Akhilesh Sharma Bhujun (Nitish)

Akhilesh Sharma Bhujun is an engineering and project management professional with a keen interest in economic development, good governance and the sustainable transformation of Mauritius.

He holds an MSc in Project Management from the University of Central Lancashire, England, a BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering and Environment from the Université des Mascareignes in collaboration with the Université de Limoges, France, and a Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering from Lycée Polytechnique Sir Guy Forget. His work in the engineering sector has given him practical experience of technical operations, procurement, finance and project coordination.

Beyond engineering, he was an entrepreneur and director of his family business in the ICT sector, which supported the community through informatics and education services — an experience that taught him the challenges small enterprises face and the power of technology and education to empower people. He is also a member of a sociocultural organisation committed to heritage and social cohesion.

He joined the Congrès Citoyen Mauricien convinced that the country needs forward-looking ideas, responsible leadership and structural reform. His priorities:

• Economic transformation, innovation and diversification
• A supportive environment for entrepreneurship, investment and trade
• Sustainable, inclusive and green growth
• Transparency and accountability in public affairs
• New economic growth poles to create jobs and reduce regional disparities
• Social progress and the preservation of our cultural heritage

For him, political engagement is about taking responsibility, contributing ideas and working together for lasting change.