News18 is all set to host the grand finale of Lions International presents News18 SheShakti 2025 on August 21 in New Delhi. After a successful debut regional edition in Mumbai, this year’s national edition carries the powerful theme: “From Breaking Barriers to Building Bharat”, highlighting the transformative role of women leaders in shaping India’s future.

Now in its third edition, SheShakti has evolved into a platform that honours women driving change across sectors-amplifying their voices, fostering inclusive leadership, and celebrating the impact they make in building a stronger, more equitable nation.

The finale will feature an inspiring lineup of speakers including Rekha Gupta (Chief Minister, Delhi), Smriti Irani (Former Cabinet Minister & Founder, The Alliance for Global Good), Lindy Cameron (British High Commissioner to India), Nidhi Khare (Secretary, DoCA, GoI), and Mallika Srinivasan (Chairman & MD, Tractors and Farm Equipment).

Avinash Kaul, CEO – Network18 (Broadcast) & MD, A+E Networks TV18, shared, “SheShakti has always been about championing the voices and leadership of women across industries. After our first regional edition, we are proud to bring this platform to a national scale with SheShakti 2025-honouring the unique role women play in building New Bharat.”

Puneet Singhvi, Chief Strategy Officer – Network18 Group, added, “Women today are reshaping every sphere-business, education, governance, and beyond. SheShakti 2025 will celebrate their courage, their breakthroughs, and the inclusive future they’re creating.”