Amid political turbulence, Diya Binu keeps her focus on governance (opens original article in a new tab)

Diya Binu, at 21, serves as chairperson of the Pala municipality, navigating political challenges and focusing on governance and development projects.

• Diya Binu, 21, is chairperson of the Pala municipality, completing six months in office.
• She faced challenges including the Model Code of Conduct and managing a coalition government.
• She focuses on municipal development projects and youth empowerment initiatives.
• Political tensions within her coalition are ongoing but she avoids commenting on them.