Forbes India to list the person of the year

One of the most influential international magazines Forbes is all set to announce the "Person of the Year" in its upcoming edition that will hit the stands on Friday, December 18.

21 eminent Indians who have shown leadership, courage and enterprise and in many ways, exemplify the unique "Indian Way" are in the race.

There are also prizes to be won too. Among those who vote for the eventual winner, to be chosen by the Forbes India editorial team, 25 people will be picked by a lucky draw for a special prize.

Similarly, among those who vote for the popular choice in the online poll, 25 people will be selected for a lucky prize.

The nominees for the honour are:

The Nominees are:

* Shobhana Bhartia, Chairperson, Hindustan Times Group

* Chetan Bhagat, Author

* Facebook, everybody's Man Friday to connect with humanity

* Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Captain, Indian Cricket Team

* K.G. Balakrishnan, Chief Justice of India

* Karambir Kang, General Manager, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Mumbai

* Kiran Karnik, Interim Chairman, Sayam Computer Services

* Rahul Dhir, CEO, Cairn India

* Rahul Bhatia, Chairman, IndiGo Airlines

* Vikram Akula, Founder, SKS Microfinance

* Jean Dreze, Development Economist