Reeta Chakrabarti has recently replaced BBC presenter Huw Edwards as lead presenter on weekdays for BBC News at 10.

Who is Reeta Chakrabarti?

Reeta Chakrabarti, 58, is a British journalist and news presenter who works for the BBC. She was born in London and has a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Oxford.

Reeta Chakrabarti joined the BBC in 1993 and initially worked as a reporter for BBC Radio Leicester. She later moved on to work as a producer and reporter for BBC News, covering a wide range of topics, including politics, social issues, and current affairs.

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Chakrabarti’s career progressed, and she eventually became a prominent news presenter for the BBC. She has presented various news programs and bulletins, including the BBC News at One, BBC News at Six, and BBC News at Ten. Her work involves delivering news reports, conducting interviews with notable figures, and providing analysis and commentary on significant events.

In addition to her work as a news presenter, Chakrabarti has contributed to BBC Radio, lending her expertise and insights to discussions and programs. She has also hosted special coverage and documentaries for the BBC, exploring diverse subjects and shedding light on important issues.

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Chakrabarti’s contributions to journalism have been acknowledged with several awards and accolades. In 2018, she received the Royal Television Society’s Television Journalist of the Year award for her outstanding work in the field.