I had the privilege of visiting Dr. B. R. Ambedkar College on the kind invitation of Ms. Saroja Vivek, where I kick-started the Bano Global Indian campaign with the most important audience of all — the youth of this country.
There couldn’t have been a more fitting campus to begin this journey. Dr. Ambedkar himself exemplifies what it means to be a Global Indian — his life a classic Hero’s Journey that continues to inspire generations.
What struck me most was the energy in the hall — the restless spirit of young people determined to become someone greater than where they started. As I spoke to them about the Power of Deep Intent from our ancient wisdom to manifest destiny
“You are what your deepest desire is.
As is your desire, so is your intention.
As is your intention, so is your will.
As is your will, so is your deed.
As is your deed, so is your destiny.”
― Upanishads
to modern-day models like Identity-based habits that anchor growth (inspired by Atomic Habits), a growth mindset that keeps the door open for possibility (inspired by Caroll Dweck) and the simple power of ending every challenge with the words: “not yet.”
And most importantly, the power of action:
“Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana”
is a verse from the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 2, Verse 47)
“You have a right to perform your prescribed duty, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your action.
This famous verse emphasises the importance of duty and action without attachment to the results.
Thank you, Saroja, for building an institution with such enviable energy and for your passion to impact the lives of students and families who need it most.
