Dharam Gokhool

About

Dharambeer Gokhool (born 25 October 1949) is a Mauritian politician who has been serving as the president of Mauritius since 6 December 2024. He won the 2024 presidential election with the backing of the Labour Party.

== Early life and education ==
Gokhool was born on 25 October 1949 in the village of Plaine des Roches, Mauritius to a Hindu Ravived (local terminology for Chamars) family. His father, Manilall Gokhool, worked as a laborer, while his mother, Koshila Gokhool, was a homemaker. He grew up in a rural, working-class household and was encouraged by his family to pursue his studies.
He attended Roches Noires Government School, where he was considered an exceptional student, and then Mapou Government School. In 1975 he graduated from the University of Delhi in India before returning to Mauritius. He became a member of the teaching staff at the University of Mauritius, serving several positions including lecturer, associate professor and dean of the law and management faculty.
As a seasoned academic, Mr Gokhool was made an officier dans l’Ordre des Palmes académiques by the French government.
His journey from a humble village upbringing to academic excellence abroad shaped his…