Smt. Poonamben Hematbhai Maadam is a prominent politician from Gujarat, affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). She was born on September 23, 1974, in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Poonamben is not only a businessperson and agriculturist but also has a significant political career.
Education and Early Life
Poonamben completed her Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Gujarat University. Coming from a politically active family, her father, Hematbhai Maadam, was a six-time elected member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly, representing Khambhalia. Her family has a rich political legacy, which likely influenced her entry into politics
Personal Life
Poonamben married Perminder Kumar on October 4, 1992. They have a daughter named Shivani, who tragically passed away in December 2018 due to burn injuries(
The family resides in New Delhi but maintains strong ties to their hometown, Jamnagar
Political Career
Poonamben began her political journey by winning a seat in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly from Khambhalia in 2012. She then contested the 2014 Lok Sabha elections from the Jamnagar constituency, securing victory and becoming a member of the 16th Lok Sabha. She was re-elected in 2019, representing the same constituency in the 17th Lok Sabha
Throughout her tenure, she has served on various parliamentary committees, including those focusing on industry and women’s empowerment
Financial Overview
As of the latest reports, Poonamben’s assets are valued at approximately ₹42.73 crores (around $5.1 million), with liabilities of about ₹9.86 crores. She has maintained a clean legal record with no criminal cases against her
Public Image and Controversies
Poonamben has been noted for her vibrant public persona, which has sometimes drawn media attention. One notable incident involved her dancing at a religious event, which received both praise and scrutiny from the public