Laxmi Agarwal, once known as the acid attack survivor, is now just Laxmi – a mother, a symbol of courage, hope and love for life. A motivational speaker and messenger for millions of social voices, she has inspired people and emphasised on the strength of inner beauty. Laxmi Agarwal was... Read more
Laxmi Agarwal, once known as the acid attack survivor, is now just Laxmi – a mother, a symbol of courage, hope and love for life. A motivational speaker and messenger for millions of social voices, she has inspired people and emphasised on the strength of inner beauty.
Laxmi Agarwal was only 15 when she was attacked by her stalker with acid in 2005. He thought he will kill her dreams. Little did he know that she will bounce back and will strike a chord deep within people. As she says “Usne acid mere chehre par daala hai, sapnon par nahin” (He threw acid on my face, not on my dreams), Instead she never stopped dreaming and today, she is synonymous with courage and beauty around the globe.
Agarwal received 2014 International Women of Courage award by US First Lady Michelle Obama. She was chosen as the NDTV Indian of the Year. She was also awarded by prestigious Mother Teresa Award in 2018. For her exemplary courage and contribution to society, she was honoured on the famous show – “India’s Next Superstar” – where her life story was portrayed through an act. She has been invited by many corporates, schools, colleges and other institutions for motivational talks.
Today, Laxmi Agarwal is the face of several brands, including NIMAI’s new ‘Promise’ brand (a luxury fashion brand with a soul) and Viva N Diva (a clothing brand). She has challenged the stereotype by becoming the face of a fashion brand even after undergoing several reconstructive surgeries. She has helped more than 100 victims of acid attacks all over India by providing assistance with treatment, legal aid, counselling and rehabilitation and becoming the face of the unprivileged acid attack surviving women in India. She has now launched a new campaign “StopSaleAcid” to fight against the free sale of acid in India. More than twenty thousand persons have joined this campaign, which has been organised in more than six states till date i.e. Delhi, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Dehradun, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.
You can book Laxmi Agarwal through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Laxmi's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Laxmi Agarwal's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Laxmi tailored to your event.
Laxmi Agarwal speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Laxmi to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Laxmi Agarwal for events worldwide, subject to Laxmi's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Laxmi Agarwal is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Laxmi can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Laxmi Agarwal on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Laxmi can offer.
Laxmi Agarwal delivers keynotes in Hindi. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Laxmi Agarwal's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Laxmi's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Laxmi Agarwal can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in a range of business, leadership and industry subjects is relevant. Details of Laxmi's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Laxmi Agarwal is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Laxmi Agarwal, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Laxmi's current availability for your dates.