Pravesh Wahi
Indian politician and Mayor of Delhi since 2026
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Pravesh Wahi (born c. 1963) is an Indian politician who serves as the Mayor of Delhi since April 2026.[1] A leader belonging to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he represents the Rohini East ward in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).[2] Wahi has a long-standing career in local municipal governance, having served three terms as a city councillor.[3]
Pravesh Wahi | |
|---|---|
| Mayor, Delhi Municipal Corporation | |
| Assumed office 29 April 2026 | |
| Preceded by | Raja Iqbal Singh |
| Leader of the House, Municipal Corporation of Delhi | |
| In office 2025 – 29 April 2026 | |
| Member of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi | |
| Assumed office 2022 | |
| Constituency | Rohini East (Ward 53) |
| In office 2007–2017 | |
| Constituency | Rohini / Naharpur |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1963 (age 62–63) Delhi, India |
| Party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| Alma mater | Shivaji College, Delhi University |
| Profession | Politician and Businessman |
Early life and education
Political career
Wahi began his career in the RSS and worked with the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) before joining the BJP Yuva Morcha.[4][1][3] He served as a councillor for three terms starting in 2007, representing North Delhi areas,[7][4] and held leadership roles including Chairman of the Standing Committee for the North Delhi Municipal Corporation.[3]
In April 2026, Wahi was elected Mayor of Delhi with 156 votes out of 165,[2][8] focusing his administration on civic sanitation and landfill management.[9]