World · India Bureau
Tharoor hails Nithya Raman's appointment as Los Angeles mayor
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has congratulated Nithya Raman on her expected election as Mayor of Los Angeles, highlighting her Kerala roots. Raman, described by Tharoor as 'a daughter of Thiruvananthapuram', is poised to become the city's next mayor.
LSN India ·
Shashi Tharoor, the Thiruvananthapuram Member of Parliament, has extended his congratulations to Nithya Raman following her anticipated victory in the Los Angeles mayoral race. In a social media post, Tharoor welcomed Raman's appointment to the position and emphasized her connection to the Kerala capital.
Tharoor's tribute underscored Raman's heritage, describing her as 'a daughter of Thiruvananthapuram' in recognition of her ties to the southern Indian city. The acknowledgment highlights the growing presence of Indian-origin professionals in prominent international positions.
Raman's expected victory as Los Angeles mayor represents a significant milestone for representation in American municipal governance. Her electoral success comes as several individuals of Indian descent have recently assumed leadership roles in major U.S. cities and institutions.
The development has drawn attention in Indian political circles, with leaders like Tharoor taking note of achievements by Indians abroad. Raman's background and career trajectory have previously been noted as representing the successful integration of diaspora members into American civic life.