NRI Chandra Arya, Nepean MP, not permitted to run in leadership race Liberal Party

Los Angeles/Jan 27, 2025
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NRI Chandra Arya, Nepean MP, has announced that the Liberal Party of Canada has informed him he is not permitted to run in the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as leader. Arya expressed disappointment over the decision and questioned its broader implications.

"While I await their official communication, I am carefully considering my next steps," Arya said. "This decision raises significant questions about the legitimacy of the leadership race and, by extension, the legitimacy of the next prime minister of Canada."

Parker Lund, a spokesperson for the Liberal Party, confirmed to CBC News that Arya "will not be a candidate for leader of the Liberal Party."

Leadership Rules and Disqualification

The Liberal Party’s leadership rules allow officials to disqualify candidates who fail to meet "mandatory criteria" or are deemed "manifestly unfit for the office of Leader of the Party" under Section 4(c)iii. The party must provide reasons for disqualification and allow candidates an opportunity to respond before making a final decision.

Arya’s campaign has yet to confirm whether he has received an official explanation for his disqualification.

Leadership Race and Contenders

Arya was among seven candidates who submitted their nomination packages by the Liberal Party’s deadline and met the initial financial criteria. Other candidates include prominent figures such as former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney, former deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland, House leader Karina Gould, Nova Scotia MP Jaime Battiste, and former Liberal MPs Frank Baylis and Ruby Dhalla.

Party spokesperson Parker Lund stated that the approval process for candidates would be finalized within 10 days, with additional review required by Elections Canada. Candidates who pass both approvals will be officially confirmed.

Arya’s Leadership Campaign

As the first sitting MP to announce his candidacy, Arya’s platform included significant reforms, such as abolishing the monarchy. He also acknowledged not speaking French but believed that this would not hinder his appeal to French-speaking Canadians.

Arya’s time in Parliament has been notable for occasional policy disagreements with the Liberal government. In 2023, he sponsored a petition urging the government to reconsider its plans for a foreign agent registry in response to allegations of foreign interference in Canadian politics. While the registry legislation has since passed, its implementation remains pending.

Next Steps

In a statement, Arya thanked his supporters and emphasized his ongoing commitment to serving Canadians.
"I remain steadfast in my commitment to working hard for the benefit of all Canadians. With a focused approach, I will continue striving to ensure a secure and prosperous future for the generations to come," he said.
Arya is now evaluating his next steps as the leadership race moves forward, underscoring what he described as critical questions about the transparency and fairness of the process.

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