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Keynote SpeakerBarkha Dutt

Emmy Nominated Reporter; Washington Post Columnist; Founding Editor-Mojo & We The Women; Tv Host & Author

Barkha Dutt is an award-winning TV journalist, anchor and columnist with more than two decades of reporting experience. She is India’s only Emmy-nominated journalist who has won multiple national and international awards, including the Padmashri, which is India’s fourth highest civilian honour. Dutt graduated from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi with... Read more

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  • Social Change
  • Current Affairs
  • Moderation
  • India's politics and society

Biography

Barkha Dutt is an award-winning TV journalist, anchor and columnist with more than two decades of reporting experience. She is India’s only Emmy-nominated journalist who has
won multiple national and international awards, including the Padmashri, which is India’s fourth highest civilian honour.

Dutt graduated from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi with a degree in English Literature. She did her Master’s in Journalism from the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia
University in New York.

Barkha Dutt has reported from some of the toughest spots and conflict zones in India and across the world including Pakistan, Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya and Egypt. Her frontline reporting of
the Kargil war first made her a household name.

She is an out spoken feminist voice on the global stage and also the Founder-Editor of Mojo, a multi-media events and content venture. She is also the founder of ‘We The Women’, a
multi-city festival and current affairs website that focuses on the biggest gender debates of our time.

Barkha Dutt is a featured Columnist with Washington Post; appears regularly as an analyst on CNN and BBC and is also a Contributing Editor at The Week magazine.

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How to book Barkha Dutt as a keynote speaker

How do I book Barkha Dutt for a keynote speech?

You can book Barkha Dutt through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Barkha's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Barkha Dutt's speaking fees?

Barkha Dutt's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Barkha tailored to your event.

What topics does Barkha Dutt speak about?

Barkha Dutt speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Barkha to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Barkha Dutt available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Barkha Dutt for events worldwide, subject to Barkha's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Barkha Dutt deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Barkha Dutt is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Barkha Dutt?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Barkha can accommodate.

Can Barkha Dutt tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Barkha Dutt on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Barkha can offer.

What languages does Barkha Dutt present in?

Barkha Dutt delivers keynotes in Hindi. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Barkha Dutt a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Barkha Dutt's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Barkha's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Barkha Dutt speak at?

Barkha Dutt can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Barkha's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Barkha Dutt offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Barkha Dutt is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Barkha Dutt?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Barkha Dutt, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Barkha's current availability for your dates.