Becoming Without Beginning Again | Sqn. Ldr. Ginni Chaudhary [Retd.] | TEDxMVJCE

Sqn. Ldr. Ginni Chaudhary (Retd.), a former Indian Air Force pilot, gives a talk at TEDxMVJCE 2026 titled "Becoming Without Beginning Again." Drawing on more than 12 years in manned and unmanned aviation, she reflects on leadership, personal journeys and the experiences that shaped her military career. She is described as the only woman officer to have flown both ISR drones and loitering munition systems, which informs her view of modern warfare and unmanned systems. The talk was independently organized by a local TEDx community and reflects only the speaker's personal views.

• Personal journey and reinvention from a former IAF pilot
• Leadership and defence technology experience
• Perspective on manned and unmanned aviation
• Presented at TEDxMVJCE 2026 under the theme AVAYA

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and experiences in the military. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf TEDxMVJCE 2026, themed AVAYA – The Living Continuum, brought together 10 inspiring speakers and 2 captivating performances for a day filled with ideas, stories, and perspectives that stayed with us long after the event. From technology and innovation to personal journeys, creative expression, and everything in between, each talk offered a fresh way of looking at the world around us. With students, faculty, alumni, and guests coming together under one roof, AVAYA celebrated the connections between ideas, experiences, and people. Every talk, performance, and interaction added to the spirit of the day, reminding us that ideas are never isolated; they continue to evolve, inspire, and create impact through the people who share them. Relive the moments, conversations, and inspiration that made AVAYA – TEDxMVJCE 2026 a celebration of Ideas Worth Spreading. Sqn Ldr Ginni Chaudhary (Retd.) is a former Indian Air Force pilot with over 12 years of experience in manned and unmanned aviation, with expertise in leadership and defence technology. She is recognised as the only woman officer to have flown both ISR drones and loitering munition systems, giving her a unique perspective on modern warfare and unmanned systems. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx