Why I got involved in politics

I have been a proud Corkonian since 2008. Prior to the local elections in 2019, my focus was to educate students and the public about their voting rights and encourage them to register to vote. At that point, I realised that contesting would give me a chance to raise awareness of issues that affect the migrant community and the general public, such as housing and transportation. That was a great learning for me and this year, I want to continue my journey to work with the community for the betterment of the community as a whole.

My priorities

I want to focus on:

- Housing: Providing practical solutions to the housing crisis with affordable housing for all, including students and healthcare workers.

- Irish Residence Permit: Reducing registration fees for IRP for International students.

- Inclusion: Fighting agaisnt racism, prejudice and hate crime.

- Community: Providing a cultural space in the city for all communities to help celebrate festivals and other community gatherings.

In a nutshell, I want to create an Ireland that works for all. 

My background

I work in UCC as a Technical Officer at the School of Microbiology. I am also the President of the UCC Indian Alumni Community, EDI Ambassador for International Students at the School of Microbiology, and Director of Aatma Indian Dance troupe in Cork. I am an artist, social worker and a volunteer at local charities like Cork Penny Dinners and Cork DAWG. I was also a member of the Indian Community Support group set up in response to the COVID-19 pandemic by the Ambassador of India to Ireland. 

I am an Indian at heart and Irish by soul.