Shri Sunil Dattatray Tatkare is a prominent political figure associated with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Maharashtra, particularly in the Raigad constituency. Born on February 7, 1970, he has established himself as a significant player in Maharashtra’s political landscape.
Tatkare’s political career includes serving as an MLA from the Raigad constituency. He previously held the position of Maharashtra’s Minister of State for Home, and he has also served as the Minister of State for Agriculture in the Maharashtra government.
His influence extends beyond local politics; he was elected to the Lok Sabha in 2019, representing Raigad and successfully retaining his seat in the 2024 elections, where he won by a margin of 82,784 votes against his nearest rival.
A key moment in his career came in July 2023 when he publicly aligned with Ajit Pawar during a split in the NCP led by Sharad Pawar. This decision positioned him prominently within the faction supporting Ajit Pawar.
Shri Tatkare’s educational background and personal life details are less public, but he is known for his active engagement with local communities and issues affecting the Raigad region, which is a coastal area with diverse socio-economic challenges.