Swapan Debnath

Swapan Debnath is an Indian politician and senior leader of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), serving as a Member of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly from the Kalna (SC) constituency in Purba Bardhaman district.

A multiple-term legislator, he has been associated with rural development and cooperative initiatives in the state. He has also served as Minister-in-Charge of Animal Resources Development.

As of 2026, he continues as an MLA, actively engaged in legislative proceedings and constituency development activities.

By Rashmi | Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 03:56:12 PM [IST]

Swapan Debnath Biography

Swapan Debnath was born on 1 March 1959 in West Bengal. He became involved in grassroots politics at a young age and built his political base in the Kalna region of Purba Bardhaman district. Over the years, he emerged as a prominent Trinamool Congress leader in the area, focusing on rural mobilisation and cooperative development.

He was first elected as an MLA from the Kalna (SC) constituency in the 2011 West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections as a candidate of the All India Trinamool Congress, during the party’s historic rise to power in the state. His victory marked the beginning of his legislative career in the state assembly.

Debnath was re-elected from Kalna in 2016 and again in 2021, securing consecutive mandates from the constituency. His repeated electoral victories reflect sustained support in the Scheduled Caste reserved seat. He has remained an influential political figure in the Purba Bardhaman district unit of the AITC.

In the Government of West Bengal, Swapan Debnath served as Minister-in-Charge of Animal Resources Development, overseeing policies related to livestock, dairy, and allied rural sectors.

As of 2026, he continues to serve as MLA from Kalna, participating in legislative discussions and constituency-level governance initiatives.

Swapan Debnath Personal Life

Full Name	Swapan Debnath
Place of Birth	Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Party Name	All India Trinamool Congress
Education	M. Com
Father's Name	Late Rasaraj Debnath
Mother's Name	NA
Spouse's Name	NA
Religion	Hindu
Website	NA

Swapan Debnath Net Worth

Net Worth

₹96.83 LAKHS

ASSETS

₹96.83 LAKHS

Liabilities

N/A

Interesting Facts about Swapan Debnath

- Represents a Scheduled Caste reserved constituency (Kalna SC) in Purba Bardhaman district.
- Has maintained a continuous legislative presence since 2011.
- Known for organisational influence within the district unit of the Trinamool Congress.

Political Timeline of Swapan Debnath

2026: Continues serving as MLA from Kalna.
2021: Re-elected MLA from Kalna (SC).
2016-2021: Served as Minister-in-Charge, Animal Resources Development, Government of West Bengal.
2016: Re-elected MLA from Kalna (SC).
2011: Elected MLA from Kalna (SC), West Bengal Legislative Assembly (AITC).

Swapan Debnath Achievements

- Elected MLA from Kalna (SC) in three consecutive Assembly elections (2011, 2016, 2021).
- Served as Minister-in-Charge of Animal Resources Development in the Government of West Bengal.
- Played a role in policy implementation related to livestock and rural sector development.

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