Menaka Guruswamy: Championing Equality in Rajya Sabha

Menaka Guruswamy, a senior advocate nominated for the Rajya Sabha by the TMC, aims to promote equality, fraternity, and non-discrimination. Known for her role in decriminalizing homosexuality in India, her candidacy seeks to strengthen TMC's constitutional voice. Polling for 37 seats is scheduled for March 16.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 28-02-2026 21:32 IST | Created: 28-02-2026 21:32 IST
Menaka Guruswamy: Championing Equality in Rajya Sabha
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Senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy is determined to advance the principles of equality, fraternity, and non-discrimination as a prospective Member of Parliament with the Trinamool Congress (TMC).

In an enthusiastic post on X, she expressed her honor for her nomination and thanked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her support.

Known for her defense of human rights, especially in the legal challenge leading to the decriminalization of homosexuality, Guruswamy's entry is expected to amplify TMC's constitutional discourse while representing West Bengal's interests.

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