A six-day, multi-stakeholder initiative aligns Polytechnic education with industry needs and future-ready skills < Back Telangana Sets a New Benchmark with Polytechnic Curriculum Overhaul Bootcamp at IIT Hyderabad Hyderabad, India 10 Jan 2026 A six-day, multi-stakeholder initiative aligns Polytechnic education with industry needs and future-ready skills Telangana has taken a decisive step toward transforming technical education with the successful conclusion of the Polytechnic Curriculum Overhaul Bootcamp , hosted at IIT Hyderabad . The six-day, high-intensity bootcamp brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academic experts, and grassroots educators to reimagine the future of Polytechnic education in the state. Designed as an action-driven collaboration platform, the bootcamp focused on giving Polytechnic education a bold new avatar—one that is agile, industry-aligned, and equipped to meet the demands of emerging technologies and evolving workforce needs. Participants worked across disciplines to redesign curriculum frameworks, integrate future-ready skills, and strengthen industry-academia linkages. The initiative to set a clear vision for systemic reform.was led by Ms. A. Sridevasena, IAS , Commissioner of Technical Education & Chairperson, SBTET, Telangana Dr. B.S. Murty Director IIT Hyderabad Mr. C. Shekar Reddy National Vice Chairman-CII Indian Green Building Council Mr. Srikanth Talluri , Founder 6D Varsity & Co-Convenor – Education & Skills Panel The program saw active participation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) , IIT Hyderabad faculty , officials from the Department of Technical Education, Government of Telangana , and—most critically—the Principals and Faculty members of Polytechnic institutions , who will be the torchbearers of this transformation on the ground. By fostering deep collaboration between government, academia, and industry, the bootcamp underscored Telangana’s commitment to building a skilled, employable, and future-ready technical workforce. The outcomes of the program are expected to play a pivotal role in reshaping Polytechnic education, enhancing student employability, and supporting the state’s broader industrial and economic growth agenda. The convergence of vision, expertise, and execution at IIT Hyderabad marks a significant milestone in Telangana’s journey toward becoming a national model for technical education reform. Usha Sripathineni , Aruna Mantena , Sohan Ray , Subba Rao VLVSS , Sivaprasad Reddy Rachamallu , 6D.Varsity #6DStories #IITHyderabad #IITH #FutureOfWork #FOW2 #5OIL Previous Next Partner with 6D.Varsity Institution Host a 5.OIL Micro-Varsity at your campus and become a core node of the 6D Global Campus Circuit (6D.GCC)—positioning your Institution as a Future of Work & World incubator. Be a 5.OIL Host Corporate Host a 6D.Micro-Varsity instance at your premises. Unlock the Future of Work and World. Be a 5.OIL Host

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Discover 6D.Varsity, where our mission is to revolutionize education with our unique Learning by Problem Solving approach, preparing leaders to address global challenges. 6D.VARSITY Multi Varsity A Multi-Varsity for the Future In a world shaped by rapid change, AI transformation, and global inequities, 6D.Varsity emerges as a bold reimagination of what education can—and must—be. Unlike traditional universities, 6D.Varsity is a multi-national, federated multivarsity ecosystem. It operates through micro-varsity hubs, each co-created with governments, industries, and institutions to address the future of work and world—one domain at a time. Every micro-varsity (5.OIL, Hi5.0) instance is a precision talent engine where talent development, product innovation, and venture incubation converge. Powered by the 6D.Thinking (TriShaBhyasa) framework and delivered through our hybrid orchestration platform 6D.Verse, we cultivate Higher-Order Talent (HOT) capable of solving humanity’s most pressing problems — not someday, but today. What Makes Us Different? 6D.Thinking (TriShaBhyasa) Our core learning framework fuels problem-solving through six (Shanmukha) stages: Discover, Define, Design, Derive, Develop, and Deliver. Each of them powered by Trishul Lens - Elements, Experiences and Emotions. Multimodal Learning Experience Campus-Based: World-class classrooms and labs at academic partner locations Community-Based: Forums like 5.OIL Clubs et al. Story-Based: Comics and animation-driven learning through 6D.Stories Our Vision Cultivating Higher-Order Intelligence equity aligned with the Higher Order Intelligence for Society 5.0 Our Global Partnerships Past GRG (2021-22) SRKDC (2022) Carnegie Melon University (2020-23) On-going Bharat Biotech University of Wisconsin-Madison CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum BioNest, University of Hyderabad RICH (Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad) ISF (International Startup Foundation) FOUNDER, ARCHITECT Mr. Srikanth Talluri Empower the Few. Impact the Many. At 6D.Varsity, we believe that lasting change doesn’t come from mass skilling alone — it begins by nurturing High Order Talent. It only takes: One innovator to launch a company One researcher to unlock a breakthrough One visionary to transform a community That’s why we don’t chase scale for the sake of it. We focus on quality over quantity, depth over speed, and impact over output. By empowering the top 1% — those who think, solve, and lead — we enable a ripple effect that uplifts the other 99%. This is our philosophy. This is the 6D way. – Srikanth Talluri Founder Architect, 6D.Varsity | Stanford Alumnus CO-FOUNDER, VICECHAIR Ms. Usha S Talluri Moore’s Law Applies to Education Too In a world where knowledge doubles every few months, the pace of learning must match the pace of change. At 6D.Varsity, we believe that the future belongs to those who can learn fast, connect disciplines, and solve problems at scale. That’s why we design multi-disciplinary, modular, and mission-led curriculum — not for everyone, but for those who are ready to rise. We call them HOT Talent — Higher-Order Thinkers. They are the future researchers, technologists, bureaucrats and changemakers. And our mission is clear: Equip them. Inspire them. Launch them. – Usha Sripathineni Co-Founder, 6D.Varsity | Biotech Researcher | Learning Architect

Discover the future of education with 6D.Varsity’s hybrid, multimodal, boundaryless campus model powered by the 6D.Verse digital platform. Learn anytime, anywhere, through immersive, personalized experiences. 6D Campus Hybrid, Multimodal, Boundaryless, Digitally Orchestrated 6D.Varsity redefines the concept of a campus. No longer confined to buildings or borders, our campuses are experiences — immersive, flexible, and designed for every learner across the globe. Our model is Hybrid, Multimodal, Boundaryless, and Digitally Orchestrated, ensuring seamless integration of people, programs, and purpose. We are Everywhere Hybrid Learning: Physical Meets Digital At 6D, learning happens everywhere — in labs, online platforms, community spaces, and natural ecosystems. Learners can attend workshops in person, participate in virtual design sprints, or deploy projects in remote villages — all within the same curriculum cycle. Multimodal Experiences Our pedagogy is delivered through: - Project-Based Learning - Game-Based Modules - Mentorship Circles - Research Incubators - Story-Based Explorations Each learner’s journey is personalized through a combination of self-paced content, peer collaboration, field immersion, and expert interaction. Boundaryless Innovation Spaces Every participating school, college, or partner organization becomes a chapter within the 6D network. This decentralized model means learners from Hyderabad to Houston, rural Telangana to urban Singapore, all contribute to the same problem-solving missions and innovation cycles. Digitally Orchestrated via 6D.Verse Our proprietary digital platform — 6D.Verse — synchronizes: - Curriculum deployment - Chapter management - Feedback loops and certifications - Collaboration across continents With AI-driven insights and smart dashboards, it enables real-time orchestration of talent, tools, and timelines. At 6D.Varsity, the campus is not a location — it’s a living, evolving ecosystem. It travels with the learner, adapts to their pace, and expands their possibilities. This is the campus of the future. Welcome to it. The Geometry of Education π and the 6D Constant Author- Mr. Srikanth Talluri, Founder, Chair - 6D.Varsity Read Full Article Partner with 6D.Varsity Institution Host a 5.OIL Micro-Varsity at your campus and become a core node of the 6D Global Campus Circuit (6D.GCC)—positioning your Institution as a Future of Work & World incubator. Be a 5.OIL Host Corporate Host a 6D.Micro-Varsity instance at your premises. Unlock the Future of Work and World. Be a 5.OIL Host

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Explore 6D.Thinking — a future-ready, empathy-driven, problem-solving model from 6D.Varsity, blending ancient wisdom with AI-era innovation. 6D.Thinking At the heart of 6D.Varsity lies a Revolutionary Learning Model — 6D.Thinking. It is not just a framework; it's a meta-cognitive journey designed to help learners develop higher-order thinking, empathy, and purpose through real-world problem solving. Inspired by ancient Indian wisdom and shaped for the AI era, 6D.Thinking uses a modern Trishul as its navigational symbol. It guides learners through six dynamic stages of exploration and creation. The Six Dimensions of 6D.Thinking Discover Immerse in the real world. Observe, listen, and build empathy. Derive Translate ideas into workable concepts. Map resources and feasibility. Define Frame the core problem. Analyze insights and identify focus areas. Develop Build and iterate prototypes. Test and refine them with user feedback. Design Ideate, sketch, and conceptualize human-centered solutions. Deliver Deploy the solution. Communicate impact, reflect, and learn from outcomes. Why Problem Solving? The Geometry of Education π and the 6D Constant Author- Mr. Srikanth Talluri, Founder, Chair - 6D.Varsity Read Full Article A Humanitarian Core 6D.Thinking insists that technical skill alone is not enough. Each learner must also cultivate compassion, ethical reasoning, and social responsibility. Purpose drives design. Empathy powers innovation. A Universal, Domain-Agnostic Model Whether it’s building a School-Bot, researching antibiotics, or designing emotion-sensing technology, 6D.Thinking is universally applicable. It works across disciplines — from tech to humanities, engineering to agriculture, science to storytelling. With 6D.Thinking, learners don’t just acquire knowledge — they transform it into meaningful solutions. This is the thinking needed to lead the future of work, science, and society. Partner with 6D.Varsity Institution Host a 5.OIL Micro-Varsity at your campus and become a core node of the 6D Global Campus Circuit (6D.GCC)—positioning your Institution as a Future of Work & World incubator. Be a 5.OIL Host Corporate Host a 6D.Micro-Varsity instance at your premises. Unlock the Future of Work and World. Be a 5.OIL Host

Break free from rote learning. Discover the 6D Journey — an innovative educational model guiding students from curiosity to global impact. Learning Re-Imagined At 6D.Varsity, we believe learning should be a journey — not a destination. A dynamic, ever-evolving expedition through curiosity, creativity, and contribution. ‘Learning Re-Imagined’ is our call to move beyond static classrooms and rote memorization, into a world where education is deeply personal, humanitarian, and purposeful. The 6D Journey: Like a Fish that Swims Towards the Ocean Imagine a fish. Born in a quiet stream — full of curiosity, movement, and instinct. It explores, adapts, and finds its way into a sub-river — meeting other fishes, encountering currents, learning how to navigate. From there, it joins a vast river system, wide and deep, flowing fast and strong — demanding strength, decision-making, and rhythm. Eventually, it reaches the ocean — limitless, interconnected, abundant with challenges and possibilities. This is the 6D Journey of a Student PUPS (Pre-University Problem Solvers) are like young fish in a stream — naturally curious, learning to ask why and how, building their first instincts of problem-solving. Future Techies are in the sub-river — learning to build, connect, collaborate. They translate ideas into applications, discover tools and technologies, and learn to swim with and against currents. Future Scientists enter the mighty river — decoding deep patterns, harnessing the forces of nature, creating original breakthroughs. They are not just swimming; they are shaping the direction of flow. At every stage, they grow — in capacity, confidence, and clarity. Now Contrast That With a Fish in a Well or a Pond... Traditional, legacy learning often traps students in closed systems: Limited exposure Predictable outcomes Circular repetition No current, no flow, no journey A fish in a well may be safe. But it’s not free. A fish in a pond may grow. But it will never reach the ocean. Let Students Swim Freely. Purposefully. Globally. With 6D’s integrated journey from PUPS → Future Techies → Future Scientists , we don’t just produce graduates. We nurture navigators of the real world — ready for the vast oceans of research, innovation, and enterprise. It’s not about teaching the fish to swim. It’s about giving it a river that leads to the ocean. Partner with 6D.Varsity Institution Host a 5.OIL Micro-Varsity at your campus and become a core node of the 6D Global Campus Circuit (6D.GCC)—positioning your Institution as a Future of Work & World incubator. Be a 5.OIL Host Corporate Host a 6D.Micro-Varsity instance at your premises. Unlock the Future of Work and World. Be a 5.OIL Host

Driving Policy and Impact for Future-Ready Education < Back Mr. Srikanth Talluri Appointed Co-Convener of CII Telangana – Education & Skills Panel for 2025–26 Hyderabad, India 21 Apr 2025 Driving Policy and Impact for Future-Ready Education We are pleased to announce that Mr. Srikanth Talluri , Founder Chair of 6D.Varsity , has accepted the role of Co-Convener, CII Telangana – Education & Skills Panel for the year 2025–26 . With his deep-rooted commitment to innovation in education, workforce development, and purpose-driven leadership, Mr. Srikanth brings a bold vision to the panel — one that prioritizes last-mile impact, equitable access, and transformative skill-building for India’s youth. Under his leadership, the panel is expected to engage in meaningful policy dialogue, collaborative ecosystem building , and the creation of scalable models for skill development across the region. This new role reflects a continued alignment between 6D’s mission and CII’s national agenda to empower learners, educators, and institutions toward a future-ready India . We look forward to your support and partnership as we contribute to shaping policies and programs that matter — for education, for skills, and for the greater good. Previous Next Partner with 6D.Varsity Institution Host a 5.OIL Micro-Varsity at your campus and become a core node of the 6D Global Campus Circuit (6D.GCC)—positioning your Institution as a Future of Work & World incubator. Be a 5.OIL Host Corporate Host a 6D.Micro-Varsity instance at your premises. Unlock the Future of Work and World. Be a 5.OIL Host

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Industry Leader Panel Discussion < Back Women Leadership Dialogue: Grit, Grace & Purpose @ Reckitt GCC Hyderabad, India 12 Nov 2025 Industry Leader Panel Discussion 6D.Varsity Co-Founder and Vicechair, Ms.Usha Sripathineni , recently took the stage at the Reckitt Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad as part of the “ Grit, Grace & Purpose ” panel, offering deep insights into her two decades of professional experience and the founding philosophy behind 6D.Varsity. The Panel discussion featured other industry leaders Anita K Manda Executive Vice President Broadridge | Founder of The ProjeKT40 Kamini Jha Vice President - Clients & Industries EY Subhadra U SVP, Enterprise Data, AI and Automation Warner Bros. Discovery Swetha Yalamanchili Senior Director – Platform Engineering at ViaPlus by VINCI Highways Katie Moore Director Global Medical Tech & Sales, IT&D Mead Johnson Nutrition, Reckitt Carly Mason Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations Mead Johnson Nutrition, Reckitt Usha Sripathineni's discussion on "Grit, Grace, & Purpose" was a reflection of her two-decade professional journey and the founding principles of 6D.Varsity. She detailed how these three concepts continue to guide her path and shape her unique leadership philosophy. Grit Usha explained that the concept of Grit was shaped by two unexpected teachers: her grandmother and fungus , the organism central to her research. She learned that fungus is "very hard to kill," teaching her resilience, and she noted that in times of crisis, fungus engages in autophagy (self-eating) to survive. This perspective on resilience became a significant inspiration for her journey in science. Grace She linked Grace to the journey of building 6D.Varsity. While the conventional global advice suggests that 6D.Varsity should "start in Silicon Valley," she explained that purpose led them to begin in Hyderabad , a choice she believes "time will validate" . Purpose Usha defined Purpose as the force behind the 6D.Varsity micro-varsity ecosystem. This purpose drives the creation of specialized curriculums, such as Future-Scientist, Future-Techie, Future-Farmer , and Future-Preneur , designed to help young minds lead the future, not just adapt to it . She detailed how her own journey was anchored in purpose, starting with an early inspiration to produce vaccines that were "very affordable for the third world country" . A crucial realization came about 10 years ago when she saw a poster suggesting that humans would soon be "competed with artificial intelligence and bot software" for jobs. This solidified her purpose to focus on bringing in high-order talent and providing education centered on problem solving and thinking about the future. Leadership and Transformation Usha's leadership transition involved moving from an individual contributor role to establishing an entirely new learning ecosystem. This required her to be highly resourceful, or to apply jugaad (the Indian term for resourceful problem-solving), as she had to "discover what is being done already" and what needed to be done differently. Key aspects of her talk on leadership and transformation included: Being Resourceful: For 6D.Varsity, she had to literally "bring in your own job" and find all the resources necessary for her team. She "knocked doors across the globe," bringing in students and mentors from places like Carnegie Melon University, National University of Singapore, University of Cardiff, USA and the UK to help build solutions. Empowering Others: She emphasized that her goal is to be an "enabler," not a controller, recognizing the potential in others and driving initiatives that create business impact. Problem-Solving Focus: She highlighted the real-world impact of 6D.Varsity, such as the creation of Ask Anjlee , an internet-based solution built by students (ages 13 to 24) to deliver daily study packets to children who had fallen out of the education system during the COVID pandemic. This project demonstrated how students can learn how problems are solved and how real-age solutions are being produced . The Power of Choice: Usha shared that her early career involved working multiple disciplines, which forced her to become strong in learning and upgrading herself to create a personal purpose. She concluded that leadership comes naturally when it is "anchored in purpose" . Finally, Usha noted a positive shift in the movement for inclusion, stating that she sees it "evolving — moving from women-centric conversations to shared responsibility across genders," which she views as a shift worth celebrating. The discussion included powerful stories from fellow distinguished influencers, who shared actionable insights on career advancement and managing multiple roles: Courage and Opportunity: They asserted that opportunities come to those who "run to the fire" —seeing problems and solving them instead of running away. The need for "courage to dream, pursue and fail," adding that difficult people often make you work harder to learn more. The Myth of Balance: Work-life balance as a "blissful chaos" and a myth . Professionals must identify their "life sentence" (when a strength, like ownership, becomes a limitation) and learn to ask for help. Visibility and Confidence: Panelists offered final motivating advice, encouraging women to be visible and confident. One key piece of advice was: "don't wait for anybody to get you a chair or a seat on the table. Sit on the table" . Another offered a perspective shift on self-doubt: don't think, "What if I fail?" but rather, "What if you fly?" Communication is Key: They highlighted the necessity of speaking "in the language of the listener" to ensure coaching and messages are received by diverse teams, advising the use of communication training like DISC and Insights . ( Dominance , Influence, Steadiness, Conscientiousness for DISC; Colors for Insights) The session was hosted by the Reckitt Global Capability Centre Hyderabad leadership team Chakravarthy Aravapalli Regional CIO (ASEAN/EU) - Mead Johnson Nutrition | Center Head Ishadarshi P Mishra Head of HR - Global Hub Sunil Pal HR Business Partner The event served as a major platform for Reckitt, which also announced the launch of two new diversity initiatives, " Innovate Her " and " Lean In Circles ," aimed at building a supportive ecosystem for women in technology, especially following an "exponential spike" that achieved 52% diversity in hiring for management and above this year. #GritGracePurpose #Leadership #WomenInLeadership #Inclusivity #Empowerment #6DVarsity #FutureofWork #FutureofWorld #FutureScientists #FutureTechie #Reckitt #InnovateHer #LeanInCircle #VikasitBharat #Bharat2047 #TelanganaRising2047 #TelanganaRising #Telangana2047 #Hyderabad #Education #GlobalEducation #EconomicVision #Pharma #Lifesciences #Innovation #IndustryGrowth #Startups #SmartIndia #FutureReady #Leadership #Collaboration #SustainableDevelopment #Healthcare #TechEcosystem #BioProS #6DVarsity #6DWorks #6DThinking #SOIL #BioProS Previous Next Partner with 6D.Varsity Institution Host a 5.OIL Micro-Varsity at your campus and become a core node of the 6D Global Campus Circuit (6D.GCC)—positioning your Institution as a Future of Work & World incubator. 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