Ujjal Biswas

Ujjal Biswas is an Indian politician and senior leader of the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) serving as a Cabinet Minister in the Government of West Bengal. He represents the Krishnanagar Dakshin Assembly constituency in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly, first elected in 2011 and re-elected since. His ministerial portfolios have included Science, Technology & Bio-Technology, and previously Correctional Administration.

As of 2026, he continues as an MLA and minister, driving policy implementation and constituency development.

By Rashmi | Monday, February 9, 2026, 04:21:21 PM [IST]

Ujjal Biswas Biography

Ujjal Biswas was born on 17 June 1954 in Krishnanagar, Nadia district, West Bengal. He hails from a family historically associated with freedom struggle figures, including leaders who participated in the Indian independence movement.

Biswas completed his graduate education (B.Com) and is also involved in agriculture and business in addition to his political career. Before entering full-time politics, he engaged with community and regional public life in Nadia.

He entered electoral politics with the All India Trinamool Congress and was first elected as MLA from Krishnanagar Dakshin in the 2011 West Bengal Assembly election. He retained his seat in subsequent elections, reflecting sustained local support.

In the Government of West Bengal, Biswas has held significant responsibilities, including Minister for Correctional Administration until 2022 and later Minister of Science, Technology & Bio-Technology from August 2022 onwards, where he oversees initiatives in innovation and tech sectors.

As of 2026, Ujjal Biswas continues to serve as an elected MLA from Krishnanagar Dakshin and holds Cabinet responsibility for Science, Technology & Bio-Technology in the Government of West Bengal, overseeing policy initiatives related to research, innovation, and technological development while remaining actively engaged in legislative work and constituency-level administration in Nadia district.

Ujjal Biswas Personal Life

Full Name	Ujjal Biswas
Date of Birth	17 Jun 1954 (Age 71)
Place of Birth	West Bengal
Party Name	All India Trinamool Congress
Education	B.Com
Father's Name	Late Khagendra Biswas
Mother's Name	NA
Spouse's Name	NA
Spouse's Profession	NA
Religion	Hindu
Website	NA

Ujjal Biswas Net Worth

Net Worth

₹5.33 CRORE

ASSETS

₹7.3 CRORE

Liabilities

₹1.98 CRORE

Interesting Facts about Ujjal Biswas

- Biswas comes from a family associated with historical freedom movement figures, such as leaders involved in the Indigo revolt and other anti-colonial activities.
- He has managed diverse ministerial portfolios, reflecting a range of administrative experience in the West Bengal government across sectors from correctional services to science and tech.
- His long tenure as an MLA from Krishnanagar Dakshin anchors his political influence within Nadia district’s local politics.

Political Timeline of Ujjal Biswas

2026: Serving as MLA and Cabinet Minister in West Bengal.
2022: - Served as Minister for Correctional Administration, Government of West Bengal.
- Appointed Minister of Science, Technology & Bio-Technology, Government of West Bengal.
2011-2021: Continued legislative service as MLA; engaged in party and constituency work.
2011: Elected MLA from Krishnanagar Dakshin, West Bengal Legislative Assembly (AITC).

Ujjal Biswas Achievements

- Elected MLA from Krishnanagar Dakshin in successive terms since 2011, demonstrating sustained electoral support.
- Appointed as Cabinet Minister in the Government of West Bengal with portfolios including Science, Technology & Bio-Technology, and previously Correctional Administration, contributing to both governance and policy in state administration.

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