NDTV’s iconic Indian of the Year awards are back, ready to honor exceptional Indians who have redefined excellence and inspired the nation through their remarkable contributions. As the pioneer of this prestigious platform, NDTV continues its legacy of spotlighting achievers across politics, business, sports, entertainment, and more. This year’s theme, “Celebrating India – Inspiring Excellence,” encapsulates the spirit of innovation and progress that defines modern India.
The grand jury for this year’s awards is a distinguished panel of trailblazers, including:
• Dr. Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group
• Asha Parekh, Acclaimed Actor and Director
• Piyush Pandey, Renowned Ad Guru
• Justice A.K. Sikri, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India
• U.K. Sinha, Former Chairman, SEBI
• Admiral Karambir Singh, Former Chief of the Naval Staff
The jury is supported by Grant Thornton as the Consulting Partner to ensure a meticulous selection process.
The 2024 event, scheduled for December 6th in New Delhi, will host an extraordinary array of dignitaries and achievers. Joining the celebration are:
• Dr. S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister
• Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Information & Broadcasting
• Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce & Industry
• Business stalwarts like Gautam Hari Singhania and Roshni Nadar Malhotra
• Renowned actors Rajkummar Rao and Ananya Panday
• Versatile entertainer Kapil Sharma
These luminaries will shine a spotlight on the unparalleled achievements shaping India’s future.
Since its inception, NDTV Indian of the Year has honored icons who have profoundly impacted the nation’s narrative. Past recipients include:
• Cultural legends Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan
• Cricket maestro Sachin Tendulkar
• India’s G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant
• Visionaries behind Chandrayaan-3
• Tech titan Satya Nadella
The 2024 edition, airing live on NDTV on December 6, promises to be a grand celebration of excellence, innovation, and India’s indomitable spirit.