Jagdambika Pal

Jagdambika‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ Pal is a veteran Indian politician from Uttar Pradesh and is presently the MP of Domariyaganj. A leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party with significant influence, he has been the MP of Domariyaganj in various Lok Sabha sessions.

In 1998, he served briefly as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and is recognised for his extensive parliamentary career and the wealth of his legislative ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌experience.

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Jagdambika Pal Biography

Jagadambika Pal, an Indian politician hailing from Uttar Pradesh, was born on October 21, 1950, in Rameshwerpuri village, Basti district, to Surya Bux Pal and Mool Raji Devi. With a background in law, he pursued his education at Gorakhpur University, obtaining an M.A. in Political Science, Ancient & Modern History, and LL.B.

Pal commenced his national-level political journey by contesting in the 15th Lok Sabha elections as an Indian National Congress candidate before switching allegiance to the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) in 2014. Successfully elected in the 16th Lok Sabha from the Domariyaganj constituency, he retained his seat in the 2019 general elections. Pal's nomination by the BJP for the 2024 general elections reaffirms his political influence in the region.

Prior to his parliamentary tenure, Pal served as the MLA of Basti constituency for three consecutive terms from 1992 to 2007. Notably, he briefly held the position of Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh for three days in 1998 when the Governor of Uttar Pradesh dismissed Kalyan Singh's government. It was later restored after court order.

Beyond politics, Pal is actively involved in cultural and educational endeavours, holding positions such as Office Bearer of All India Bhojpur Mahotsav and Chairperson of various educational institutions under the Surya Group.

His interests extend beyond politics and education to include reading, music, social work, gaming, and travel. Additionally, Pal has a passion for sports, particularly hockey and football, having represented All India University in both and played at the university level.

On a personal note, he married Sneh Lata Pal and is the proud parent of three children. With a reported net worth of Rs 19,35,36,623, Jagadambika Pal continues to be a prominent figure in Indian politics and society.

Jagdambika Pal Personal Life

Full Name	Jagdambika Pal
Date of Birth	13 Jul 1975 (Age 50)
Place of Birth	Vill. Rameshwerpuri, Distt. Basti (Uttar Pradesh)
Party Name	Bharatiya Janta Party
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Advocate Educationist
Father's Name	Late Surya Bux Pal
Mother's Name	Late Mool Raji Devi
Spouse's Name	Sneh Lata Pal
Spouse's Profession	Owns Petrol Pump
Children	1 Son(s) 2 Daughter(s)
Religion	Hindu

Jagdambika Pal Net Worth

Net Worth

₹18.6 CRORE

ASSETS

₹19.35 CRORE

Liabilities

₹74.87 LAKHS

Education Qualification of Jagdambika Pal

Jagadambika Pal holds a degree in M.A. (Political Science, Ancient & Modern History) and an LL.B. from Awadh University, Gorakhpur University, and Lucknow University respectively.

Interesting Facts about Jagdambika Pal

Jagdambika Pal and former Karnataka Chief Minister, B. S. Yeddyurappa, hold the record for serving the shortest stints as Chief Ministers in their respective states.

Political Timeline of Jagdambika Pal

2024: Re-contested from the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha constituency; won and returned to Parliament for a fourth term.
2022: Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Energy from September 13, 2022, onwards. Presently, he is a Member of the Joint Committee on the Multi-State Co-operative Societies (Amendment) Bill since December 21, 2022.
2019: He was re-elected to the 17th Lok Sabha (3rd term) in May 2019. Became a member of the Business Advisory Committee. Also, a Member of the Committee on Public Accounts from July 24, 2019. Served as Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs. Additionally, held roles as a Member of the General Purposes Committee in Lok Sabha.
2018: Became a member of the Standing Committee on Home Affairs. Finally, his service extended to the Consultative Committee, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and Shipping, as well as the role of a Member of the Standing Committee on External Affairs.
2016: Notably, he was a Member of the Joint Committee on the Enforcement of Security Interest and Recovery of Debts Laws and Miscellaneous Provision (Amendment) Bill, 2016.
2015: He held positions in various committees such as the Standing Committee on Energy and the Joint Committee on Security in Parliament House Complex.
2014: He was re-elected in the Domariyaganj constituency as a BJP candidate by defeating Muhammad Muqeem of BSP. He served as a member of the Committee on Privileges. He also served on the Business Advisory Committee.
2009: He was elected to 15th Lok Sabha from Domariyaganj constituency as an INC candidate. He defeated Jai Pratap Singh of BJP by a margin of 76,566 votes.
2007: He lost the assembly election in Basti to his rival Jitendra Kumar who won by a margin of 9780 votes.
2002: He was the cabinet minister in the Uttar Pradesh government.
2002: He was re-elected to serve a third term in Basti constituency by defeating Jitendra Kumar of BJP with a 31% vote share.
1996: He was re-elected in the assembly elections by defeating Dayaram Chaudry of BSP by a margin of 3165 votes.
1993: He contested and won the assembly elections from the Basti constituency in Uttar Pradesh as an INC candidate. He defeated Vijai Sen Singh of BJP by a margin of 5345 votes.
1988: He was the Minister of State, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh.
1982: Jagadambika Pal was the Member, Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council for two terms.

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