Shri Jagdambika Pal is a prominent Indian politician affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He has had a long political career and has represented the Domariyaganj constituency in Uttar Pradesh. Here are some key details about his life and career:
Early Life and Education
- Date of Birth: October 21, 1950
- Birthplace: Rameshwerpuri, Basti District, Uttar Pradesh
- Education: He holds multiple degrees, including a BA, MA, and LLB, from institutions such as Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Lucknow University, and Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University.
Political Career
- Political Beginnings: Pal initially began his political journey with the Indian National Congress. He later joined the All India Indira Congress (Tiwari) and subsequently formed the Akhil Bharatiya Loktantrik Congress
- Chief Minister: He briefly served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh in 1998, holding the record for the shortest tenure at just 2 days.
- BJP Affiliation: Pal joined the BJP on March 19, 2014, ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. He won his first election as a BJP candidate from the Domariyaganj constituency in the same year and was re-elected in 2019.
- Committees: He has served on various parliamentary committees, including as the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs.
Personal Life
- Family: He is married to Sneh Lata Pal, and they have three children: two daughters and a son, Abhishek Pal, who is also involved in politics.
- Hobbies: His interests include reading, music, and traveling.
- Net Worth: As of 2019, his net worth was approximately ₹10.33 crores
Legal Issues
Pal has faced some legal challenges, with multiple cases registered against him under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and other laws.