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Alchemy of Impossible | Shiv Mandlik | TEDxSAJS Lucknow Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-03 17:08
Core Philosophy & Innovation - The report emphasizes the importance of "alchemy," defined as belief before proof and daring to challenge conventional logic, driving innovation [2][3] - It highlights that innovation often stems from discomfort and addressing unmet needs, rather than pure logic [8] - The report suggests that true innovation lies in transforming fear into safety, neglect into dignity, silence into voice, and waste into hope [18] - The report advocates for embracing curiosity and questioning the impossible as a catalyst for groundbreaking ideas [1][13] Project Examples & Impact - The "Modular Arm Pole" (MAP) project, designed to eliminate the need for workers to climb for light fixture maintenance, achieved sales exceeding 800,000 (8 lakhs) [6][7] - "Project Wave," a modular shelter system, secured over 1,200,000 (12 lakhs) in funding within 6 months and resulted in a 74% reduction in displacement and a 46% decrease in disease incidents [9][10] - "Devocal," a mental wellness platform, attracted over 1,000 users in weeks and raised 5,500,000 (55 lakhs) for 5% equity, valuing the startup at over 100,000,000 (10 crores) [12][13] - Autonomous ocean pods in Tamil Nadu demonstrated measurable energy output of approximately 28 watts per pod and reduced visible water waste density by over 60% [15][16] Business & Societal Implications - The report suggests that focusing on human dignity and addressing real-world problems can lead to impactful innovations [11] - It implies that businesses should prioritize addressing societal needs and fostering a sense of safety and well-being among their stakeholders [8][10] - The report encourages a shift from solely relying on logic to embracing a more imaginative and human-centered approach to problem-solving [3][11]