Abhay Kumar Singh

Politician

Russian Patna, Bihar, India

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ProfessionPolitician
NationalityRussian
BirthplacePatna, Bihar, India

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Profession(s)
  • Entrepreneur
  • Politician
  • Doctor
Famous forBeing Russia's first Indian-origin lawmaker and member of the Kursk regional assembly

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 10" (175 cm)
Weight60 Kg (132 lbs)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolLoyola High School, Patna
College/UniversityKursk State Medical University
DegreeDoctor of Medicine

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Career

Political PartyUnited Russia Party
Political Journey
  • 2015: Joined United Russia Party
  • 2017: Elected as deputat for Kursk for the first time
  • 2022: Elected as deputat for Kursk for the second time
  • 1991: Moved to Russia to study medicine
  • Post-graduation: Briefly practiced as a registered doctor in Patna
  • Early 2000s: Returned to Russia and established pharmaceutical business
  • 2012: Opened Uralskiy Trade Centre in Kursk (inaugurated by then-Indian Ambassador Ajai Malhotra)
  • 2017: Elected as deputat (MLA equivalent) for Kursk for the first time
Business Ventures
  • Founded LLC Gatazh in 1999 and expanded into the pharmaceutical sector.
  • Entered the real estate sector with the opening of the Uralskiy Trade Centre in 2012.
  • Founded and expanded pharmaceutical business in Russia
  • Entered real estate sector with the opening of Uralskiy Trade Centre in Kursk in 2012
Recognition
  • Became the first Indian-origin lawmaker in the Kursk region.
  • Received over 70% votes in both 2017 and 2022 elections.
  • First Indian-origin lawmaker ever elected in Russia
  • Member of ruling United Russia Party aligned with President Vladimir Putin
  • Elected twice to Kursk regional assembly (2017 and 2022)
  • Advocate for strengthening India-Russia bilateral relations
Community EngagementConducts monthly janata darbar to address local citizens' issues; actively involved in promoting regional development and advocating for immigrant communities

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Abhay Kumar Singh faced challenges with severe winters and language barriers during his early days in Russia.
2. He struggled initially but was encouraged by a dean named Elena to stay and complete his medical studies.
3. He initially practiced as a registered doctor in Patna but later pursued better opportunities in Kursk.
4. Singh expresses pride in being culturally Indian despite holding Russian citizenship.
5. He was encouraged by a dean named Elena to stay and complete his medical studies.
6. He is a strong supporter of Vladimir Putin and has advocated for India to acquire the S-500 air defence system.
7. Singh has been instrumental in fostering economic cooperation, cultural exchange, and bilateral relations between India and Russia.
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