Shah Faruk Anwar
Shah Faruk Anwar | |
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Deputy Mayor of Dhule Municipal Corporation | |
In office 2013–2016 | |
Member of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly | |
Assumed office 24 October 2019 | |
Preceded by | Anil Gote |
Constituency | Dhule City |
Member of Maharashtra State Board of Waqf | |
Assumed office December 2021 | |
Personal details | |
Born | 3 June 1973 Dhule |
Political party | ![]() |
Other political affiliations | NCP (2013–2017) |
Residence(s) | Plot no.6, Gajanan Colony, Gaffur Nagar, Tal.Dist., Dhule |
Website | http://www.farukshah.com |
Shah Faruk Anwar is an Indian politician in the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen party. He was elected as a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Dhule City on 24 October 2019. Former Deputy Mayor Dhule Municipal Corporation[1][2][3] He won the 2019 assembly elections by 3307 votes against independent candidate Rajwardhan. He is a member of the Maharashtra State Board of Waqf.
Shah was elected as the MLA of Dhule City in the 14th Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra. Dhule City, with a population comprising over 30% from the minority community, witnessed a historic win as a Muslim candidate emerged victorious after 85 years.[4]
Political career
[edit]In the 2019 Maharashtra state assembly elections in Dhule City, Shah of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) party secured a noteworthy victory with 46,679 votes, accounting for 28.93% of the total vote share. His performance marked a significant increase of 26.53% in votes compared to the previous election. This outcome signaled a shift in local political dynamics and reflected his growing influence and popularity among constituents, contributing to his promising political career.[5]
Shah's party affiliations have been diverse throughout his political journey. He was associated with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) from 2013 to 2017, before joining the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) in 2019, where he continues to be an active member. His political career reflects his adaptability and willingness to align with various parties to best serve his constituents.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Maharashtra election result 2019: Full list of winners constituency wise". The Indian Express. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
- ^ "Maharashtra Results: Full list of winning candidates". India TV. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
- ^ "Owaisi's AIMIM Wins 2 in Maharashtra, Announces Arrival in Bihar". The Quint. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
- ^ "Farooq Shah of AIMIM wins in Dhule City of Maharashtra". ummid.com. 28 September 2023. Archived from the original on 17 November 2019. Retrieved 28 September 2023.
- ^ "Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Election, 2019". Election Commission of India. Retrieved 2 February 2022.
External links
[edit]- Maharashtra All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen politician stubs
- 1974 births
- Living people
- All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen politicians
- All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen politicians from Maharashtra
- People from Dhule
- Maharashtra MLAs 2019–2024
- Nationalist Congress Party politicians from Maharashtra