Avimanyu Sethi is a prominent Indian politician affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Born on June 29, 1970, in Bhandaripokhari, Odisha, he has carved a significant path in regional politics, particularly in the Bhadrak constituency. His father, Arjun Charan Sethi, was a well-known politician, having served multiple terms as a Member of Parliament.
Avimanyu was elected to the Lok Sabha from the Bhadrak (SC) constituency during the 2024 elections, where he secured victory against his rival from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Manjulata Mandal, by a margin of over 91,000 votes.
This marked his first significant electoral success, and he has been involved in political activities at various levels prior to this win.
In terms of his financial background, Sethi’s affidavit from the election reveals a substantial net worth, with declared assets exceeding ₹3.72 crores, which includes various movable and immovable assets. His family life includes his spouse, Shrabani Priyadarshini, and he is noted for his engagement in both political and community activities.
Before his election in 2024, Avimanyu contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections but was unsuccessful, losing to the BJD candidate(
There were speculations regarding his nomination for future elections, particularly in the context of potential rival candidates from his own party, indicating a dynamic political landscape within the BJP in Odisha.