Meet your
2025
Achievers
Our achievers are some of the brightest young minds in the India-UK corridor. They are trailblazers, Innovators and thought leaders, shaping India's future and setting global discourse.
Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Radhika Apte | Award-winning Indian Actor
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
Radhika Apte, an award-winning Indian actor, is known for her versatility in films like Parched and Andhadhun. A Trinity Laban graduate, she bridges Indian and global cinema, starring in Sacred Games and acclaimed international projects. Her work often addresses complex social themes, earning recognition at Sundance and the International Emmys.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Ashwajit Singh | Founder & Managing Director - IPE Global
London School of Economics & Political Science
Ashwajit Singh, Founder & Managing Director of IPE Global, is a visionary leader in the development sector across Asia, Africa, and Europe. An alumnus of the London School of Economics and Harvard Business School, he has 30+ years of experience. He chairs Triple Line Consulting-UK and serves on multiple global boards. A recipient of numerous awards, he is recognized among the Top 10 Global CEOs in Consulting Services.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Ananya Birla | Trailblazing Entrepreneur, Global music Artist, & Mental health Advocate
University of Oxford
Ananya Birla, an entrepreneur, global music artist, and mental health advocate. A graduate from Oxford University, she is the founder of Svatantra Microfin, which has empowered 2 million women entrepreneurs with loans worth over ₹10,000 crores. As a singersongwriter, her music has 400M+ streams, and a mental health initiative, MPower, has supported 100,000+ individuals. Recognized by Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 and Fortune India.
Society, Policy & Law
Keshav Suri | Executive Director - The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group & Founder - Keshav Suri Foundation
King’s College London, University of Warwick & SOAS
Keshav Suri, Executive Director at The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, is known for expanding the brand and advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights. His leadership focuses on luxury, sustainability, and inclusivity. Through the Keshav Suri Foundation, he continues to push for social justice, equality, and the decriminalization of Section 377 in India.
Media & Journalism
Supriya Sobti Gupta | Showrunner/ Executive Producer/ Director/ Founder (MOW Productions)
London School of Economics & Political Science
Supriya is a pioneering Indian filmmaker and the founder of MOW Productions, known for creating impactful non-fiction content. With a BA (Hons) from the University of Westminster and an MSc from LSE, she honed her skills at top UK news organizations like the BBC and Al Jazeera English. Her investigative docu-series, Bad Boy Billionaires, became one of Netflix India's most popular titles. Supriya's directorial debut, Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket., established her as a leading voice in documentary filmmaking in India.
Education, Science & Innovation
Dr. Nikhil Agarwal | Innovation and policy leader
University of Cambridge & University of Edinburgh
Dr. Nikhil Agarwal, an innovation and policy leader, has over 20 years of experience in academia, entrepreneurship, and government. A Cambridge and Edinburgh alumnus, he founded Entrepreneur Café, led India’s largest tech incubator at IIT Kanpur, and now, as Managing Director at IIT Delhi, spearheads India’s first global tech incubator at its Abu Dhabi campus
Government and Politics
Nitish Mishra | Minister for Industries and Tourism - Government of Bihar
University of Hull
Nitish Mishra, a Chevening Scholar and postgraduate in Global Political Economy from the University of Hull, is Bihar’s Minister for Industries and Tourism. He has held key portfolios, driving reforms through technology. With strong UK ties, he brings global best practices to Bihar and is a Harvard Kennedy School alumnus.
Best Student Society
The UEL Indian Society
University of East London
The UEL Indian Society is a student-led organization fostering community and inclusivity at the University of East London. Through cultural celebrations, cross-cultural initiatives, and supportive networks, it empowers Indian and international students to connect with their roots while embracing diversity. The society promotes personal growth, cultural exchange, and a welcoming environment for all.
Best Student Society
Warwick India Forum
University of Warwick
Warwick India Forum aims to raise awareness about India and provide a platform to address its socio-economic, political, cultural, and environmental issues. Hosting events year-round, including debates and social gatherings, they've featured renowned speakers like Shashi Tharoor and Kiran Bedi. Committed to enhancing India's global image, they aspire to become Europe's premier Indian conference.