Empowering Dreams - A Journey from Ground to Sky

Embark on an inspiring journey with Usha Padhee, a distinguished civil servant and motivational speaker, in this TEDx talk. Gain insights into her personal life and professional experiences as she shares her vision of making air travel accessible to the common people through the 'UDAN' initiative. Discover how this program has become synonymous with fulfilling the aspirations of youth. Learn valuable life lessons and strategies for living with passion and aiming high as Padhee takes you through various aspects of her career. As the first woman to become Director-General of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security and a Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Padhee offers a unique perspective on leadership and breaking barriers. Draw inspiration from her journey as a civil engineer turned bureaucrat, and her impactful roles in education and skill development. This talk promises to motivate and empower you to reach for the sky in your own pursuits.