SHILPI NEHA TIRKEY
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY &
CO-OPERATIVE, GOVERNMENT OF JHARKHAND,
MEMBER OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, MANDAR.
[email protected] POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Indian National Congress (INC)
EDUCATION
Graduation from Business Administration at Christ University, Bangalore (2013)
Post Graduation -Diploma in Marketing Communication from St Xavier's College,
Mumbai (2015)
DESIGNATION
Member of Jharkhand Legislative Assembly from Mandar since June 2022 representing
the Indian National Congress
Minister of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operative in the Government of
Jharkhand
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
Shilpi Neha Tirkey is the youngest minister in Jharkhand and serves as the Agriculture
Minister, focusing on initiatives like Seed Villages to enhance agricultural practices.
Shilpi upheld her family's political legacy by stepping into politics during challenging
times, earning recognition as a strong leader.
She is known for raising her voice for the public good and fighting for people's rights,
gaining recognition as a capable leader.
Shilpi prioritizes the participation of women and youth in politics, emphasizing their
importance in her ministerial duties.
MAHUA MAJI
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT (RAJYA SABHA).
[email protected]
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Literature from Ranchi University (2001)
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology from Ranchi University (1994)
DESIGNATION
Member of Rajya Sabha since 2022
Former Chairperson of Jharkhand State Women’s Commission.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
Played a significant role as Chairperson of the Jharkhand State Women’s Commission.
Advocated for women’s rights and addressed issues such as human trafficking and child
labor.
Received an International Literary Award from Katha U.K. at the House of Lords,
England, in 2007.
Endorsed by Jharkhand Mukti Morcha President Shibu Soren and Chief Minister Hemant
Soren as a Rajya Sabha nominee.
LOUIS MARANDI
MEMBER OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, JAMA.
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POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)
EDUCATION
Completed M.A. from Santhali in 1995
Completed Ph.D from Ranchi University in 2010
DESIGNATION
Member of Jharkhand Legislative Assembly as a member of Jharkhand Mukti Mukti
Morcha
Louis Marandi is a contestant from the Jama seat in the assembly election.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
Served as President of the Women’s Wing of the Jharkhand Bharatiya Janata Party and as
a member of the Jharkhand Women’s Commission, contributing to women's
empowerment and policy discussions.
Lectured on the Santali subject at various colleges in Jharkhand, promoting the regional
language and culture.
Currently serves as a Cabinet Minister in the BJP-led Jharkhand government,
representing Santal Pargana and playing a crucial role in governance and development
initiatives in the region.
BABULAL MARANDI
MEMBER OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, DUMKA.
[email protected]
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP)
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Arts (BA) from Ranchi University.
DESIGNATION
Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Dumka constituency.
Leader of Opposition (LOP) in the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly.
Former Chief Minister of Jharkhand (2000–2003).
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
As the first Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Marandi played a crucial role in the formation
of the state in 2000.
Marandi pushed for tribal welfare programs, infrastructure development, and greater
political representation for the people of Jharkhand.
Marandi was also involved in policies related to controlling Naxalism in Jharkhand.
He is currently serving as the Leader of Opposition (LOP) in the Jharkhand Legislative
Assembly, where he leads the opposition parties and advocates for better governance in
the state.
DEEPIKA PANDEY SINGH
MINISTER OF PANCHAYATI RAJ, GOVERNMENT OF JHARKHAND,
MEMBER OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, MAHAGAMA.
[email protected]
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Indian National Congress (INC)
EDUCATION
She obtained a BSc degree in biology from St. Xavier's College, Ranchi in 1994–97.
She also pursued MBA - Information Technology from Xavier Institute of Social Service,
Ranchi in 1998–2000.
She later studied LLB from Co-Operative College, Jamshedpur in 2008–2011.
DESIGNATION
Indian politician from Jharkhand and a member of the Indian National Congress.
She was elected as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Jharkhand from Mahagama.
Dipika is also a National Secretary of the Indian National Congress.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
She was appointed District President of Godda District Congress and credited with
reviving Congress in the area.
Led grassroots campaigns like "Gaon-Goan, Paon-Paon" to engage directly with villages
and encourage youth and women participation in Congress.
Campaigned for prohibition in 2017, highlighting the impact of alcohol consumption on
women.
Undertook an indefinite fast following the Lalmatia mining accident to demand justice
for victims' families, which gained public support.
DEEPAK PRAKASH
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT (RAJYA SABHA).
[email protected]
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP)
EDUCATION
Deepak Prakash obtained his degree in Master of Arts in Political Science from Ranchi
University, Ranchi.
DESIGNATION
He is the National Executive Member and member of parliament, representing
Jharkhand in Rajya Sabha.
Formerly the State President of BJP Jharkhand, he is currently a member of the
Standing Committee on Commerce, Coal & Steel, as well as the Consultative Committee
on Petroleum.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
Associated with Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and a member of Rashtriya
Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) since 1973, reflecting his long-standing commitment to
nationalist organizations
Instrumental in reviving BJP’s strategies in Jharkhand after electoral losses,
demonstrating his leadership and organizational capabilities
JAYRAM MAHTO
MEMBER OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, DUMRI.
[email protected] POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JKLM)
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in English (MA) from P. K. Roy Memorial College, Vinoba Bhave
University, Dhanbad.
DESIGNATION
Member of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Dumri Assembly
constituency.
Founder of JLKM, a political party focused on safeguarding Jharkhandi local languages
and cultural heritage.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
2024 Jharkhand Legislative Assembly Elections: Mahto won a historic victory from
Dumri by defeating the sitting minister Baby Devi.
Mahato is known for his activism and efforts to preserve the cultural heritage and
languages of Jharkhand.
His efforts have earned him recognition as ‘Tiger Mahto’ among Jharkhand’s youth and
political activists.
NISHIKANT DUBEY
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT (LOK SABHA).
[email protected]
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP)
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).
DESIGNATION
Member of Lok Sabha from Godda constituency.
Member of the Standing Committee on Finance, Petroleum and Natural Gas.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
He had an instrumental role in setting-up the AIIMS Deoghar and the Deoghar Airport at
Deoghar, Santhal Pargana Division.
He has been one of the prominent BJP faces from the state.
As a member of various parliamentary committees, he has contributed to discussions on
national policy matters, including finance, energy, and industry.
CP SINGH
MEMBER OF LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, RANCHI.
[email protected]
POLITICAL AFFILIATION
Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP)
EDUCATION
Ranchi University.
DESIGNATION
Member of Jharkhand Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Ranchi constituency.
Former Minister of State for Urban Development and Housing in the Jharkhand
Government.
Former Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs in the Jharkhand Government.
Chairman of Jharkhand Legislative Assembly from 2010-2013.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND NOTABLE WORKS
As a former Minister of Urban Development, he played a key role in various
infrastructural and urban planning initiatives aimed at modernizing the city focusing on
projects like better roads, improved drainage systems, and development of public
amenities.
He is serving his sixth consecutive term as the MLA from Ranchi constituency, since
1996, more than any BJP leader from the region.
