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Girish Mahajan
BJP
DOB
17 May 1960
Age
66 years
profession
Politician
Girish Mahajan biography
Girish Mahajan is a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Maharashtra and a key figure in the state’s politics. He hails from Jalgaon district and has earned a reputation for his administrative skills and political acumen. Mahajan has been an influential voice in the BJP, particularly in northern Maharashtra, where he has built a strong base of support.
Mahajan has held various important portfolios in the Maharashtra government, including the Ministry of Water Resources, Medical Education, and Rural Development. As Minister of Water Resources, he focused on improving irrigation systems and managing water resources more efficiently, especially in drought-prone areas. His initiatives in water conservation and river rejuvenation projects have been widely acknowledged.
A close associate of BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, Mahajan has played a crucial role in shaping the party’s strategy and policies in Maharashtra. He has been actively involved in election campaigns and has contributed to the party’s organizational strength across the state.
Known for his pragmatic approach to governance and his ability to navigate complex political situations, Girish Mahajan continues to be a significant player in Maharashtra’s political landscape, with a focus on rural development, water management, and public welfare programs.
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Girish Mahajan personal life
GIRISH MAHAJAN NEWS
Booklet calls Girish Mahajan 'Kumbh Mela minister', revives Nashik row
August 16, 2026 4:15 pm
Girish Mahajan was appointed Nashik’s guardian minister on January 18, 2025, but the order was stayed the following day after objections from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
‘Saamana’ slams Girish Mahajan over Sena-Congress merger taunt
June 20, 2026 5:16 pm
The editorial in Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece ‘Saamana’ alleged the BJP was rolling out the red carpet for Congress leaders at the cost of its long-time loyalists.
‘Gaddari’: Sanjay Raut slams Y+ security for 6 Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs
June 18, 2026 5:31 pm
Attacking minister Girish Mahajan, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut said BJP leaders survived politically because of central agencies and government machinery.
Congress, Sena (UBT) seek Girish Mahajan’s removal over Operation Blue Star remarks
June 09, 2026 9:26 pm
Opposition parties in Maharashtra have accused the BJP leader of undermining the armed forces and historical anti-terror operations following his controversial remarks at a function in Amritsar.
‘Went to cops, got no response’: Mumbai woman who confronted minister clarifies
May 03, 2026 1:22 pm
Teena Choudhry, 50, a former television actress and a resident of Prabhadevi, is married to Bollywood director Robbie Grewal.
Nashik IT firm case probe will be widened: Girish Mahajan
April 10, 2026 7:47 pm
The Nashik City police is investigating the nine FIRs registered over complaints of alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion at the IT company.
One more Minister mobbed by angry farmers demanding immediate relief
September 24, 2025 9:31 pm
After sensing the anger among the farmers, the Minister immediately called up the officials and directed them to conduct immediate panchamas so that required assistance could be extended to the aggrieved farmers.
Maharashtra Assembly polls: BJP’s 'troubleshooter' faces trouble in Jamner — a 2011 agitation launched by him
November 11, 2024 11:44 pm
The trouble stems from a 2011 agitation in Jamner demanding higher minimum support price (MSP) for cotton — launched by Mahajan himself.
‘What's your contribution to Ram Janambhoomi movement?’: Raut hits back at BJP's Girish Mahajan
December 27, 2023 2:39 am
The BJP leader had said Thackeray wasn't invited for Ram temple inauguration as he played no role in the movement
Girish Mahajan says no blanket quota for Marathas, Jarange-Patil threatens to make public video of minister's 'promise'
December 05, 2023 4:28 am
Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan had said that providing Kunbi caste certificates to all Marathas would be difficult.
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