Kumar Waii
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Kumar Waii | |
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| Member of the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly | |
Kumar Waii is an Indian politician from the state of Arunachal Pradesh.[1]
Waii was elected from the Bameng seat in the 2014 Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election, standing as an Indian National Congress candidate.[1][2][3] He served as the Minister of Home and Urban Development of Arunachal Pradesh in the previous government (2014–2019).[4]
| Election | Constituency | Party | Result | Votes % | Opposition Candidate | Opposition Party | Opposition vote % | Ref | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bameng | INC | Won | 52.36% | Doba Lamnio | BJP | 47.28% | [5][6] | ||
| 2019 | Bameng | NPP | Lost | 47.58% | Goruk Pordung | BJP | 51.60% | [7] | ||
| 2014 | Bameng | INC | Won | 60.12% | Vijay Sonam | BJP | 38.12% | [8][9] | ||
| 2009 | Bameng | INC | Won | 71.21% | Tagung Neri | AITC | 28.79% | [10] | ||
| 2004 | Bameng | INC | Won | 52.96% | Mekup Dolo | BJP | 47.04% | [11] | ||
See also
References
- 1 2 CEO Arunachal Pradesh. List of contesting candidates Archived 2014-08-02 at the Wayback Machine
- ↑ Assam Tribune. Congress wins 11 seats unopposed in Arunachal Archived 2014-04-29 at the Wayback Machine
- ↑ "Election results". Election Commission of India, New Delhi. Retrieved 13 September 2016.
- ↑ "Kumar Wai Attends National Convention in Tawang » Northeast Today". Northeast Today. 22 November 2018. Retrieved 14 June 2019.
- ↑ India TV News (2 June 2024). "Arunachal Pradesh Assembly Election Results 2024: Complete list of constituency-wise winners". Archived from the original on 3 June 2024. Retrieved 3 June 2024.
- ↑ "Arunachal Pradesh Assembly Election Results 2024". Election Commission of India. 2 June 2024. Archived from the original on 17 May 2025. Retrieved 17 May 2025.
- ↑ "Arunachal Pradesh Assembly results live updates | BJP wins 7 Assembly seats, leads in both LS seats". The Hindu. 22 May 2019. Archived from the original on 19 May 2025. Retrieved 19 May 2025.
- ↑ "Statistical Report on General Election, 2009 to the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh" (PDF). Election Commission of India. Archived from the original (pdf) on 13 August 2021. Retrieved 15 February 2024.
- ↑ "Congress wins 42 seats in Arunachal Assembly polls". Deccan Herald. 17 May 2014. Archived from the original on 24 May 2025. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ↑ "Statistical Report on General Election, 2009 to the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh" (PDF). Election Commission of India. Archived from the original (pdf) on 4 April 2017. Retrieved 15 February 2024.
- ↑ "Statistical Report on General Election, 2004 to the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh" (PDF). Election Commission of India. Archived from the original (pdf) on 24 March 2018. Retrieved 15 February 2024.
Shri Kumar Waii: A Dedicated Public Servant from Arunachal Pradesh Born on April 11, 1971, in the serene village of Waii, Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Kumar Waii hails from the culturally rich East Kameng district. He is the son of Late Sardo Waii and Late Yaja Waii, whose legacy of integrity and community service deeply influenced his life. Shri Waii is a devoted family man. He is married to Smti Koniang Yangda Waii, Smti Davi Miji Waii, and Smti Meena Pyasang Waii. He is a proud father to five sons — Shri Marko Waii, Shri Sardo Waii, Nikam Waii, Niya Waii and Zinam Waii — and four daughters — Miss Ayo Parey Waii, Miss Pulam Waii, Miss Ayo Yaja Waii, and Miss Amli Waii. His educational journey began at Govt. M.E. School, Khenewa, where he completed his primary schooling, followed by high school at Govt. Secondary School, Seppa. Even as a student, leadership came naturally to him. In 1985, he served as General Secretary (School Captain) at Govt. M.E. School, Khenewa, and later as Acting General Secretary at Govt. Higher Secondary School, Seppa. Shri Waii’s political career began early and evolved steadily. In 1991, he took on the role of General Secretary, BCCI, Bameng Block, and by 1996, he was General Secretary, DCCI, East Kameng District. His grassroots connect and organizational skills earned him widespread trust. His electoral journey is a testament to unwavering public support. In 2003, he was elected unopposed as Zilla Parishad Member (ZPM) for Bameng East on a Congress Party ticket. This marked the beginning of a distinguished legislative career. He was elected MLA from the 8-Bameng Assembly Constituency in 2004, 2009, 2014, and again in 2024 — a rare feat reflecting consistent faith reposed in him by the people. Throughout his tenure, Shri Waii held several key portfolios, contributing significantly to Arunachal Pradesh’s development: 2004–2009: Parliamentary Secretary, Tourism 2009–2012: Parliamentary Secretary, Environment & Forests 2012–2013: Parliamentary Secretary, Rural Works Department (RWD), Supply & Transport 2014–2016: Cabinet Minister, RWD, Agriculture, and Panchayati Raj 2016–2019: Cabinet Minister, Home, RWD, Urban Development, and Labour & Employment From promoting tourism and environmental conservation to spearheading rural infrastructure, agricultural growth, urban planning, and public safety, Shri Kumar Waii has left an indelible mark on Arunachal Pradesh’s governance landscape. A leader rooted in his community, driven by service, and committed to progress, Shri Kumar Waii continues to be a pillar of development and representation for the people of Bameng and beyond.