Binita Mehta: The Inspiring Ingénue 08/12/2015 8:28 am Sunetra Senior At 25 years old, Conservative Councillor Binita is the youngest in the country to be voted Leader of her Council Group in her hometown of Watford. She is also known for her outspoken yet sharp opinions, having been published in such papers as ‘The Spectator’ and ‘The Times’, and appearing on segments for such well-respected broadcasting channels as CNN, Sky News and BBC Newsnight. As we found out more about her motivations, including the expansion of BAME representation in the community, and spreading the message that “young people should be able to aspire to do whatever they want, especially when they are willing to work so hard for it”, it became clear why Binita’s professional credibility goes beyond just her record age. Sincere in spirit, she is truly connected to the politics of everyday; never forgetting all the little facets that make a difference, in the fight for a bigger change:
