Kolkata: In a significant development on February 20, veteran journalist and columnist Sagarika Ghose officially filed her nomination for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from the Trinamool Congress (TMC). This move adds a new dimension to her illustrious career, as she steps into the political arena under the banner of the Mamata Banerjee-led party.
Sagarika Ghose, known for her impactful contributions to The Times of India, Outlook, The Indian Express, and CNN-IBN, has decided to embark on a political journey by accepting the nomination from the TMC.
The TMC had earlier announced Ghose’s nomination, along with other candidates, through a social media post on February 11. The party’s official statement expressed optimism about the nominees, wishing them success in upholding the Trinamool’s legacy of resilience and unwavering advocacy for the rights of every Indian.