Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 05/11/1963 |
| Age | 62 years |
| Birthplace | Maligaon, Assam, India |
Latest News about Samik Bhattacharya
03/07/2025
Samik Bhattacharya was unanimously elected as the president of the West Bengal BJP after no other candidate filed nomination for the post. He took over the leadership role at a party ceremony in Kolkata, succeeding Sukanta Majumdar. The appointment came as the party prepared for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being president of the BJP's West Bengal unit |
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| Full Name | Samik Bhattacharya |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Surendranath College, Kolkata |
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| Degree | Bachelor of Arts |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Address | BH 66 Sector 2, Bidhannagar, West Bengal, Kolkata 700091 |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Late Sailesh Bhattacharya |
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| Mother | Late Rubi Bhattacharya |
Career
| Political Party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/samikbjpofficial/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/SamikBJP/ | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@uncutsamik |
| https://x.com/SamikBJP |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Samik's political journey began at the age of 8 when he joined RSS. | |
| 2. He gained prominence during the Lok Sabha election campaign in 1989 through his impactful speeches. | |
| 3. He held every significant organizational role in the BJP including state general secretary and chief spokesperson. | |
| 4. In 2016, he declined an offer from the Trinamool Congress to join as a minister. | |
| 5. Samik actively worked to combat cattle smuggling in the Basirhat region during his legislative tenure. | |
| 6. He has maintained a continuous presence in the BJP despite challenging political dynamics. | |
| 7. Samik is recognized for his oratory skills and is well-liked among both veteran and newer party members. | |
| 8. He actively travels without personal security and endeavors to connect with constituents across West Bengal. | |
| 9. Since April 2024, he has been assigned as a member of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Kalyani, Ghora Gachha, West Bengal. |