Mangal Prabhat Lodha is a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Maharashtra and a well-known real estate developer. He hails from Rajasthan but has established a strong political presence in Mumbai, where he has served as an MLA for several terms, representing the Malabar Hill constituency since 1995. Lodha is also the founder of Lodha Group, one of India’s leading real estate companies, which has been instrumental in reshaping Mumbai’s skyline.
In Maharashtra politics, Lodha is known for his work in urban development, housing, and his connection to Mumbai’s business community. He has consistently advocated for better infrastructure, affordable housing, and civic amenities in Mumbai, addressing the needs of his affluent and middle-class constituents alike.
In 2022, Lodha was appointed as the Minister of Tourism, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship in the Maharashtra government. In this role, he has focused on promoting tourism across the state, enhancing skill development programs, and fostering entrepreneurship to create more job opportunities, particularly for youth.
Lodha’s dual role as a successful businessman and a seasoned politician makes him a unique figure in Maharashtra’s political landscape. His efforts to bridge business and politics continue to strengthen his influence within the BJP and the state.
January 21, 2025 1:30 am
As Lodha shared a detailed plan of action for the next 100 days, he also announced that the state will have its own Placement Agencies Act to regulate them as many of them are observed to be fraudulent in nature.
June 25, 2024 8:45 am
The appointed contractor will carry out a survey of the existing trees, following which trees with heavy branches will be identified.
April 02, 2024 11:03 am
Lodha, who is also the MLA from south Mumbai's Malabar Hill constituency, also directed the police to find a solution to solve issues related to traffic congestion that are allegedly caused due to the delivery persons.
March 03, 2024 8:27 am
Tabling the report in the Assembly, Maharashtra Skill Development Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha said the government will scrutinise all 257 students and then decide if their admissions are valid.
December 19, 2023 5:44 pm
The BMC will develop this 18-metre wide circular road adjoining the tank and name it “Bhakti Marg”.
September 20, 2023 3:56 pm
Several citizens and activists have submitted their objection to the civic authorities, following which the guardian minister Lodha, who is also local MLA, took a meeting with the citizens on Monday.
August 24, 2023 10:09 pm
Under the mayor relief fund, the civic administration used to provide financial assistance to those hailing from LIG background.
July 24, 2023 12:51 am
WHILE CELEBRATING Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s birthday on July 22, his supporters put up posters along the entire route from his official residence Devgiri to CM Eknath Shinde's residence Varsha.
April 23, 2023 2:30 pm
BJP’s Mangal Prabhat Lodha, whose recent idea to use the term ‘Ganga Bhagirathi’ for widows backfired, has courted controversy in the past with his remarks on Shivaji and ‘love jihad’.
April 03, 2023 7:01 am
There can be more coordination and cooperation for social harmony. There are already 'Bhaichara' (brotherhood) committees in police stations. These can meet regularly to maintain harmony. As the guardian minister for Mumbai, I want to ensure these meetings happen regularly.




