Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah is an Indian politician. She is a member of parliament, representing the Tehri Garhwal seat in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament.
Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah, a prominent figure in Uttarakhand's political landscape, emerged onto the national stage through a bye-election, securing a seat in the 15th Lok Sabha. Within the BJP hierarchy of Uttarakhand, she serves as a respected Member of the State Parliamentary Board. Notably, her victory in the bye-polls for the Tehri Garhwal constituency marked a significant moment, as she defeated Saket Bahuguna, the son of former Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna.
Continuing her political journey, Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah has since been re-elected in both the 16th and 17th Lok Sabha elections from the Tehri Garhwal constituency. Given her track record and the party's confidence in her abilities, she has been renominated by the BJP to contest in the upcoming 2024 general elections from the same constituency.
Beyond her political endeavours, Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah has a rich personal background. She is married to Manujendra Shah Sahib Bahadur, Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal, thereby holding the esteemed position of queen within the region. Her lineage connects her to Maharaja Manabendra Shah, a stalwart who served as a member of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th Lok Sabha, leaving a lasting impact within the BJP.
Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah's dedication extends beyond politics; she champions the causes of Hill Region Development and Women's Empowerment. Her affiliations with esteemed clubs such as the Delhi Gymkhana Club and the Cricket Club of India reflect her diverse interests and engagement beyond the political arena.
Outside of her professional engagements, Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah finds rejuvenation in music and travel, seeking solace and inspiration in these pursuits.
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