Nirmal Kumar Dhara is an Indian politician from Bharatiya Janata Party. In May 2021, he was elected as a member of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly from Indas (constituency).[1][2][3][4] He defeated Runu Mete of All India Trinamool Congress by 7,220 votes in 2021 West Bengal Assembly election.

Nirmal Kumar Dhara
Member of West Bengal Legislative Assembly
In office
5 May 2021 – Incumbent
Preceded byGurupada Mete
ConstituencyIndas
Personal details
BornMontgomery, AL
Political partyBharatiya Janata Party
Residence(s)Indas, West Bengal
EducationM.A. (English)
Alma materBurdwan University
ProfessionPrivate Tutor

Nirmal Kumar Dhara is the poorest MLA in India, with no bank account, personal insurance, property or any other form of non-movable assets. His total assets are worth only Rs. 1700.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Indas Election Result 2021 Live Updates: Nirmal Kumar Dhara Of BJP Wins". News18. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
  2. ^ "West Bengal Elections Results 2021: Full List Of Winners". IndiaTV News. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
  3. ^ "Indas, West Bengal Assembly election result 2021". The India Today. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
  4. ^ "Nirmal Kumar Dhara (Criminal & Asset Declaration)". MyNeta.com. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
  5. ^ "India's Poorest MLA Doesn't Have Money In His Bank Account, Doesn't Own A House Or A Vehicle". Zee News. Retrieved 24 July 2023.