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 | |
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Member of West Bengal Legislative Assembly | |
In office 5 May 2021 – Incumbent | |
Preceded by | Gurupada Mete |
Constituency | Indas |
Personal details | |
Born | Montgomery, AL |
Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
Residence(s) | Indas, West Bengal |
Education | M.A. (English) |
Alma mater | Burdwan University |
Profession | Private 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
edit- ^ "Indas Election Result 2021 Live Updates: Nirmal Kumar Dhara Of BJP Wins". News18. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "West Bengal Elections Results 2021: Full List Of Winners". IndiaTV News. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "Indas, West Bengal Assembly election result 2021". The India Today. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "Nirmal Kumar Dhara (Criminal & Asset Declaration)". MyNeta.com. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "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.