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GEMA’s student speaker Nisha’s journey is a powerful reminder that true growth occurs when we have a passion to learn from our failures rather than fear of them. His speech “learning from failures” is relevant to every student who has gone through self-doubt in some stage of life. Here are some of the major dimensions of his journey: 1. Emotionally resonant messagesNisha’s speech theme was deeply emotional and relatable. “Learning from failures” is a universal concept, but he presented the subject with his personal touch in such a way that everyone who listens feels a connection. His message was simple, but there was maturity and depth in delivery. 2. High-level preparation strategy He made more than 20 retakes to correct his speech, after each recording an analytical self-review, and impartially identified and improved. This perspective shows that Nisha as a speaker has considered the speech as a serious craft in which discipline and a process-operated mentality are central. 3. Parent reaction as a developmental structureNisha’s mother not only provided emotional incentives but also played the role of important mentorship. Her response was structured and action-worthy, which pushed Nisha towards reflective thinking and recurrence improvement. This continuous response loop became an integral part of its personal change.important chapter of that process.4. Process-oriented mentalityHis greatest strength was that it was the process—and not the result. The victory was secondary to him—he gave importance to daily practice, frequent refinement, and a development-focused attitude. His approach reflects the mindset of a mature artist. 5. Self -confidence Nisha’s confidence as a speaker was not a natural gift, but she earned it through hard work. He was initially hesitant, but he focused every day, worked on his weak points and slowly intensified his speaking skills. When he performed on stage, there was clarity in every word and every expression in maturity. This polish was the result of a long process – which clearly showed its commitment and the attitude of self -reform. conclusion:Nisha’s journey tells us that if someone has surrendered, gets the right direction, and keeps working on themselves, then one can bring out the abilities hidden within her. He proved that success is not achieved in a day – this is a process, and failure in that process is the most important step. Know more about our team GEMA here.

Join Kyra Hitesh Kapoor Bharwani, hailing from Calcutta International School, Kolkata—the winner of GEMA’s Student Speaker Contest 2025—during an interview with GEMA, where she opened up about her hobbies, preparations, and insights on the win. How did you feel about winning? Winning, to Kyra, was a big moment of excitement and happiness. Her winning speech on “If I Was a Tree” was a topic she chose, given her love for nature and flowers. Even outside of the classroom, Kyra shared that she enjoys being in nature and one of her interests include knowing about all sorts of flowers, bugs, and insects, quoting the lotus as her favourite flower. Who supported you the most? Preparing for the contest took time and practice, and she credits her mother and aunt—who encouraged her throughout—for being her support system. With their help, she was able to prepare diligently and rigorously, which ultimately led her to the win. When asked what her favourite part of the entire journey was, Kyra remarked she felt the proudest when she found out she had won and called the overall journey from preparations to the big win her favourite part. What is your dream topic to talk about? Kyra says she would like to talk about gymnastics, a subject she hasn’t spoken on before, even though she’s a gymnast herself. Apart from her love for public speaking, she would also like to receive recognition in sports—specifically basketball. For other students thinking about joining the contest in the future, Kyra encourages them to give it a try, calling it a fun and exciting learning experience. With this win, Kyra proves herself as a captivating speaker with big goals and a bright future. Watch the full interview with GEMA’s Student Speaker Winner Kyra Bharwani here.