A groundbreaking event titled “One Tablet: Infinite Futures” will convene in Burlington, MA, focusing on the transformative role of the Indian diaspora in advancing education in India through innovation and technology.
A discussion on the future of education in India is scheduled to take place on July 23, 2025, at the Burlington Marriott in Burlington, MA. Dubbed “One Tablet: Infinite Futures,” the event will bring together leading academics and changemakers to explore the transformative potential of the Indian diaspora in enhancing education in India.
Moderated by Satish Jha, a former editor of the Times of India Group and an influential advocate for education reform, the panel will feature notable figures like Prof. Ujjayant Chakravorty from Tufts University and Prof. M.S. Vijay Kumar from MIT. The conversation will revolve around practical strategies to leverage diaspora expertise for the betterment of India’s educational infrastructure and learning outcomes, particularly in underserved regions.
A key highlight of the event is the success story of Vidyabharati Schools, a nationwide network educating about 1% of India’s student population while regularly capturing more than half of the top 10 rankings in state board exams. This exemplifies scalable, inclusive, and high-impact education.
Distinguished Panelists:
Prof. Ujjayant Chakravorty: An economist at Tufts University focusing on sustainable systems and development, Prof. Chakravorty will offer insights on how India’s educational infrastructure can be enhanced through data-driven policies and resource optimization.
Prof. M.S. Vijay Kumar: As the Executive Director of J-WEL South Asia and a trailblazer in education technology at MIT, Prof. Kumar will discuss the transformative capacity of digital tools like OpenCourseWare and edX to make high-quality education accessible to a wider audience.
Satish Jha (Moderator): A seasoned journalist and educational advocate, Jha brings years of experience in analyzing and influencing India’s educational policies and systems.
What to Expect:
The panel will explore how knowledge transfer, investment, and strategic partnerships can fuel educational reform in India. The event will aim to identify actionable, technology-driven strategies to replicate the success of models like Vidyabharati across the country. There will also be a focus on digital equity, emphasizing the potential of initiatives such as “One Tablet: Infinite Futures” to make digital learning tools accessible, particularly in rural and low-income communities.
Event Details:
Date: July 23, 2025
Location: Burlington Marriott, One Burlington Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803
Time: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Registration is open to educators, policymakers, diaspora members, and the media. Those interested can register through this link.
This initiative seeks to transform Indian education through innovation and technology. By highlighting educational success stories and mobilizing diaspora resources, the program aims to ensure that every child in India has the opportunity to excel in a digitally connected world.
About the Vidya Bharati Leadership Reception & Gala:
The Boston event is organized by the Indus Education Empowerment Foundation, a registered U.S. nonprofit with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, in collaboration with Aashraya, Edufront, and The Jha Group. The reception will spotlight Vidya Bharati’s transformative work and celebrate its impact across 88% of India’s districts.
About Vidya Bharati USA: Vidya Bharati USA aids Vidya Bharati Sansthan in reaching new heights through the introduction of digital learning.
About Vidya Bharati Sansthan: As the world’s largest non-governmental education network, Vidya Bharati operates over 14,000 formal schools and nearly 10,000 informal education centers, providing both academic and value-based education to over 3.3 million students across India. The organization has been a launchpad for future doctors, engineers, civil servants, and social leaders.
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