Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced intentions to step down, opening the field for new leadership within the Liberal Party.
Anita Anand, a prominent figure and current transport minister of Indian origin, is viewed as a leading candidate.
Chandra Arya, another Indian-origin MP, has officially declared his candidacy to lead Canada.
Many Indian Canadians are enthusiastic about the potential representation from their community in high office, seeing it as an opportunity for increased visibility.
Analysts predict a challenging path ahead for Trudeau's successor, especially with the next federal election approaching.