Early Life and Education
Anita Anand, a prominent broadcaster, journalist, and biographer, was born in 1972. She pursued her higher education at King’s College, London, a foundation that equipped her with the skills necessary for a prolific career in journalism and broadcasting.
Career Breakthrough and Achievements
Anita Anand’s broadcasting career commenced in the newsroom of Zee, a satellite channel. Her exceptional talent was soon recognized, leading to her receiving the Nazia Hassain Award in 2005 in the upcoming television broadcaster category. Over the years, Anand has presented numerous news and current affairs programs for BBC Radio and Television. Notably, she has been a significant presence on Radio 5 Live and currently hosts ‘Any Answers’ on Radio 4. On BBC2, she has also co-hosted ‘The Daily Politics Show’ and presented ‘Newsnight.’
Acclaimed Authorship
Beyond her broadcasting accolades, Anita Anand has made her mark as an author. Her first book, ‘Sophia: Princess, Suffragette, Revolutionary’ was published in 2015. This biography of Sophia Duleep Singh, a campaigner for women’s suffrage and Indian independence, has been lauded widely. Anand’s literary prowess was also recognized internationally, as she had the honor of opening the 2014 Kolkata Book Fair and appeared at the Jaipur Literature Festival in January 2015.
Online Presence
To keep up with her dynamic career, Anita Anand maintains a website, www.anitaanand.net, where readers can follow her latest endeavors in both broadcasting and literature.