Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1928 |
| Age | 98 years |
| Birthplace | Barisal, Undivided India (Now in Bangladesh) |
Latest News about Makhanlal Sarkar
09/05/2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated 98-year-old BJP veteran Makhanlal Sarkar by touching his feet, offering a shawl, and seeking blessings during the swearing-in ceremony of Suvendu Adhikari as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister at Kolkata's Brigade Parade Ground. The event followed BJP's historic victory of 207 seats in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, marking the party's first government in the state since Independence. Senior BJP leaders including Home Minister Amit Shah and chief ministers from 20 NDA states attended the ceremony.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous for | PM Narendra Modi touching his feet after West Bengal win |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 60 Kg (132 lbs) | ||||||
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| Eye Colour | Black | ||||||
| Hair Colour | Grey |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Wife/Spouse | Putul Sarkar |
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| Daughter-in-law | Meenu Sarkar |
Career
| Political Party | Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sarkar refused to apologize after being arrested for singing a patriotic song in public | |
| 2. He was awarded transport permits as a reward for his civic work | |
| 3. His family emphasized his values, particularly those of honesty and commitment |