Darsanand Balgobin is a Mauritian politician and Cabinet Minister, recognized for his contributions to public service and governance. As of 2024, he serves as the Minister of Information Technology, Communication, and Innovation in the Mauritian government.

Balgobin has played a pivotal role in driving digital transformation across the island, focusing on enhancing technological infrastructure and promoting innovation to boost Mauritius’s status as a regional tech hub. His initiatives have included expanding access to digital services and fostering a knowledge-based economy. Balgobin’s leadership in IT and communications reflects his commitment to modernizing government operations and improving connectivity for all Mauritians.

His efforts continue to shape the future of technology in Mauritius, positioning the country for further growth in the global digital landscape. Indispora is proud to have Darsanand Balgobin in our Global Government list.

Minister Bholah is currently the Minister of Industrial Development, SMEs and Cooperatives. Soomilduth held the portfolio of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives in the Government of Mauritius from December 2014 till 11 November 2019. He is now at the head of the Industrial Development Division as part of his ministerial portfolio.
Soomilduth is a Chartered Accountant. He has served for 35 years in a Senior Management position in the Private Sector. He has also been a Financial Director in the private sector for over 25 years.
Soomilduth is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK). He is also a member of the Chartered Global Management Accountants of USA. He enjoys soccer,learning and talking about International Politics and climate change.

Minister Callichurn is the Minister of Labour, Human Resource Development and Training. Soodesh is serving his second term at this current position. He was first appointed at this position in December 2014 and was re-elected on November 12, 2019. He has been a Member of the Parliament since December 2014.
Soodesh has worked as Magistrate, Barrister, and Assessor at Industry Property Tribunal and Environment Appeal Tribunal.
Soodesh holds a LLB from University of Wolverhampton, UK and a Post Graduate Diploma in Professional Legal Skills from City University, UK. He enjoys reading and talking about politics.

Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo is a prominent Mauritian politician and a member of the Militant Socialist Movement (MSM). As of 2024, she has served in various ministerial roles, including being the first woman to hold the position of Vice Prime Minister of Mauritius.

Elected to the National Assembly in 2005, she has represented Constituency No. 19, and after a brief gap, was re-elected in 2014. Over the years, she has held key portfolios, such as Minister of Social Security, National Solidarity, and Reform Institutions, and Minister of Gender Equality, Child Development and Family Welfare. Following the 2019 general election, she was appointed Minister of Social Integration, Social Security, and National Solidarity.

Her dedication to public service and social welfare has been a hallmark of her political career. Indiaspora is proud to have Fazila Jeewa-Daureeawoo in our Global Government Leaders List.

Minister Dookun-Lunhoomun is currently the Minister of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology. Leela Devi was appointed on November 12, 2019. She is also the former Minister of Social Security of Mauritius as well as a former Minister of Arts & Culture.
Leela Devi has been an Education Officer, a Part time Lecturer at the Mauritius Institute of Education., and the Vice President of MSM party/ President of women’s wing MSM party.She is a farmer by profession. She is well known for being a highly renowned Primary Teacher in the country.
Leela Devi holds a BSc Hons from the University of Delhi and completed her Postgraduate Certificate in Education at the MIE and her Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDip) from the University of Brighton.

Minister Ganoo is the Minister of Land Transport and Land Rail. Alan was appointed to this position on November 12, 2019. He has also been elected to serve as a member of the Legislative Assembly and National Assembly on 9 occasions. He has held office of Minister in Ministry of Justice and Attorney-General (1991-1993), Minister of Housing (1996-1997), Minister of Public Utilities (2000-2005), and Acting Minister of Fisheries (2004 to 2005). He has also held positions such as Speaker (1982), Opposition Whip (1987-1990), Deputy Chief Whip (1990) and Leader of the Opposition (2013). His ancestors migrated to Mauritius from Maharashtra, India.
Alan has been a Barrister since 1975 and worked as a Lawyer Legal Adviser to various Trade Union.
“Alan studied Law at Middle Temple and at King’s College, London. He joined the Mauritian Militant Movement (MMM) in the 1970s and was elected to the Legislative Assembly for the first time in 1982. ”

Minister Gobin is the Minister of Agro-Industry and Food Security​. Maneesh was appointed on November 12, 2019. He has been a member of the parliament since December 2014. He was also the previous Minister of Justice, Human Rights and Institutional Reforms.
Maneesh is a Barrister. He has more than 15 years standing at the Bar of Mauritius. He has extensive experience in the legal and judicial service of Mauritius in capacities inter alia State Counsel/Senior State Counsel , District Magistrate/Senior District Magistrate. He is a staunch supporter of social justice policies.
Maneesh holds an LLB. He enjoys travelling, hiking, and swimming.

Minister Sharma Hurreeram is the Minister of National Infrastructure and Community Development. Mahendranauth was appointed on November 12, 2019.
Mahendranuth Sharma Hurreeram is a Mauritian politician, serving as the Minister of National Infrastructure and Community since November 2019. He has a strong educational background, having graduated with a degree in sociology from the University of Mauritius.

Hurreeram began his political career as a member of the Labour Party and later joined the Militant Socialist Movement (MSM), where he has held various positions. He was elected as a Member of Parliament for Constituency No. 7, Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien, in the 2019 elections.

Known for his commitment to community development and disaster management, Hurreeram plays a crucial role in enhancing local governance and resilience in Mauritius, actively advocating for policies that address the needs of vulnerable populations. Indiaspora is proud to have Mahendranuth Sharma Hurreeram in our Global Government Leaders List.