POLITICAL ORGANIZATION

THE INDIAN CONGRESS PARTY

AT THE INDIAN CONGRESS PARTY,WE AIM TO CREATE A THRIVING AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY WHERE ALL RESIDENTS CAN LIVE SAFELY AND PROSPER

Who Are We

Indian Congress Party is a dedicated political party committed to promoting the rights and interests of our communities across the country.

Our Purpose

Our mission is to foster a safer and more prosperous environment by tackling illegal activities and crime, while actively working to improve service delivery. We strive to enhance the quality of life by addressing essential infrastructure needs such as repairing roads, fixing traffic lights, and ensuring well-lit streets for a brighter future.

Join Us

Whether you want to be an active voice in your community, help drive policy changes, or contribute to making our streets safer and our services better, Indian CP welcomes you. Together, we can make a lasting impact. Lets make KZN great again

Indian Congress Party who chaplain Dr Shaun is the leader of we have been assisting residents with service delivery since 2021 and continue to do so use our Manifesto to we have a track record were the current councillors could not solve the current issues but chaplain Dr Shaun have resolved the issues in the community with service delivery and have group chats that operates on a 24/7 basis for the past 5 years

A Track Record of Service — Not Just Promises
For the past five years, since 2021, the Indian Congress Party, under the leadership of Chaplain Dr Shaun, has been present in our communities — listening to residents, responding to problems and assisting wherever possible with service-delivery matters.

Our commitment did not begin with an election campaign. It began with service.

While political promises are easy to make during election season, residents should ask a simple question:

Who has been there when the community needed help?
Chaplain Dr Shaun and the Indian Congress Party have maintained 24/7 community communication through dedicated group chats, allowing residents to raise concerns, report service-delivery problems and seek assistance. This work has continued consistently since 2021.

Our Manifesto is not simply a list of promises — it reflects the type of service we have already been working towards.

SERVICE DELIVERY WITHOUT EXCUSES
We stand for:

24/7 Ward Service what’s app chats

Dedicated ward vehicle to respond to water, electricity and infrastructure problems.

Regular SASSA and Social Services Clinics to improve services.

Crisis and advisory support for vulnerable families.

Ongoing engagement with health facilities and community services.

SAFE & STRONG COMMUNITIES
We believe councillors must be visible, accessible and accountable, while working with SAPS, CPF and residents to improve community safety.

JOBS, YOUTH & LOCAL DEVELOPMENT
We support local employment opportunities, community-based contractors and programmes that give our youth opportunities to build a better future.

INFRASTRUCTURE THAT WORKS
We want practical action on stormwater infrastructure, potholes, streetlights, road markings, parks, play areas, emergency water supply and animal welfare.

HONEST & ACCOUNTABLE GOVERNANCE
Residents deserve transparency, proper answers to their municipal accounts and meaningful engagement on municipal land, resources and ward priorities.

The choice before residents is therefore bigger than a political party logo. It is about choosing leadership with a history of being present in the community.

New candidates may arrive with new promises, but our track record of community involvement did not start yesterday.

For five years, Chaplain Dr Shaun and the Indian Congress Party have continued to listen, assist, engage and stand with residents.

We do not promise perfection.
We promise presence, progress and accountability.
We promise to serve, not rule.
To listen, not ignore.
To act, not make excuses.

Don’t only ask what a candidate promises. Ask what they have already done.
Indian Congress Party — Leadership with a Track Record of Service.
Chaplain Dr Shaun Leader, Indian Congress Party join Us
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Petitions

Petition to re elect Ward 48 Ward committee

We appreciate your attention to this matter and await your timely response. Office of the Speaker
City of Durban
Subject:Urgent Concern Regarding Irregularities in Ward 48 – Request for Immediate Intervention and Re-Election of Ward Committee Members
Dear Hon. Speaker,
We trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits.
On behalf of the Indian Congress Party, we are compelled to raise serious and urgent concerns regarding governance and conduct within Ward 48, currently under the leadership of Councillor Michelle Lutchman. A growing number of complaints from community members, along with direct observations, have highlighted persistent irregularities that undermine the legitimacy and effectiveness of the ward committee.
Our concerns are as follows:
1.Nepotism and Conflicts of Interest:

A disproportionate number of ward committee members are reported to be close relatives, friends, or business affiliates of the Councillor. This practice compromises the fairness and transparency that are foundational to ethical governance.

2.Abuse of Power:
There are widespread reports of certain ward committee members misusing their positions. This includes incidents of intimidation, exclusion of residents from participation, and conduct unbecoming of public representatives, fostering mistrust within the community.
3.Chairperson’s Residency Status:
It has come to light that the current chairperson of the War Room does not reside within Ward 48. This contravenes the basic criteria for ward representation and erodes the chairperson’s legitimacy to serve the interests of the local constituency.
4.Councillor Interference:
Councillor Michelle Lutchman has been reported to interfere unduly in the operations of the ward committee, leading to confusion, division, and a decline in effective service delivery. This has severely disrupted community engagement and the delivery of developmental programs.
The culmination of these issues has resulted in a loss of confidence and disillusionment among residents. There is a growing sentiment of exclusion, and many community members feel disenfranchised, under represented, and neglected by their elected structures.
In light of the above, we formally and respectfully request:
5.An immediate investigation into the composition, functioning, and integrity of the current Ward 48 committee.
6.The dissolution of the existing ward committee, based on the documented irregularities and community concerns.
7.The initiation of a transparent, fair, and community-inclusive re-election processto reconstitute the ward committee with genuinely representative leadership.
As a registered political party dedicated to ethical leadership and grassroots development, we strongly urge your office to intervene without delay. Swift action will help restore community trust, reinforce democratic values, and promote good governance in Ward 48.
We appreciate your attention to this matter and await your timely response.
We need 500 signatures to support this initiative thank you.

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PETITION TO REOPEN THE PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING ON 221 CLAYFIELD DRIVE PHOENIX AS A HOME AFFAIRS OFFICE TO SERVE PHOENIX AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES

The Hon. Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works: Dean McPherson
The Mayor: Cyril Xaba of eThekwini Municipality
Members of the eThekwini Council
We, the residents of Phoenix and the surrounding communities of Mt Edgecombe, Cornubia, and KwaMashu, respectfully submit this petition and plea for urgent intervention regarding the now-closed and vacant Public Works building located on Clayfield Drive in Ward 48.
This government facility, which currently stands unused, presents a vital opportunity to establish a fully functioning Department of Home Affairs office within our community. For far too long, residents have been forced to travel long distances to Tongaat or Umgeni Road (Durban) to access basic Home Affairs services — an ongoing inconvenience that particularly affects the elderly, working-class families, and those with limited transport options.
Despite repeated concerns raised by the community, we have seen no visible advocacy or action from our elected representatives to address this urgent need.
We believe that reopening and repurposing the Clayfield Drive building as a Home Affairs office will bring immense benefit to thousands of residents across multiple wards in Phoenix and nearby areas. It will reduce overcrowding in other Home Affairs offices, improve access to critical documentation and identity services, and restore dignity and convenience to our people.
We urge the relevant departments and leadership to:
1.Prioritise the reopening of the Clayfield Drive Public Works building.
2.Allocate resources to convert it into a fully operational Home Affairs office.
3.Recognise the pressing needs of our community and respond with decisive action.
We call on all residents to support this initiative by signing our petition of 10 000 Signatures at:
👉www.theindiancp.co.za
Let us work together to bring services closer to the people and ensure that all communities — including ours — are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect.
Sincerely,
The Concerned Residents of Phoenix and Surrounding Areas

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MORE ABOUT US

We deliver true results, focusing on strategic decisions and practical actions tailored to our communitys unique reality.

We, the Indian Congress Party, are a dynamic community service group made up of four dedicated members, all of us passionate about creating a safer, cleaner, and more prosperous environment for our community. We actively combat crime by collaborating with local authorities and community members, fostering a sense of safety and unity. Our work also extends to environmental initiatives, where we take the lead in cleaning and revitalizing public spaces, making the area more welcoming and vibrant.

Committed to improving service delivery, we focus on tackling critical issues such as unemployment and tirelessly work to find practical solutions to persistent problems like water shortages and power outages. Through our hands-on approach and unwavering commitment, we are driving real change and enhancing the quality of life for everyone in the community.

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