We’re so excited you’ve joined the movement. You’ve just stepped into a one-of-a-kind experience that blends India’s timeless wisdom with modern storytelling.

Firsts things first!
1) Join the Tejas ’26 official WhatsApp Group. It’s where all the action, tips, and reminders drop.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KPcwH6bi8RQFkQbHp6nxS3?mode=gi_t

2) You will be added to the Tejas portal within 24 hours. Please log in as soon as possible. There you will find
– Winning submissions from past participants
– Expert sessions on how to create your YouTube short, podcast, and booklet
– List of books for this year’s competition along with an introduction to the authors. We hope you get to meet the authors over the course of the competition.

3) You can participate individually or as a team. If you’ve got a teammate in mind, get them to register ASAP so they have enough time to dive into the books. Last date for registration is Feb 20th. You will declare your teammates on February 21st.

4) We’re already rolling… trust us, the book lineup is epic. From an eco-thriller to AI, science & spirituality, and even epic geography, it’s a buffet of brain fuel. We’re sure you can’t wait to dive in. Scroll down to see the titles. All 4 books are available on Amazon in various formats. Take your pick and dive in.

5) Your first challenge (YouTube Short) is due Sunday, March 15. After that, we roll every other Sunday. You’ve got time — but don’t sleep on it

6) We’ll walk you through the competition and answer all your Qs on Feb 21. Don’t miss it.

Questions? Hit us up: asktejas@dcfusa.org

Let’s make this journey unforgettable. You’ve got this