Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 27/02/1978 |
| Age | 48 years |
| Birthplace | Command Hospital in Kolkata, West Bengal |
Latest News about Saira Shah
22/09/2025
Saira Shah Halim’s book Comrades and Comebacks was launched in 2025, adding a published political and activist memoir-style work to her profile. Coverage around the launch framed the book as a reflection on the Indian Left and her broader public-life experiences.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Saira Shah Halim |
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| Biography | Saira Shah Halim is an award-winning social activist, educator, writer, and political leader known for her advocacy of gender justice, secularism, and human rights. After a corporate career as a trainer and educator, she transitioned into activism, working on farmers' protests, LGBTQ+ rights, and anti-CAA advocacy. She is the author of Comrades and Comebacks (2025) and continues to be active as a columnist and TEDx speaker. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm (5' 5") |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
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Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
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| Address | 12, Dr Md. Ishaque Road, Kolkata-700016 |
| Marital Status | Married |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Dr Fuad Halim (politician, medical professional) | ||||
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Family
| Father | Lt. Gen. Zameer Uddin Shah |
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| Mother | Sabiha Simi Shah |
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| Spouse | Dr Fuad Halim (politician, medical professional) |
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| Relatives | Naseeruddin Shah (uncle, actor) |
Career
| Profession(s) | Politician, Social and Political Activist, Theatre Artist, Educator, Corporate Trainer, Writer, Columnist, TEDx Speaker |
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| Policial Party | Communist Party of India (Marxist) |
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Favourites
| Author | Arundhati Roy |
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| Colour | Red |
| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Attire | Silk Saree |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/sairashahhalim/ | |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Saira is related to the Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah. | |
| 2. She comes from a lineage of the Nawabs of Sardhana. | |
| 3. Saira is actively involved in promoting gender equality and preserving democracy and secularism. | |
| 4. In March 2022, she entered politics through the Communist Party of India (Marxist). | |
| 5. Alongside her spouse, Saira manages the Kolkata Swasthya Sankalp NGO. | |
| 6. Despite relocating to different cities in India, Saira maintains a deep connection to her hometown of Kolkata. | |
| 7. Saira is the niece of the Indian actor Naseeruddin Shah[3] | |
| 8. She played a prominent role in farmers' protests and LGBTQ+ rights movements[2] |