BOSTON— A groundbreaking conversation on the future of education in India is set to take place on July 23, 2025, at the Burlington Marriott in Burlington, MA. Titled “One Tablet: Infinite Futures,” the event will gather leading academics and changemakers to explore how the Indian diaspora can play a transformative role in advancing quality education in India through innovation, technology, and collaboration.
Moderated by Satish Jha, former Editor of the Times of India Group and a prominent voice in education reform, the panel will include Prof. Ujjayant Chakravorty of Tufts University and Prof. M.S. Vijay Kumar of MIT. The discussion will focus on practical strategies for leveraging diaspora expertise to improve India’s educational infrastructure and learning outcomes—particularly in underserved areas.
A Celebration of Excellence: Vidyabharati Schools
A key highlight of the event will be the remarkable success story of Vidyabharati Schools, a nationwide network that educates approximately 1% of India’s student population while consistently securing more than half of the top 10 rankings in state board examinations. Their track record stands as a powerful example of scalable, inclusive, and high-impact education.
Distinguished Panelists:
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Prof. Ujjayant Chakravorty: An economist at Tufts University specializing in sustainable systems and development, Prof. Chakravorty will share insights into how educational infrastructure in India can benefit from data-driven policies and resource optimization.
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Prof. M.S. Vijay Kumar: As Executive Director of J-PAL South Asia and an education technology pioneer at MIT, Prof. Kumar will speak to the transformative power of digital tools like OpenCourseWare and edX in making high-quality education accessible to all.
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Satish Jha (Moderator): A veteran journalist and education advocate, Jha brings decades of experience analyzing and influencing India’s educational policies and systems.
What to Expect:
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Exploring the Diaspora’s Role: The panel will discuss how knowledge transfer, investment, and strategic partnerships can empower educational reform in India.
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Showcasing Scalable Solutions: The event aims to identify actionable, technology-driven strategies to replicate the success of models like Vidyabharati across the country.
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Digital Equity in Focus: Emphasizing the potential of initiatives such as “One Tablet: Infinite Futures,” the conversation will center around making digital learning tools widely accessible, especially in rural and low-income communities.
Event Details:
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Date: July 23, 2025
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Location: Burlington Marriott, One Burlington Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803
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Time:5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
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Registration: Open to educators, policymakers, diaspora members, and media. To register, click here.
This initiative is committed to transforming Indian education through innovation and technology. By spotlighting educational success stories and mobilizing diaspora resources, the program seeks to ensure that every child in India has the opportunity to succeed in a digitally connected world.
