Kalpana Devi Koonjoo-Shah is a Mauritian politician who has served in various ministerial roles, representing Constituency No. 13, Rivière des Anguilles–Souillac. A member of the Militant Socialist Movement (MSM), she has played a key role in advancing gender equality and social welfare in Mauritius.
Koonjoo-Shah was appointed as Minister of Gender Equality, Child Development, and Family Welfare following the 2019 general election, where she focused on issues such as domestic violence prevention and the empowerment of women. Her efforts in promoting child welfare and improving family services have made a significant impact on Mauritian society.
As of 2024, she continues to advocate for the protection and rights of vulnerable groups, further solidifying her role in shaping the country’s social policy. Indiaspora is proud to have Kalpana Devi Koonjoo-Shah in our Global Government Leaders List.