Sarbananda Sonowal

Sarbananda Sonowal is an Indian politician from Assam and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

A prominent figure in northeastern politics, he has served as the Chief Minister of Assam and currently holds key responsibilities in the Union government.

Known for his leadership and focus on development, he has played a significant role in shaping Assam’s political landscape.

As of 2026, he serves as Union Minister and remains an influential leader in national and regional politics.

By Rashmi | Thursday, April 16, 2026, 12:48:32 PM [IST]

Sarbananda Sonowal Biography

Sarbananda Sonowal was born on October 31, 1962, in Assam. He began his public life through student politics as a leader of the All Assam Students' Union (AASU), where he gained prominence during the Assam Agitation. His early involvement in student movements shaped his political ideology and leadership approach.

He entered mainstream politics through the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) and was elected to the Lok Sabha from Dibrugarh in 2004. During this period, he gained national recognition for his legal challenge against the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) Act, which was later struck down by the Supreme Court.

He later joined the Bharatiya Janata Party and became a key leader in Assam. He served as Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports before being appointed the BJP’s chief ministerial candidate for Assam. In 2016, he led the party to victory and became the Chief Minister of Assam, marking a major political shift in the state.

He served as Chief Minister from 2016 to 2021, focusing on governance, infrastructure development, and social welfare. After the 2021 Assembly elections, he transitioned to national politics and was appointed as Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, as well as AYUSH in the Government of India.

As of 2026, he continues to serve as a Union Minister and remains a key political figure in Assam and the broader northeastern region.

Sarbananda Sonowal Personal Life

Full Name	Sarbananda Sonowal
Date of Birth	31 Oct 1961 (Age 64)
Place of Birth	Molokgaon, District Dibrugarh (Assam)
Party Name	Bharatiya Janta Party
Education	Graduate
Profession	Presently holding the post of Union Cabinet Minister, Govt of India
Father's Name	Late Jibeswar Sonowal
Mother's Name	Late Dineswari Sonowal
Spouse's Name	.
Website	https://cm.assam.gov.in/

Sarbananda Sonowal Net Worth

Net Worth

₹4.5 CRORE

ASSETS

₹4.76 CRORE

Liabilities

₹25.78 LAKHS

Education Qualification of Sarbananda Sonowal

Sarbananda Sonowal did his B.C.J. from Dibrugarh University and went on to do his LLB from Gauhati University.

Interesting Facts about Sarbananda Sonowal

During his college days he won Mr Dibrugarh Strongman title. Passionate about high speed cars and bikes. He is the first BJP leader but the second Tribal to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Assam. He is fond of fishing.
Sarbananda's favourite colour is white. He is so obsessed with the colour that he painted all the walls in his house white.

Political Timeline of Sarbananda Sonowal

2026: Serving as Union Minister and remains a key BJP leader from Assam.
2024: He was elected to the 18th Lok Sabha from the Dibrugarh seat under the banner of the BJP. Subsequently, he was made a Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
2021: He won the Assam Legislative Election from the Majuli constituency and also helped the BJP to attain a majority mark under his leadership. Sarbanand Sonowal was called into Delhi and appointed as the Cabinet Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterway and additionally given the charge of Ayush Ministry as well.
2016: He resigned from Loksabha. He was elected from the Majuli Constituency in the Assam Legislative Assembly. On May 24, 2016, Sarbanand Sonowal was sworn in as the chief minister of Assam as the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance won a solid majority in the state.
2014: He headed the Assam Bharatiya Janata Party campaign during the 16th Lok Sabha Elections. Also, he was elected as a Member of Parliament, 16th Lok Sabha from Lakhimpur Constituency. He was appointed as Union Minister of State-Independent Charge, Republic of India for the Ministry of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship, Youth Affairs and Sports. Additionally, he was appointed Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
2012: Appointed as State President of Assam Bharatiya Janata Party.
2011: He joined the Bharatiya Janata Party and was appointed as a National Executive Member of BJP. Later he became State Spokesperson and General Secretary for Assam BJP.
2007: Member, Committee on Commerce.
2006: Appointed Member, Consultative Committee, Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
2005: Appointed as Member, of Consultative Committee, Ministry of Home Affairs.
2004: He was elected as Member of Parliament, 14th Lok Sabha from Dibrugarh Constituency, 2004-2009. Appointed as a Member of the Committee on Commerce and the Member of the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Home Affairs.
2001: Member, Assam Legislative Assembly from Moran Constituency, 2001-2004. Became a member of Asom Gana Parishad (AGP).

Sarbananda Sonowal Early Life

1996: Chairperson of the North East Students Organization, 1996-2000.
1992: Sarbananda Sonowal became the President of the All Assam Students Union. He served in this post till 1999.

Sarbananda Sonowal Achievements

He got the contentious Illegal Migration (Determination by Tribunal) Act, 1983 struck down by the Supreme Court of India in 2005. India's longest Dhola-Sadia bridge across rivers Brahmaputra and Lohit triggered new economic revolution in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and entire Northeast.

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