Uday Bhanu Chib (Indian Politician) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Politician
Nationality	Indian
Birthplace	Paloura, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Latest News about Uday Bhanu Chib

25/02/2026

Uday Bhanu Chib, National President of the Indian Youth Congress, was arrested by Delhi Police on 25 February 2026 in connection with a shirtless protest at the India AI Impact Summit held at Bharat Mandapam. Police designated him as the 'main conspirator' and 'mastermind' behind the demonstration, which protested against unemployment and a US trade deal involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Seven other Indian Youth Congress workers were also arrested, with authorities charging all of them with criminal conspiracy, rioting, and related offenses.

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Bio/Wiki

Known For	Being arrested over a shirtless protest during the AI Impact Summit in February 2026 National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) since September 2024 Being arrested over a shirtless protest during the India AI Impact Summit in February 2026 Arrest during a shirtless protest at the India AI Impact Summit in February 2026 against unemployment and trade policies

Physical Stats & More

Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees	Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E.) from Pune University M.B.A. from Arni University, Himachal Pradesh Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Civil Engineering M.B.A.

Personal Life

Marital Status	Married
Religion	Hinduism
Tattoo	On his left arm

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married

Family

Father	Hari Singh Chib (Vice President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee)
Mother	Rajni Bala (a former Congress Corporator)
Children	1

Career

Path	Started participating in student activism during college in Jammu Served as the President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress (JKPYC), guiding youth to tackle local issues Appointed National Secretary of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) in December 2022, effectively focusing on social justice Engaged in discussions about the role of youth during a political rally prior to the July 2024 Assembly elections Elected as the National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on 22 September 2024, being the first from Jammu and Kashmir to hold this position in over 40 years Leads national campaigns like ‘Naukri Do Nasha Nahi’ promoting employment and countering drug abuse A member of the Congress manifesto committee for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections Gained media attention following his arrest during a protest at the India AI Impact Summit on 24 February 2026, addressing unemployment issues Served as National Secretary of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI), in-charge of Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi Former state president of NSUI Jammu and Kashmir Appointed General Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) Appointed National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on 22 September 2024 by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, succeeding Srinivas BV and becoming the second leader from Jammu and Kashmir to head the IYC after Ghulam Nabi Azad Arrested on 25 February 2026 in connection with a protest at the India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, with Delhi Police calling him the 'main conspirator' and 'mastermind' behind the demonstration Former national secretary of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI), in-charge of Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi Former President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress (JKPYC) Leads national campaigns including 'Naukri Do Nasha Nahi' promoting employment and countering drug abuse

Path

Started participating in student activism during college in Jammu
Served as the President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress (JKPYC), guiding youth to tackle local issues
Appointed National Secretary of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) in December 2022, effectively focusing on social justice
Engaged in discussions about the role of youth during a political rally prior to the July 2024 Assembly elections
Elected as the National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on 22 September 2024, being the first from Jammu and Kashmir to hold this position in over 40 years
Leads national campaigns like ‘Naukri Do Nasha Nahi’ promoting employment and countering drug abuse
A member of the Congress manifesto committee for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections
Gained media attention following his arrest during a protest at the India AI Impact Summit on 24 February 2026, addressing unemployment issues
Served as National Secretary of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI), in-charge of Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi
Former state president of NSUI Jammu and Kashmir
Appointed General Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC)
Appointed National President of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on 22 September 2024 by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, succeeding Srinivas BV and becoming the second leader from Jammu and Kashmir to head the IYC after Ghulam Nabi Azad
Arrested on 25 February 2026 in connection with a protest at the India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, with Delhi Police calling him the 'main conspirator' and 'mastermind' behind the demonstration
Former national secretary of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI), in-charge of Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi
Former President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress (JKPYC)
Leads national campaigns including 'Naukri Do Nasha Nahi' promoting employment and countering drug abuse

Social Media

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Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/udaybhanuchib.in/
Twitter	https://x.com/UdayBhanuIYC

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Uday Bhanu Chib’s rise in political ranks began in student activism, shaping him into a notable youth leader.
2. His presidency in JKPYC showcased his ability to motivate young people toward public service.
3. Recognition for his leadership in NSUI highlighted his commitment to addressing important issues for young Indians.
4. Chib's statements at political rallies emphasize the pivotal role youth play in shaping governance and future policies.
5. His impressive appointment as IYC President marks a significant milestone for representation from Jammu and Kashmir after several decades.
6. His appointment as IYC President marks a significant milestone for representation from Jammu and Kashmir after over 40 years, following Ghulam Nabi Azad who held the position in 1980-82.
7. Chib is the second leader from Jammu and Kashmir to head the Indian Youth Congress, following Ghulam Nabi Azad who held the position from 1980-82
8. His rise in political ranks began in student activism during his college years in Jammu

Uday Bhanu Chib Politician Indian Paloura, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India