Twitter Celebrates as KK Shailaja Graces The Cover of Vogue India

Vogue India honors Kerala’s Health Minister for her efforts against COVID-19.

For the month of November, Vogue India has decided to pay tribute to Kerala's Health Minister KK Shailaja by putting her on the cover of the magazine. KK Shailaja has been featured on Vogue's list of 'Women of the Year 2020.' Previously, Shailaja has been recognised internationally for her efforts in fighting against the COVID-19 pandemic.

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“There’s no time to be scared. More than fear, I feel an enthusiasm to get involved,” says #KKShailaja, Kerala’s minister for health, social justice and women and child development. Read the exclusive interview here. #VogueWOTY2020https://t.co/vrf0mfDmUQ pic.twitter.com/YVDiTe6n4i

— VOGUE India (@VOGUEIndia) November 9, 2020

Social media users celebrated the news:

One user also pointed out that Vogue India's Twitter account had changed its display picture to that of KK Shailaja.

KK Shailaja's efforts have been recognised globally. In September, UK's Prospect magazine released a list of "The world’s top 50 thinkers 2020" which placed Kerala health minister KK Shailaja at the top. Shailaja was followed by New Zealand’s prime minister Jacinda Ardern, and architect Marina Tabassum.

In June, the United Nations had invited her to an event where she was the only speaker from India. The event was meant to honour people who have risked their lives to deliver essential services amid the pandemic. At the virtual event, KK Shailaja presented the Kerala model.