Birthday Special: How Giriraj Singh, who used to run a pumping set agency, became PM Modi’s favorite, and now has assets worth crores

Birthday Special: Giriraj Singh, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a central minister, is known for his statements that often make headlines.

Giriraj Singh, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a central minister is known for his statements that often make headlines. He fearlessly expresses his opinions on every issue. Recently, he made a statement about AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi, which escalated the political temperature. Giriraj Singh said that Owaisi would lead to the second partition of India, just like Mohammad Ali Jinnah in 1947. Owaisi speaks against the law and makes inflammatory statements. Today, Giriraj Singh is in the spotlight because it’s his birthday. His statements always grab attention, and his entry into politics is also interesting. Giriraj Singh was born on September 8, 1952, in Barhia, Lakhisarai district, Bihar. His education and early political lessons took place in Begusarai. He is currently an MP from this constituency.

Obtained Inter and Graduation degrees from Bodh Gaya

It is said that during that time, crime was rampant in Barhia. Therefore, his father sent him to live with his aunt in Sadanandpur, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, when he was a bit older. He obtained his Inter and Graduation degrees from Magadh University, Bodh Gaya.

Used to run a pumping set agency

After graduation, Giriraj Singh started working with a pumping set company and began his business in Begusarai. It was during this time that he met Kailashpati Mishra, a prominent leader of his time, which changed his life. This meeting brought Giriraj Singh to Delhi.

Influenced by Kailashpati Mishra

According to political experts, Giriraj Singh met Kailashpati Mishra at a wedding ceremony. He was deeply influenced by Mishra and decided to enter politics. Giriraj Singh joined the BJP. Later, he moved to Patna, the capital of Bihar, and joined the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM). Giriraj Singh worked as the in-charge of Begusarai, Samastipur, and Khagaria districts. He later became the general secretary of the state BJYM in 1990.

Held various positions in his political journey

Giriraj Singh has held various positions in his political journey. He was elected to the Bihar Legislative Council in 2002 and continued to work as a member until 2014. During this period, he was also part of the state cabinet. Later, he shifted his focus to the Lok Sabha.

Won the Nawada Lok Sabha seat in 2014

He won the Nawada Lok Sabha seat in 2014 and continued his winning streak in the 2019 and 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Today, Giriraj Singh is a central minister in the Modi government.

Calls himself a farmer

Political experts say that despite achieving great heights, Begusarai remains Giriraj Singh’s karma bhoomi and the birthplace of his politics. He is often seen meeting people in his constituency and resolving their issues. Giriraj Singh calls himself a farmer, and his lifestyle reflects this.