Quick Info
| Profession | Lawyer, Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 11/05/1956 |
| Age | 70 years |
| Birthplace | Ukhra, Andal CD, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal, India |
Latest News about Moloy Ghatak
12/03/2026
Moloy Ghatak was removed from the West Bengal Law Ministry in March 2026 after serving in the portfolio for many years. Reports said Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took direct charge of the law and judicial departments, while Ghatak continued with other responsibilities, including labour-related work.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous for | Being Law minister of West Bengal Government for more than 10 years |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Ramkrishna Mission High School |
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| College/University | Ananda Chandra College, Jalpaiguri; University of Calcutta |
| Educational Qualification | Political Science Honours, LLB (1982) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Ethnicity | Bengali |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 29/05/1987 |
Family
| Wife/Spouse | Sudeshna Ghatak | ||||
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| Children | Avik Ghatak | ||||
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Career
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| Political Journey |
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| Professional Background | Advocate practicing criminal law at Asansol Court; third generation advocate |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Moloy Ghatak was born in Ukhra, a small town in Paschim Bardhaman district of West Bengal. | |
| 2. His father, Phani Bhushan Ghatak, was a lawyer. | |
| 3. He completed an undergraduate degree in political science from Ananda Chandra College in Jalpaiguri. | |
| 4. He met Mamata Banerjee during his political journey, becoming one of her trusted associates. | |
| 5. He played a key role in establishing Trinamool’s presence in Asansol and Kulti areas. | |
| 6. He managed Shatrughan Sinha's campaign effectively, leading to a significant electoral victory. | |
| 7. He is a third generation advocate and practiced criminal law at Asansol Court. | |
| 8. He played an instrumental role in the creation of Paschim Bardhaman District, the 23rd district of West Bengal with headquarters at Asansol. |