Ashok Lahiri

Ashok Lahiri is an Indian economist and politician from West Bengal, affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party. He represents the Alipurduars Assembly constituency in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly.

Known for his background in public finance and economic policy, he has contributed to legislative discussions with a focus on fiscal governance and development issues.

As of 2026, he continues to serve as an MLA, participating in Assembly proceedings and policy-oriented debates in West Bengal.

By Rashmi | Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:25:36 AM [IST]

Ashok Lahiri Biography

Ashok Lahiri was born in West Bengal and pursued an academic career in economics before entering public life. He established himself as a respected economist, holding teaching and research positions and contributing to discussions on fiscal policy and public finance at the national level.

Before his electoral career, Lahiri served in advisory and institutional roles related to economic governance, including participation in finance-related committees and policy bodies. His work during this period focused on taxation, budgeting, and intergovernmental fiscal relations.

He entered active electoral politics by contesting the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election from the Alipurduars constituency as a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate. His victory marked the transition from an academic and advisory role to a legislative position within the state government framework.

As a legislator, Lahiri has been involved in Assembly debates concerning economic management, development planning, and public expenditure. His contributions draw upon his professional expertise in economics and governance.

As of 2026, Ashok Lahiri continues to serve as an elected MLA from Alipurduars in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly.

Ashok Lahiri Personal Life

Full Name	Ashok Lahiri
Date of Birth	03 Aug 1951 (Age 74)
Place of Birth	West Bengal
Party Name	Bharatiya Janta Party
Education	PhD in Economics
Father's Name	Benoy Kumar Lahiri
Mother's Name	NA
Spouse's Name	NA
Religion	Hindu
Website	NA

Ashok Lahiri Net Worth

Net Worth

₹7.43 CRORE

ASSETS

₹7.43 CRORE

Liabilities

N/A

Political Timeline of Ashok Lahiri

2026: Continues to serve as MLA from Alipurduars, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly.
2021-2026: Served as an MLA in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly, participating in debates related to fiscal governance, budgeting, and development policy, drawing on his professional background in economics.
2021: Elected as a Member of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly from Alipurduars Assembly constituency as a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate, marking his entry into state-level electoral politics.
2014-2019: Continued engagement in public policy and economic advisory roles following the dissolution of the Planning Commission and the formation of NITI Aayog, while remaining active in academic and policy circles.
2004-2014: Appointed as a Member of the Planning Commission of India, where he worked on macroeconomic policy, public finance, and development planning at the national level.
1996-2002: Served as Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), representing West Bengal, contributing primarily on issues related to economics, finance, and public policy.

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