Chandra Arya faces backlash over language skills as he enters Canada's PM race
hindustantimes.com — January 11, 2025, 09:00 AM UTC
Chandra Arya, an Indian-origin MP, announced his candidacy for Prime Minister of Canada after Justin Trudeau's resignation. He aims to create a more efficient government and address key issues facing the country. His announcement has sparked controversy, with some mocking his English and accent. A user on X criticized Arya's language skills and questioned his qualifications for the role. Arya, a Liberal Party member representing Nepean, has served in the House of Commons since 2015. He previously highlighted his Kannada heritage by speaking the language in parliament.