Zohran Mamdani’s historic victory as New York City’s first Indian-origin and Muslim mayor has made global headlines. But behind the scenes, a key figure helped shape his message, strategy, and voter outreach -- Maya Handa, his campaign manager.

Handa, a rising name in progressive political circles, is being credited with helping Mamdani pull off one of the most surprising upsets in recent American politics, defeating heavyweights like former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.

A strategist with deep roots in progressive politics

Maya Handa has built her reputation managing progressive campaigns across New York. Before joining Mamdani’s mayoral run, she worked on several high-profile races for left-leaning candidates, earning a name as a strategist who understands digital

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