OTV MD Jagi Mangat Panda to address International Women’s Conference hosted by the Art of Living

OTV MD Jagi Mangat Panda will address the 10th International Women’s Conference 2025, to be held in Bengaluru from February 14-16, as a speaker.

Jagi Mangat Panda will share her insights on how women’s leadership, compassion, and collective strength drive meaningful change.

“There is something magical when women get together. A strength that brings peace, drives growth and uplifts everyone around them. The International Women’s Day celebrates this spirit by recognizing women as leaders in compassion, collaboration and growth. Since 2005, this platform has brought together leaders from various fields to discuss how inner peace connects with progress in society. So come, join me from the 14th to the 16th of February at the Art of Living International Ashram in Bangalore, India at the 10th edition of the IWC where I will be speaking. So let’s come together for inspiring conversations, meaningful conversations and an inspiring experience. See you there. Jai Jagannath,” said Jagi Mangat Panda.

Notably, the 10th International Women’s Conference will witness the presence of the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, alongside some of the most influential women across politics, business, arts, and social impact. Hosted by the Art of Living, this historic gathering will have more than 60 speakers and 500 delegates.

Over nearly two decades, the International Women’s Conference has brought together 463 distinguished speakers and over 6,000 delegates from 115 countries. This year, apart from the President of India, the esteemed line-up includes the Governor of Karnataka Thawar Chand Gehlot; Union Minister Annapurna Devi; Meenakshi Lekhi, former Minister State for External Affairs and Culture of India; Shobha Karandlaje, Minister of State for Ministry of Labour and Employment and Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises; Patricia Scotland, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth; Akie Abe, wife of former Prime Minister of Japan; film director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwar; legendary actresses Hema Malini and Sharmila Tagore; Bollywood icons Sara Ali Khan and Sonakshi Sinha; and top business leaders like Radhika Gupta and Kanika Tekriwal.

The International Women’s Conference will be chaired by Bhanumathi Narasimhan, the sister of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. Sharing Gurudev’s vision for a stress-free, violence-free world, she leads women’s welfare and childcare programs under The Art of Living, a global not-for-profit organization operating in 180 countries. With deep roots in spirituality and a broad vision for humanitarian service, Smt Bhanumathi has dedicated over four decades to fostering positive social transformation through initiatives in education, environmental sustainability, and women’s empowerment.

With the theme ‘Just Be’, inspired by a poem by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the conference will feature deep discussions on leadership, self-discovery, and empowerment. The event will also include cultural showcases such as an International Food Festival and a musical performance, Sita Charitam. Sita Charitam brings a fresh perspective to the beloved epic of Ram and Sita, featuring over 500 talented artists and a dedicated technical crew. The drama and emotion of this classic tale are brought to life through English dialogues and original music compositions, making it an immersive experience for modern audiences.

This year’s Conference also has a special segment: ‘Stylish Inside Out: Fashion for a Cause’, featuring designs from leading Indian designers like Sabyasachi, Rahul Mishra, Manish Malhotra, Raw Mango, and many more. These designs will be auctioned, and the proceeds will go towards supporting the Art of Living Free Schools. 

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At a time when the world is witnessing profound shifts in leadership and gender roles, President Murmu’s presence at the International Women’s Conference underscores the significance of this transformative gathering. The proceeds from the conference go toward the education of girl children. The Art of Living Free Schools operates more than 1,300 schools nationwide, impacting the lives of over 100,000 students. Unlike conventional leadership summits, this conference offers a holistic experience—combining intellectual discussions with spiritual practices, cultural expressions, and service-oriented social initiatives.

The conference also serves as a bridge between urban and rural women, fostering connection and empowerment. Teachers from the Art of Living Free Schools across 22 states will be attending, bringing grassroots perspectives to the global platform. The conference is more than just a dialogue—it is a movement that celebrates women’s leadership and marks the beginning of the inner journey of ‘just being’.