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
02/07/2025
Samik Bhattacharya, a senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, was unanimously elected as the new president of the West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party after no other candidates filed nominations by the deadline. He submitted his nomination papers at the party office in Salt Lake, Kolkata, accompanied by outgoing president Sukanta Majumdar and Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari. As an old RSS worker, Bhattacharya brings extensive organizational experience to lead the party ahead of future elections.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being president of the BJP's West Bengal unit |
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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. |