Dr C.N. Manjunath

Dr. C. N. Manjunath is an Indian cardiologist, academic administrator, and politician from Karnataka.

He is widely known for his long tenure as Director of Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, where he became one of Karnataka’s most recognised public health figures. He later entered active politics and was elected to the Lok Sabha from Bengaluru Rural.

As of 2026, he continues to be active in national politics, healthcare advocacy, and public affairs while representing his constituency in Parliament.

By Rashmi | Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 01:05:15 PM [IST]

Dr C.N. Manjunath Biography

Dr. Cholenahalli Nanjappa Manjunath, better known as C N Manjunath was born into a modest family in Cholenahalli, Channarayapattana taluk. At the age of 10, he fell seriously ill with a high fever. His father, Nanjappa Gowda, went to great lengths to seek medical help, carrying him on his shoulders to hospitals in Channarayapattana and then to Udayapur, despite the distance.

This experience inspired Dr. Manjunath to pursue a career in medicine to aid the underprivileged in rural areas. Today, he is highly skilled in mitral valvuloplasty, a procedure for congenital heart conditions. Dr Manjunath is renowned for his principle of prioritizing treatment overpayment, ensuring that medical care is accessible to all.

His innovative technique, known as the "Manjunath technique," has revolutionised the field, particularly in performing Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty (BMV) in challenging cases, earning widespread acclaim for its cost-effectiveness.

On a personal front, he is married to Anusuya, the eldest daughter of Janta Dal (Secular) leader and former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda.

Dr Manjunath finds himself thrust into the political arena, representing the BJP in a significant electoral battle in Bengaluru Rural against D.K. Suresh, the two-time Congress MP and brother of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.

Initially hesitant about entering politics, Dr Manjunath was persuaded by his father-in-law, Deve Gowda, who meticulously paved the way for his candidacy. Amidst the BJP-JD(S) alliance, Dr Manjunath stands as a JD(S) candidate, contesting on the BJP symbol, a strategic arrangement reflecting the political landscape's complexities.

In 2024, he entered electoral politics with the Bharatiya Janata Party and contested the Lok Sabha election from Bengaluru Rural. He won the seat, marking a major transition from medicine and administration to parliamentary politics.

His move into politics was viewed as the entry of a respected technocrat and healthcare professional into public policy-making. He has since remained engaged in constituency matters, healthcare issues, and parliamentary responsibilities.

As of 2026, he continues to be active in national politics, maintaining his influence while actively engaging in legislative responsibilities, healthcare policy discussions, constituency development, and broader public affairs.

Dr C.N. Manjunath Personal Life

Full Name	Dr C.N. Manjunath
Date of Birth	23 Sep 1957 (Age 68)
Place of Birth	Cholenahalli of Channarayapattana taluk
Party Name	Janata Dal (Secular)
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Cardiologist
Father's Name	Late Nanjappa Chamarajegowda
Mother's Name	Shambhamma
Spouse's Name	Anasuya
Spouse's Profession	Homemaker and partner in partnership firms
Religion	Hindu
Caste	Vokkaliga
Website	NA

Dr C.N. Manjunath Net Worth

Net Worth

₹83.57 CRORE

ASSETS

₹98.39 CRORE

Liabilities

₹14.81 CRORE

Education Qualification of Dr C.N. Manjunath

Dr C N Manjunath completed his MBBS at Mysore Medical College and pursued further studies, earning a Doctor of Medicine in Cardiology (DM) from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, in 1988. He also engaged in post-doctoral research in cardiology to deepen his expertise in the field.

Interesting Facts about Dr C.N. Manjunath

Dr C N Manjunath is married to the daughter of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, making him a part of Deve Gowda's family involved in politics. With his participation, Manjunath becomes the twelfth member of Deve Gowda's immediate family to enter the political arena.

Additionally, he is the sibling of CN Balakrishna, who serves as a JDS MLA representing Shravanabelagola.

Political Timeline of Dr C.N. Manjunath

2026: Active in national politics, parliamentary work, and healthcare advocacy.
2024: - Joined Bharatiya Janata Party and contested Lok Sabha election from Bengaluru Rural.
- Elected as Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Bengaluru Rural

Dr C.N. Manjunath Early Life

2006: He progressed to become the director of the institute. During his tenure, the institute has undergone significant expansion, greatly increasing its capacity to serve patients. Both the previous Siddaramaiah government and the BJP government recognised his contributions and granted him extensions. However, his term concluded on January 31.
1988: He began his journey at the Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research in Bengaluru Rural as a faculty member in the Cardiology Department.

Dr C.N. Manjunath Achievements

Dr C N Manjunath was awarded a Padma Shri for his public service in 2017.

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