Dr. Rajkumar Sangwan is a prominent Indian politician associated with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) and is currently contesting for the Baghpat Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh for the upcoming 2024 elections. He was born on March 5, 1960, in the Baghpat district, belonging to a Jat family, which plays a significant role in his political identity, especially in the context of caste dynamics in Indian politics.
Educational Background and Career: Sangwan holds a doctoral degree and has worked as a teacher before venturing into politics. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in understanding and addressing the needs of his constituency.
Political Journey: He has been a loyal member of the RLD for many years, holding several key positions, including national secretary and president of the Western Uttar Pradesh Youth RLD. Sangwan’s political involvement includes roles as the state in-charge of elections for Jharkhand and Bihar, showcasing his leadership within the party He is seen as a dedicated party worker and has been rewarded for his loyalty with the Baghpat candidacy, a seat of historical significance as it was once represented by former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh.
Recent Developments: In the 2024 elections, Sangwan aims to regain the Baghpat constituency for the RLD, which has been a stronghold of the party in the past. His candidacy is part of the broader strategy of the RLD to strengthen its influence in Uttar Pradesh politics, especially in alliance with other parties like the BJP