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Sanjay Kumar Jha

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Sanjay Kumar Jha (also known as Sanjay Jha; born 1 December 1967) is an Indian politician, Rajya Sabha MP, National Working President of Janata Dal United,[1] Leader of JDU parliamentary party in Rajya Sabha and Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture. [2] He served as Minister of Water Resources and Information and Public Relations departments in Government of Bihar[3] He was also Member of Bihar Legislative Council.[4][5][6] In February 2024 he elected unopposed as Member of Parliament (India), Rajya Sabha to Janata Dal (United) in place of Bashistha Narain Singh from Bihar.[7]

Sanjay Kumar Jha
Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
Incumbent
Assumed office
4 April 2024
Preceded byBashistha Narain Singh
ConstituencyBihar
Member of Bihar Legislative Council
In office
11 May 2006 – 1 March 2024
Cabinet Minister
Government of Bihar
In office
9 February 2021 – 28 January 2024
Chief MinisterNitish Kumar
Ministry or Departments
  • Water Resources
  • Information & Public Relations
Preceded byVijay Kumar Chaudhary
Succeeded byVijay Kumar Chaudhary
Personal details
Born (1967-12-01) 1 December 1967 (age 56)
Araria Sangram, Jhanjharpur, Madhubani
NationalityIndian
Political partyJanata Dal (United)
SpouseEnakshi Jha
Children3
ResidencePatna
Alma materJawaharlal Nehru University (M.A)
ProfessionPolitician

Personal life

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Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha was born on 1 December 1967 in Araria Sangram village, under Jhanjharpur block in Madhubani district. He is Post Graduate from prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru University. He married to Enakshi Jha, couple has three children.

Political life

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Sanjay Kumar Jha entered active politics in 2004-05. He became a Member of the Bihar Legislative Council in 2006.[8]

Sanjay Kumar Jha is a prominent politician and National General Secretary of Janata Dal (United) serving three terms as a Minister in the Government of Bihar,[9] He is also known as a close and most trusted leader of Bihar Chief Minister Shri Nitish Kumar.[10] [11] He has overseen critical portfolios including the Water Resources Department (WRD)[12] and Information and Public Relations Department (IPRD)[13] in the Bihar Government.[14] Sanjay Kumar Jha has held the responsibility of Bihar Government's Water Resources Minister thrice - from 2 June 2019, to 16 November 2020; from 9 February 2021, to 9 August 2022; and from 16 August 2022, to 28 January 2024. Jha has made significant contributions to the state's development.

Ideology

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Hailing from the Mithila region of Bihar, he has been deeply involved in the region's development, initiating projects for infrastructure development and welfare programs.

Sanjay Kumar Jha's tenure as the Water Resources Minister[15] has been marked by ambitious projects aimed at addressing Bihar's flood issues and enhancing irrigation potential.[16] His leadership has led to the implementation of various schemes to mitigate floods and improve agricultural productivity in the state.[17]

As the Water Resources Minister, Jha has prioritized environmental conservation and water management, leveraging modern technologies for sustainable development. Key achievements include the implementation of the Ganga Jal Aapurti Yojana and the installation of the largest Rubber Dam of its kind on the Falgu River in Gaya, benefiting pilgrims and locals alike.[18]

Achievements

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The inauguration of Mithila Haat,[19] a cultural hub showcasing the region's heritage, signifies Jha's dedication to preserving and promoting local culture.[20] Additionally, his outreach efforts, such as the Kamla Jansampark Yatra, have garnered praise for connecting with communities and assessing development initiatives firsthand.[citation needed]

Jha's vision extends beyond infrastructure development, as evidenced by his efforts to transform the Kalpwas Mela site at Samaria Dham into a prominent religious and tourist destination.[21] With a focus on enhancing Bihar's spiritual and cultural landscape, Jha aims to elevate the site's significance akin to Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar.[22]

Passionate about human welfare, Jha has utilized his legislative presence and funds to establish essential facilities such as hospitals, schools, and community centers. Notably, he has donated ancestral land for the construction of a trauma center in Jhanjharpur,[23] highlighting his commitment to public service.[citation needed]

Sanjay Kumar Jha's multifaceted approach to governance reflects his commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development in Mithila.[24]

References

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  1. ^ "Who is Sanjay Jha - JDUs newly elected working party president".
  2. ^ "संजय झा बने परिवहन, पर्यटन और संस्कृति समिति का अध्यक्ष".
  3. ^ Singh, Dharmendra Kumar. "नीतीश के सबसे करीबी मधुबनी के संजय झा बिहार कैबिनेट में तीसरी बार बने मंत्री". Dainik Jagran (in Hindi). Retrieved 9 February 2023.
  4. ^ Singh, Abhay (29 May 2019). "Sanjay Jha, Radha Mohan Sharma to be MLCs". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 9 February 2023.
  5. ^ Srivastava, Amitabh. "Sanjay Kumar Jha: A rising star in Nitish's cabinet". India Today. Retrieved 9 February 2023.
  6. ^ "Sanjay Kumar Jha". biharvidhanparishad.gov.in. Retrieved 28 January 2024.
  7. ^ Tewary, Amarnath (20 February 2024). "All six candidates from Bihar elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 29 February 2024.
  8. ^ "Sanjay Kumar Jha". biharvidhanparishad.gov.in. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  9. ^ "Sanjay Kumar Jha: A rising star in Nitish's cabinet". India Today. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  10. ^ "Why Nitish Kumar chose Sanjay Jha for Rajya Sabha". India Today. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  11. ^ "Sanjay Kumar Jha". biharvidhanparishad.gov.in. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  12. ^ "Water Resources Department, Government of Bihar, India". wrd.bihar.gov.in.
  13. ^ "Government of Bihar". state.bihar.gov.in.
  14. ^ "नीतीश के सबसे करीबी मधुबनी के संजय झा बिहार कैबिनेट में तीसरी बार बने मंत्री - Sanjay Jha of Madhubani closest to Nitish kumar has become minister in the Bihar cabinet for the third time". Jagran (in Hindi). Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  15. ^ "Sanjay Jha Latest News, Updates in Hindi | संजय झा के समाचार और अपडेट - AajTak". आज तक.
  16. ^ "Min seeks interlinking of rivers in state". The Times of India. 15 December 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  17. ^ "Water resources department to focus on flood control: Bihar minister Sanjay Kumar Jha". The Times of India. 16 September 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  18. ^ "Bihar bags 3rd position in the National Water Awards 2022". Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  19. ^ "Mithila Urban Haat became a center of tourism in Bihar". 7 August 2023. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  20. ^ "Mithila Urban Haat: जल संसाधन मंत्री ने मिथिला अर्बन हाट का किया निरीक्षण, कही ये बड़ी बात". Zee News (in Hindi). Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  21. ^ "Bihar : हरिद्वार से भी सुंदर होगा सिमरिया धाम, बढ़ेंगे रोजगार के अवसर; सीएम नीतीश बोले- राशि की कमी नहीं होगी". Amar Ujala.
  22. ^ "Simaria Ghat in Begusarai to look better than Har Ki Pauri: Bihar minister Sanjay Kumar Jha". The Times of India. 24 March 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 4 March 2024.
  23. ^ "अररिया संग्राम में बने ट्रॉमा सेंटर का उद्घाटन". Hindustan (in Hindi). 22 September 2020. Retrieved 26 August 2024.
  24. ^ "मिथिला में उद्योग लाना और जनता को रोजगार देना है पहला लक्ष्य : संजय झा". Zee News.
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