Raipur: The post of Mayor of Raipur Municipal Corporation has been reserved for general women category this time. On this occasion, eminent leader of Sindhi society and former councilor Kavita Shiv-Gwalani has emerged as a strong contender for the post of Mayor from Congress Party.
Kavita Shiv-Gwalani gave an effective tenure as the councilor of Lieutenant Arvind Dixit Ward from 2009 to 2014 and contributed significantly to the overall development of the ward and improvement in civic amenities. Due to her social service and leadership ability, the Congress Party and the Sindhi community have widespread support for her.
Strong family background
Kavita Shiv-Gwalani’s husband is a famous writer and novelist of the city, whose literary works are famous in the entire region. Along with this, her son Ravi Gwalani has also made his mark in the social and business field.
• Ravi Gwalani is the youth president of Sindhi Council of India, a major organization of the Sindhi community.
• He has also served as the President of Raipur CA Institute, where he did a lot of work for the upliftment and training of young professionals.
Full support of Sindhi community
There are more than 1 lakh voters of Sindhi community in Raipur city, who will play a decisive role in this election. If the Congress Party gives ticket to Kavita Shiv-Gwalani, then it is certain that the Congress Party will get the widespread support of the Sindhi community, which will increase the chances of the party’s victory manifold.
Statement of Kavita Shiv-Gwalani
“Making Raipur a modern, clean and strong city is my priority. I will work with full dedication for the empowerment of women, employment opportunities for the youth and the overall development of the city.”
Key points:
• Former councillor (2009-2014): Lt. Arvind Dixit Ward and Member Appeal Committee
• Sindhi community: 1 lakh+ decisive voters
• Strong family background:
• Husband: Shiv Gwalaani famous writer and novelist
• Son Ravi Gwalaani: Youth President of Sindhi Council of India and former President of Raipur CA Institute
• Priorities for the post of Mayor: Cleanliness, women empowerment and overall development