Archana Kapoor is one of India’s most influential voices in community media and social transformation. As Founder and Director of SMART and Radio Mewat, she has spent decades using storytelling and local communication to drive change across gender, health, and empowerment. She is the visionary force behind The Radio Festival, now in its 9th edition, which has grown into India’s foremost platform bringing together radio, podcasting, and storytelling communities. A recipient of the Vodafone Woman of Substance, Devi, and Skoch Awards, along with several international recognitions, her work continues to redefine how media can serve society, tackle misinformation and stay credible.
