Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth19/11/1979
Age46 years
BirthplaceMumbai

Latest News about Priyanka Chaturvedi

24/08/2026

Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the BJP for focusing on political resolutions instead of unemployment, inflation, and youth concerns. Her comments were made amid a public debate over the party's stance on 'Vande Mataram' and related issues.

17/04/2026

Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the defeat of the Women's Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha despite her party's opposing vote. Her comments drew attention because they differed from the Shiv Sena (UBT) line on the issue.

12/04/2026

Priyanka Chaturvedi questioned the strategy behind amendments connected to womenโ€™s quota legislation during a parliamentary debate. She raised concerns about the timing and political framing of the changes.

29/01/2026

Priyanka Chaturvedi welcomed the Supreme Court's stay on new UGC regulations and criticized the Union government for failing to protect equity in higher education. Her remarks framed the stay as a response to broader concerns about the guidelines.

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Bio/Wiki

Real NamePriyanka Vickram Chaturvedi
Politics
Political PartyShiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray)
Political Journey
Joined Indian National Congress (INC)
Became General Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress from North-West Mumbai
Quit Indian National Congress and joined Shiv Sena (UBT)
Began as Assembly Delegate of Indian Youth Congress
Elevated to National Media Panelist
Elevated to National Spokesperson position in July
Elected as Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra
Current PositionFormer Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra; Deputy Leader of Shiv Sena (UBT); National Spokesperson of Shiv Sena

Physical Stats & More

Height168 cm (5' 6")
Weight60 kg (132 lbs)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolSt. Joseph's High School, Juhu
College/ University
Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, MumbaiBachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounts (1999)
Indian School of BusinessEntrepreneurial Studies; Part of Goldman Sachs' 10000 Women programme

Personal Life

Zodiac sign/Sun signScorpio
ReligionHinduism
HobbiesPhotography, Travelling, Reading

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
HusbandVickram Narendranath Chaturvedi (Channel Marketing and Program Manager in IBM India)
Children
  • Aarnav Chaturvedi
  • Anitra Chaturvedi
Marriage Date19/11/1999

Family

FatherChandrakanta Chaturvedi
MotherName

Career

EntrepreneurshipBegan as Director of MPower consultants (media, PR, and event management company)
Other Roles
  • National spokesperson
  • Columnist for Tehelka, Daily News and Analysis, & First Post
  • Trustee of several NGOs focused on education, women empowerment, and health
  • National Spokesperson of Shiv Sena
  • Advisory board member of Femme First Foundation
  • Advisory board member of Kautilya School of Public Policy, Hyderabad
Parliamentary Roles
  • Member of Parliament Standing Committee on Commerce
  • Member of Consultative Committee on External Affairs
  • Member of Parliament Committee on Women Empowerment

Favourites

Favorite Blogs
  • The Greatbong Blog & Podcast
  • Akhond of Swat
  • Domain Maximus

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Operates a popular book review blog ranked in the top ten in India.
2. Was a member of the delegation from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK and the UK High Commission in 2015.
3. Took part in the 'Asian Forum on Global Governance' program.
4. Regular television panelist debating on Indian politics, women empowerment, child rights, education, and health.
5. Known for articulate speeches and strong positions on women's rights and public welfare.
6. Vital Voices Fellow (2021).
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