Takeaway: For Indian students to thrive globally, classrooms must encourage critical thinking, multilingualism, real-world application, and experiential learning.
Spotlight on Edupreneurs: Innovation That Inspires
The summit’s most electric segment was the Edupreneur Spotlight, during which transformative education leaders presented real-world solutions that are shaking up traditional education.Featured Edupreneurs:
- Aneesh Bangia, Co-founder, Open Door
➤ Reimagining assessments as tools for curiosity and conceptual learning.
- Praveen Shivaprasad, Founder, SustainEdge
➤ Advocated for smart operational systems and eco-conscious campuses.
- Dr. Kannan Gireesh, Founder-CEO, LiveLife Education
➤ Shared his mission to build emotionally resilient students through life skills programs.
- Dr. Anand Lakshman, CEO, AddressHealth
➤ Called attention to student health as foundational to learning outcomes.
- Ramya Venkataraman, CEO, CENTA
➤ Urged systemic teacher development in India and recruitment change, citing a national teacher shortage.
- Suren Ramasubbu, Director, Academica International Studies
➤ Discussed how international education fosters global citizenship and cross-cultural fluency.
The Global Perspective: Keynote Address from IB
Delivering the keynote was Mr. Mahesh Balakrishnan, Senior Development Manager (India & Nepal) at International Baccalaureate (IB). In his address, he outlined how IB partnership prepares students not just for exams but for life beyond school—a world that values agility, empathy, and global awareness.The goal isn’t just to produce workers. It’s to shape adaptable, ethical, and reflective global citizens.
Honouring Trailblazers: Dynamic School Awards 2025
A central highlight of the summit was the Dynamic School Awards 2025—a tribute to schools and leaders making exceptional strides in academic excellence, holistic development, inclusive practices, and school leadership. Each accolade stood as a celebration of dedication, creativity, and courage—honouring those who are not merely adapting to change but actively leading it.Reflections: More Than an Event, A Movement
As the Karnataka Educators’ Summit 2025 drew to a close, one truth stood out unmistakably—this was far more than a professional gathering. It was a powerful collective commitment to reimagining and rewriting the future of Indian education.The summit delivered a clear and inspiring message: we don’t have to wait for change—because we are the change.
Special Thanks to Our Partners
The Mysuru education event was made possible through the generous support of partners dedicated to education transformation in India:- UniPro – Uniform Partner
- Entab Infotech Ltd.
- LiveLife Education
- Academica International Studies
- AddressHealth
- CENTA
- Open Door
- SustainEdge
Looking Ahead: Lighting the Way Forward
The lamp lit at the beginning of the education summit Karnataka continues to burn—not just in Mysuru, but in classrooms across Karnataka and beyond.To every educator who dares to dream, every school that dares to do differently, and every learner who dares to ask why not—this summit was for you.
Because the future of schooling isn’t waiting.
It’s already here.
