Dr. Rajeev Kumar Panda, Assistant Professor and Coordinator, KIIT School of Mass Communication was invited as a panelist at MBC TV Education Conclave 2023 on 20th August 2023. The conclave witnessed the convergence of renowned educators, distinguished guests, and students, all engaged in insightful discussions about the future of education and its profound impact on students’ career journeys. Dr. Panda shared valuable ideas as a panelist, adding much to the insightful discussions. He explained how nurturing curiosity and creativity, which often get overlooked in education and parenting, helps students face modern challenges better. He also shed light on the inadvertent discouragement that can arise from overly protective attitudes, inadvertently hindering a child’s exploration and growth.