Anoushka Kale's Election as President
Anoushka Kale, a 20-year-old English Literature student at Sidney Sussex College, University of Cambridge, has been elected as the president of the prestigious Cambridge Union Society for the Easter 2025 term. Kale won the election uncontested, receiving 126 votes. As the current Debates Officer for the society, she is recognized for her commitment to promoting diversity and global debate. During her term as president, Kale plans to focus on strengthening the Union's ties with cultural societies, particularly the India Society, and continuing to host influential international speakers. Her election highlights her dedication to expanding access and fostering inclusivity within one of the world’s oldest and most renowned debating societies.

Legacy of the Cambridge Union Society
Founded in 1815, the Cambridge Union Society is one of the oldest debating societies in the world, with a longstanding tradition of championing free speech. Over the years, it has hosted some of the most prominent figures in history, from US presidents like Theodore Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan to UK Prime Ministers such as Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, and John Major. Renowned intellectuals like Stephen Hawking, Bill Gates, and the Dalai Lama have also addressed the Union's members. Anoushka Kale’s election continues this legacy, with her vision of expanding diversity and accessibility resonating within a society that has always been a platform for global discussions and influential voices across various fields.

Kale’s Vision for the Future
As the incoming president, Anoushka Kale is committed to delivering on her manifesto promises, which include increasing collaboration with cultural groups within the university, particularly the India Society. She also aims to make Union events more inclusive by reducing ticket prices for key events, such as the Summer Garden Party, to ensure that financial barriers do not prevent students from engaging in the society's rich tradition of debates. Kale’s focus on diversity, international relations, and ensuring broader student participation signals a new chapter for the Cambridge Union Society, with her leadership expected to reflect the values of accessibility, inclusivity, and the continuation of the Union’s reputation as a hub for intellectual exchange.