Indian of the Year: behind-the-scenes

People from all walks of life, including politicians, sportspersons, business leaders and Bollywood celebrities, are attending NDTV Indian Of The Year 2013 at the Taj Palace Hotel in New Delhi. Here's a look at some moments behind-the-scenes.

NDTV's Vikram Chandra pores over his notes.

NDTV's Nidhi Razdan, beautiful in a yellow sari goes over her notes ahead of the event.

Nikhil Naz chats with badminton ace PV Sindhu.

The control room, the nerve centre of tonight's show, is flooded with activity.

Lights, camera and lots of action.

These vacant chairs will soon be occupied by important dignitaries.

This is what the winners will take home this year.

Vikram takes a selfie with his colleagues.

NDTV's Nikhil Naz is engrossed with his laptop. The place around him is abuzz with activity.

Vikram rehearses on the stage.