Our Candidates
Veena S. is a hijra, a transsexual woman, who has struggled for many years for the rights of women, Dalits, sexual minorities and workers. She is seeking to represent the people of Okalipuram Ward-96, where she has lived all of her life. "I am asking you not to sell your vote to those who are trying to buy you with money and liquor," she says. "I promise you a clean politics, and whether I win or lose, I will work with integrity." Having grown up in a slum herself, Veena understands the critical issues for those who live there with her, including the improvement of basic facilities, the development of women and children, and equality for all sections of people in society. Veena has enormous experience and knows how to address people's problems.
Derick Anil, a long-time social activist working on environmental justice, beedi workers, landless laborers and many other issues, is contesting Hebbala Ward-21. "I believe in transparent governance, people's right to information, electoral reforms," he says. "I have realized the need for an alternative politics to make these things happen." Whether or not he is elected, he is committed to working for the overall development of Bangalore City, with people's participation, and making sure that every citizen has an equal share in the fruits of development. With respect to Hebbala Ward especially, he is determined to work for the fair distribution of water, waste management, and the basic needs of the poor.
Our candidates will represent people's voices and concerns in the BBMP Council. Our candidates will not loot people's money. Our candidates are committed to true democracy - governance of the people, by the people and for the people.