Dr. Shashi Tharoor is a distinguished Member of Parliament, bestselling author, former international diplomat, and one of India’s most articulate and respected public intellectuals. With a career spanning global diplomacy, Indian politics, and literary acclaim, Dr. Tharoor is known for his eloquence, intellect, and progressive vision for India’s role on the world stage.

A former Under-Secretary-General at the United Nations, he returned to India to serve in public life and has been elected multiple times as a Member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram. In Parliament, he has championed causes like education, innovation, heritage, civil liberties, and foreign policy, and is known for bringing depth and clarity to legislative debates.

As an author of over 20 books, including Why I Am a Hindu, The Inglorious Empire, Pax Indica, and The Paradoxical Prime Minister, Tharoor has shaped national discourse on history, identity, colonial legacy, and geopolitics. His writing is celebrated for its wit, insight, and erudition.

A globally sought-after speaker, Dr. Tharoor continues to inspire with his blend of scholarship, statesmanship, and storytelling, representing the finest intersection of intellect and public service.