Kamya Punjabi wants to join politics

Mumbai Jan 3 (IANS) Actress Kamya Punjabi a former "Bigg Boss" contestant says she is interested in becoming a politician and put an end to harassment against women in the country.

"I want to be in politics as I feel politics is not a bad career choice. It is one of the most challenging and hardworking career options which not only tests one s strength but also the person s personality " Kamya who has featured in shows like "Parvarrish" and "Beintehaa" said in a statement to IANS.

"I want to bring harassment against women to an end. Women are born to live a greater life. I don t want to see anyone being a victim to their family society or anyone. They need to live a life fearlessly " she added.

She wants to encourage women to fight for their rights.

If she joins politics she says she will make the environment "so women-friendly that people will think before harassing a woman".

She is currently seen in the show "Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki".

--IANS
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