Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 16/02/1975 |
| Age | 51 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai |
Latest News about Chitra Wagh
06/08/2025
Chitra Wagh commented on the Dadar kabutar khana issue and said the dispute should not be treated as a religious matter. Her remarks also included criticism of Kishori Pednekar and an open challenge to the Jain community's protest stance, which kept the issue in political discussion.
02/08/2025
Chitra Wagh, the Maharashtra BJP Mahila Morcha chief, conducted a surprise visit to the Bhagwan Baba Children's Home in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after concerns surfaced about the relocation of girls from the controversial Vidyadeep Children's Home. She inspected the facility to assess the living conditions of the children and drew public attention to the welfare situation.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Chitra Kishor Wagh |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 11/05/1993 |
Family
| Father | Name |
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| Mother | Name |
| Spouse | Kishor Wagh |
| Children | Aditya Wagh |
Career
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| Political Journey |
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| Known For | Being the State President of BJP Maharashtra Mahila Morcha, advocacy for women's rights and safety in Maharashtra politics, and her role as an MLC in the Maharashtra Legislative Council |
Social Media
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Chitra Wagh became the president of BJP’s women’s wing ‘Maharashtra Pradesh Mahila Morcha’ on 3 November 2022. | |
| 2. During her time in the Nationalist Congress Party in 2015, she highlighted the safety issues faced by women in rural areas under the BJP-Shiv Sena administration. | |
| 3. In October 2020, Chitra backed Priyanka Gandhi during her visit to Hathras and criticized the behavior of police officers. | |
| 4. Her husband, Kishor, faced a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act in February 2021. | |
| 5. In March 2022, she voiced concerns about the government’s family planning counseling policies and women’s safety measures. | |
| 6. In 2022, Chitra Wagh questioned the government’s use of Nirbhaya funds for purchasing vehicles. | |
| 7. She has nearly two decades of political work and has been notably active in women's rights and advocacy. | |
| 8. In September 2021, she participated in protests outside Mantralaya demanding women's safety and a special assembly session, leading to charges under section 144 of the CrPC. She was acquitted in November 2022. | |
| 9. She was featured on the cover of Cafe Social magazine in 2022. | |
| 10. She is known for her aggressive political rhetoric, including a notable incident in the Legislative Council where she criticized MLC Anil Parab and the Uddhav Thackeray faction regarding the Disha Salian case. |