Swapan Dasgupta

Political analyst, Journalist, Columnist

Indian Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitical analyst, Journalist, Columnist
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceKolkata, West Bengal, India

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Bio/Wiki

Zodiac Sign/Sun SignLibra
HometownNew Delhi, India

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

Bachelor of Arts DegreeHistory from St. Stephen's College, Delhi
MA and PhDSchool of Oriental and African Studies, London

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Address14, Teen Murti Lane, New Delhi (office)
HobbiesWriting, Delivering Speeches

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Wife/SpouseRay Dasgupta, Lifestyle Editor at The Economic Times
Children
Son1
DaughterNone

Family

FatherS.C. Dasgupta
MotherRekha
Siblings
BrotherNot Known
SisterNot Known

Career

Important Events
  • Earned INLAKS scholarship by the INLAKS-Shivdasani Foundation
  • Moved to India in 1986 to pursue a career in journalism
  • Honoured with Padma Bhushan in 2015
  • Delivered speeches at King's India Institute and Tagore Centre for Global Thought, King's College, London
Works
  • The Statesman
  • The Times of India
  • The Telegraph
  • The Indian Express
  • India Today
  • The Pioneer
  • The New Indian Express
  • Outlook
  • The Free Press Journal

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Born into a prestigious family with a history of successful business ventures.
2. Opted for higher education over continuing the family business.
3. Began journalism career at The Statesman newspaper.
4. Experienced working with prominent newspapers and TV networks.
5. Received recognition from St. Stephen's College.
6. Passionate about delivering lectures on history, politics, and current affairs.
7. Active as a freelance writer for multiple publications.
8. Made impactful contributions to political discussions in electronic media.
9. Gained attention for appearances on NDTV.
10. Recognized for focusing on major political debates.
11. Published works in national and international media outlets.
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