The Climate Action and Sustainability Conference and Awards (CASCA) 2025, organised by The CSR Universe, witnessed a spirited exchange of ideas as young climate leaders took the spotlight during ‘Yuva Samvaad: Youth Voices on Climate Action’, a special panel hosted by Potli Productions in collaboration with Connecting Dreams Foundation on April 23, 2025
Held as part of the broader CASCA agenda, the youth panel brought together dynamic student voices from across institutions to deliberate on urgent environmental issues, policy participation, and the evolving role of the younger generation in the climate discourse.
The panel, moderated by Deepali Raina, Founder of Potli Productions, featured students from Delhi University and other academic institutions who have been actively involved in climate action on the ground. Among the speakers were:
- Ananya Gupta, Miranda House, DU
- Chiranjeev, Sri Venkateswara College, DU
- Nirmit Jain, Satyawati College, DU
- Nitya Tiwari, Sri Venkateswara College, DU
- Ramit Mehta, Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, DU
- Teerdha Vunnam, DPS Hyderabad
The discussions touched upon key topics such as Youth and Policy Engagement, Climate Action in the New Era, and the critical role of grassroots youth activism. Each speaker brought unique perspectives and local insights, underscoring the diversity and depth of youth-led climate initiatives across India.
The event drew praise for giving young voices a formal platform within the climate action space, traditionally dominated by policymakers and corporate leaders. ‘The energy, urgency, and innovative thinking displayed by these young minds are exactly what we need to steer the climate agenda forward,’ said Deepali Raina