Rajeev Kumar Rai

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Rajeev Kumar Rai is an Indian politician, educationist, businessman, and philanthropist. He is currently serving as a Member of Parliament (MP) in the Lok Sabha, representing the Ghosi Lok Sabha constituency, elected in the 2024 Indian general elections.[1][2][3]

Preceded byAtul Rai
ConstituencyGhosi
Born (1972-09-06) 6 September 1972 (age 53)
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Rajeev Kumar Rai
Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
Assumed office
4 June 2024
Preceded byAtul Rai
ConstituencyGhosi
Personal details
Born (1972-09-06) 6 September 1972 (age 53)
PartySamajwadi Party
SpouseNikita Rai
Children2
OccupationPolitician
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Early life

Rajeev Rai was born in Surhi village, Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh. His father is Raj Narayan Rai and wife is Nikita Rai. He has two sons, Ritvik Rai and Aditya Rai.[4]

Political career

Rajeev Rai's political career is closely linked with the Samajwadi Party. He played a crucial role in the party's success during the 2012 Uttar Pradesh elections, where the party secured an absolute majority. Known for his strategic acumen and communication skills, Rai has been a key figure in the party, often serving as its media face.[5][6][3]

In the 2024 general elections, Rai was elected as the MP for the Ghosi constituency, securing a significant victory with a margin of 1,62,943 votes. His campaign emphasised development, social justice, and empowerment of marginalised communities.[7]

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