SHREWSBURY, MA — Anand Sharma officially took the oath of office Thursday after winning a seat on Shrewsbury’s Select Board in the town election, according to the town clerk’s office.
Sharma earned the highest vote total in the Select Board race with 2,292 votes, according to official election results. Incumbent Carlos Garcia secured the second available seat with 2,271 votes, while incumbent Beth Casavant narrowly missed reelection with 2,205 votes.
“I’m deeply honored by the trust the people of Shrewsbury have placed in me,” Sharma told Patch on Friday. “This election was never about one person, it was about residents coming together and asking for thoughtful leadership, accountability, and a stronger vision for our town’s future. I look forward to working hard every day to serve all residents and help move Shrewsbury forward in a positive and collaborative way.”
Sharma announced his candidacy in early March and said that overdevelopment was one of the key issues motivating his campaign.
You can read more about Sharma's campaign here: Anand Sharma To Run For Shrewsbury Select Board
A Shrewsbury resident for more than 25 years, Sharma has previously served on the Spirit of Shrewsbury Committee and the town’s 300th Anniversary Committee. He has also volunteered with the Rotary Club and other community initiatives.
Sharma has served as a Town Meeting member and said he regularly attends public meetings to advocate for residents’ concerns.
Growing up in a poor farming community without basic amenities, Sharma said hard work became second nature early in life. He said those experiences shaped his dedication, gratitude, and commitment to giving back to the community.
Sharma holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a master’s degree in business administration. He currently works as an IT specialist at MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington.
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