Australia

6 NRI Candidates Enter Australian Federal Election Race, 2025

Los Angeles/ Apr 18, 2025
NRIpress.club/Ramesh/ A.Gary Singh

In a growing trend reflecting Australia's increasingly multicultural political landscape, six Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates have entered the fray for this year’s Federal election. Their participation highlights the expanding footprint of the Indian diaspora in the country's democratic process.

Over recent years, candidates of NRI have made significant strides in Australian politics, particularly at state and local levels. This year’s federal election marks another milestone, with the six NRI contenders representing various political parties across multiple constituencies.

Community leaders and political observers have welcomed this development, viewing it as a sign of deeper engagement and representation for Indian Australians, who now form one of the fastest-growing migrant communities in the country.

	Ash Ambihaipahar, Australian Labor Party Ashwini Ambihaipahar holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Sydney and a Juris Doctor from the University of Technology Sydney. Ashwini is the Australian Labor Party candidate for the federal seat of Barton. Read More... Click Here
	Dr Michelle Ananda-Rajah, Liberal Party Dr Michelle Ananda-Rajah: Born in London to Tamil parents and raised in Zambia and Australia, she brings a rich multicultural perspective to her role in Parliament. She elected in 2022 as the Labor MP for Higgins, she co-founded Healthcare Workers Australia and advocates for stronger healthcare protections and evidence-based policy. Read More... Click Here
	Loki Sangarya, GRN (Scullin VIC) Loki Sangarya an engineer, activist, and unionist, fighting for a future where everyone can afford to live and thrive in a safe climate. As a water and wastewater treatment engineer, I have worked on the frontlines of climate risks in Victoria and New Zealand. Read More... Click Here
	Mira D’Silva, Liberal candidate for Lalor. Mira D'Silva is an entrepreneur and community advocate. She wants to help get Australia back on track by easing cost-of-living pressures, improving local roads, and enhancing community safety. Drawing on her business expertise, Mira is determined to be a strong voice for Lalor.C Read More... Click Here
	Nildhara Gadani, Labor candidate for Goldstein, VIC Nildhara Gadani is a proud migrant and a passionate advocate for her community A Strong Voice for Opportunity and Support Dedicated Educator and Community Advocate Read More... Click Here
	Varun Nagarajan Ghosh, Australian Labor Party Varun Nagarajan Ghosh (born 30 August 1985) is an Australian politician and barrister. He has been a Senator for Western Australia since 2024, representing the Australian Labor Party (ALP). He was nominated by the ALP to fill a casual vacancy caused by the retirement of Pat Dodson. Read More... Click Here