Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 19/11/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Bijalpur, Madhya Pradesh |
Latest News about Jitu Patwari
20/07/2026
Jitu Patwari surrendered before an MP-MLA court in Gwalior in connection with a defamation case linked to remarks made during the 2024 Lok Sabha election period. The court granted him bail on a personal bond of Rs 25,000, and the case remained under judicial process with a further hearing scheduled.
16/07/2026
Patwari led a two-day Congress 'Gen-Z Cyclothon' in Madhya Pradesh focused on alleged NEET paper leaks, exam irregularities, and recruitment scams. The campaign ended in Bhopal with a public meeting where he and party workers continued the party's attack on the BJP over youth unemployment and exam integrity.
11/06/2026
As Madhya Pradesh Congress president, Jitu Patwari accused officials of pressure and irregularities in the rejection of Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination. He also sought a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu to raise the issue and other matters of national importance.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Jitendra Patwari |
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| Nickname(s) | Jitu |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Government Multi Malhar Ashram Higher Secondary School, Indore |
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| College/University | Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya Indore |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Address | 1250, Main Road, Bijalpur, Indore |
Relationships & More
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Career
| Political Party | Indian National Congress (2013-present) |
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| Current Position | President of Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee (since 16 December 2023) |
Favourites
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/jitu-patwari-1b526287 | |
| Website | http://www.jitupatwari.in |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jitendra Patwari is an Indian politician and activist belonging to the Indian National Congress. | |
| 2. He serves as the president of the Madhya Pradesh Congress. | |
| 3. From 2013 to 2023, he was a Member of the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly representing the Rau constituency. | |
| 4. Jitu Patwari comes from an OBC farming family in Indore's Rau neighborhood. | |
| 5. His father, Ramesh Chandra Kodarlal Patwari, is an active member of the Indian National Congress. | |
| 6. His grandfather, Kodarlal Patwari, was a freedom fighter during the Indian independence movement. | |
| 7. In 2013, Jitu Patwari began his political career as the MLA from Rau and continued to retain the seat through the 2018 elections. | |
| 8. He held various positions under Kamal Nath's government including Minister of Higher Education and Youth & Sports Affairs. | |
| 9. An active participant in the 2017 Mandsaur protests, Jitu Patwari fought for justice for the five farmers allegedly killed by the police. | |
| 10. In December 2018, he reopened the case after being reappointed as the MLA from Rau constituency. | |
| 11. He resigned as the Minister of Higher Education and Youth and Sports Affairs in March 2020 due to political turmoil. | |
| 12. Jitu Patwari's hobbies include playing Volleyball and Tennis, and he is a fitness enthusiast often seen cycling. | |
| 13. He supported the Bharat Jodo Yatra in December 2019 and was frequently seen with Rahul Gandhi during rallies. | |
| 14. He is a national media panelist of the Indian National Congress. |