Suresh Kumar Pujari, a distinguished member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is a symbol of unwavering commitment and steadfast dedication. He was born in the culturally rich city of Sambalpur, Odisha, on July 29, 1960, to Bhimsen Pujari and Khirodri Tanaya Pujari. His academic journey saw him complete an M.Sc. in Physics, an L.L.B., and a P.G. Diploma in Labour Law and Personal Management from Gangadhar Meher College, Sambalpur University.
His foray into politics began in the early 1980s when he emerged as a dynamic student leader during a student movement. His leadership prowess was evident from his tenure as the Gangadhar Meher College Students’ Union President in 1980-81.
His association with the BJP marked a significant turning point in his political journey. He held numerous pivotal roles within the party, including the position of State President from 2006 to 2009. He also served as the National Secretary of the BJP and represented Odisha in the central committee of the BJP, chaired by National President Amit Shah.
His parliamentary journey commenced with his election to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament of India, from Bargarh, Odisha, in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. This victory was particularly noteworthy for Pujari, as it came after six previous unsuccessful attempts.
May 26, 2024 2:36 pm
Odisha Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Date: The state of Odisha with 21 Lok Sabha seats in its account, marks itself as one of the key states during the Lok Sabha Elections, and with local parties like BJD tightening the grip over the state politics over past decade, national parties like BJP and INC, needs to come up with strong strategies, in order to cement their position in the state.
December 16, 2021 7:16 am
🔴 Sources said that it was his visit to India in 2013 following his son's death and the social media activities of a female friend in The Philippines that helped agencies locate Suresh in the island nation and get him to India.
December 16, 2021 8:23 am
🔴 Suresh Pujari, a gangster who was on the run from India for the past 15 years, has 24 cases in Maharashtra including 15 in Mumbai, seven in Thane and one each in Navi Mumbai and Mira-Bhayander for allegedly making extortion calls.
December 15, 2021 12:23 am
Pujari, who had been on the run for the past 15 years, was wanted in several cases of extortion in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane.
October 20, 2015 12:44 am
Pujari is currently believed to be based in the Middle East.
May 23, 2013 2:02 am
The SMS warned citizens looking to buy a flat to verify the legality of the building before making the purchase.
March 19, 2012 1:09 am
Nearly one lakh illegal constructions in Pimpri-Chinchwad have a sword hanging over them.
February 04, 2012 2:26 am
A local TV channel showed one of Naveen Patnaik's personal security officers moving his footwear.


