Dr. Kiran Khanna

State President

Haryana Media Council

Dr. Kiran Khanna is a seasoned communication strategist and academic leader who has spent over two decades shaping narratives across media, academia, and brand strategy. As the founder of AIDA Story, her communication consultancy, she helps experts, founders, and professionals articulate their stories with clarity and influence. With 24+ years of experience as Professor, Dean, PhD Supervisor, Journalist, Researcher, and Broadcaster, she brings a rare blend of scholarly depth and practical expertise to the art of storytelling, making her a trusted voice in the field.

Her journey is marked by academic excellence, with a Ph.D., two Master’s degrees, and two Gold Medals for outstanding achievement. Beyond academia, Dr. Khanna has made her mark as a media professional with Doordarshan, All India Radio, and Dainik Bhaskar, and as a corporate consultant shaping communication strategies, conducting PR trainings, and leading POSH workshops. She has authored over 30 research papers, underscoring her belief that research insights themselves are powerful stories waiting to be told.

A relentless champion of women in communication, Dr. Khanna’s leadership has been recognized with awards from the Women Economic Forum, DSLA, and ICJ Global, among others. Whether mentoring women carving careers in media, guiding organizations to craft impactful narratives, or raising her twin boys with the same energy she brings to her professional projects, she embodies the mission of turning storytelling into a transformative tool for influence and impact.