Justin Trudeau Resigns as Canadian PM, Anita Anand Among Possible Successors

Transport Minister Anita Anand, an Indian-origin politician, emerges as a frontrunner to lead the Liberal Party and potentially become Canada's first woman PM of colour.

Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party ahead of Canada's upcoming general election, citing the country's best interests.
Anita Anand, Canada's current Minister of Transport, is among the top contenders to replace Trudeau, with the party set to elect a new leader by March 24, 2025.
If selected, Anand would make history as the first woman of colour and person of Indian descent to serve as Prime Minister of Canada.
Anand has held several key roles in Trudeau's government, including Minister of Defence, where she implemented reforms in the military and supported Ukraine during the Russia-Ukraine war.
Her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in securing vaccines and medical supplies, has been widely praised, bolstering her credentials within the Liberal Party.