Mukesh Sahani Age, Caste, Wife, Children, Family, Biography
Mukesh Sahani Age, Caste, Wife, Children, Family, Biography
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Husband: Kavita/Kabita Soni
Age: 43 Years
Hometown: Biraul, Darbhanga
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Other name | Mukesh Soni check sources The Company Check |
| Nickname | Son of Mallah |
| Profession(s) | • Politician • Set Designer • Salesman |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Politics | |
| Political Party | Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP)  |
| Political Journey | • 26 July 2018: His political party 'Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP)' was approved by the Election Commission of India (ECI). • 4 November 2018: He formally launched his party after a 2-month 'Nishad Arakshan Samvad Bus Yatra.' • 2019: His party fielded candidates in the general elections from Madhubani, Muzaffarpur, and Khagaria, but none of them won. • 2020: Initially sided with 'Mahagathbandhan' during the Bihar Assembly elections but later became a coalition partner of the NDA. • 2020: He contested elections from Simri Bakthiarpur constituency but came second, losing to Rashtriya Janata Dal's (RJD) candidate, Yusuf Salahuddin. • 16 November 2020: He took oath as Minister for Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, serving until 27 March 2022. • July 2023: He embarked on a 101-day trip named 'Nishad Aarakshan Sankalp Yatra,' starting on Phoolan's assassination day on 25 July, with the intention to distribute statues to VIP Party members and lockets to people of Nishad community. |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 31 March 1981 (Tuesday) |
| Age (as of 2024) | 43 Years |
| Birthplace | Afjala, Biraul tehsil, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India |
| Zodiac sign | Aries |
| Signature |  |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Biraul, Darbhanga |
| School | Local school in Afjala |
| College/University | Did not attend |
| Educational Qualification | 8th pass check sources MyNeta |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Nishad (Mallah) - Extremely Backward Class (EBC) category check sources ECI |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian/Non-vegetarian check sources citation |
| Address | Village + Post Office - Afjala, Biraul, Darbhanga, Bihar |
| Piercing(s) | On left ear  |
| Controversies | Criminal Cases check sources MyNeta As of October 2020, five court cases are registered against Mukesh Sahani: Case 1: Case Number 69/2014, Jurisdiction ACJM Ist Darbhanga, involving Sections 153A and 171G. Case 2: Case Number 709/2015, Jurisdiction Nagar Police Station Muzaffarpur, related to Section 136 of the RP Act. Case 3: Case Number 135/2015, Jurisdiction Gandhi Maidan Police Station Patna, involving Sections 287 and 336 (Aircraft Act) and 66(B) of the IT Act. Case 4: Case Number 43/2019, Jurisdiction ACJM IV Salkhua Saharsa, pertaining to Section 188 of the Defacement Act. Case 5: Case Number 27/2019, Jurisdiction Bithan Samastipur, including Sections 147, 188, and 171H (related to Section 127A of the RP Act). Delegating his brother for the inauguration check sources Dainik Jagran check sources Times Now He received an invitation to be the Chief Guest for the inauguration of a government scheme in Hajipur in March 2021, intended to distribute four-wheelers, two-wheelers, and ice boxes to the underprivileged. Instead, he chose to delegate the responsibility to his brother, Santosh Sahani, causing a commotion in the Bihar Legislative Assembly. Later, he admitted his mistake and apologized to the citizens of Bihar, citing his busy schedule during the Budget session as the reason for sending his brother. Apprehended at Varanasi Airport check sources The Times of India check sources Hindustan On July 25, 2021, he visited Varanasi to unveil statues of Phoolan Devi on her Martyrdom day. But he and his supporters were detained at the airport and sent back to Bihar. Police seized the statues in July 2022 and removed posters from Varanasi streets. Mukesh vowed to fight for his rights without being intimidated. Referring to the Bihar BJP Head as a 'roadside goon.' check sources Aaj Tak In November 2022, during Kurhni by-elections campaigning, the Bihar BJP Head, Sanjay Jaiswal, accused Mukesh Sahani of being a puppet of Nitish Kumar as Sahani fielded a candidate from his VIP party. In response, Sahani called Jaiswal a 'roadside goon' and criticized the BJP for trying to intimidate him. |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 28 April |
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| Wife/Spouse | Kavita/Kabita Soni (Homemaker)  |
| Children | Son- Ranveer Sahani Daughter- Muskan Sahani  |
| Parents | Father- Jeetan/Jitan Sahani (killed in July 2024) Mother- Meena Devi (Died on 25 July 2010)  |
| Siblings | Brother- Santosh Kumar Sahani (Politician)  Sister- Rinku Sahani  |
| Other Relatives | Brother-in-law- Jagannath Sahani (Rinku's husband)  |
| Money Factor | |
| Income (approx.) | Rs. 11 lakhs Note: This income is for the financial year 2018-19. check sources MyNeta |
| Assets/Properties | Movable Assets Cash: Rs. 45,500 Bank Deposits: Rs. 98,609 Bonds, Debentures, and Shares: Rs. 78,80,060 NSS, Postal Savings: Rs. 14,06,842 Motor Vehicles: Rs. 5,00,000 Jewellery: Rs. 4,00,000 Immovable Assets Non-Agricultural Land: Rs. 20,00,000 Commercial Buildings: Rs. 7,47,00,000 Residential Buildings: Rs. 1,93,00,000 Note: The given estimates of movable and immovable assets are according to the year 2020. It excludes the assets owned by his wife and dependents (minor). check sources MyNeta |
| Net Worth (approx.) | Rs. 9.5 crores Note: The net worth was for the financial year 2018-19. It excludes the net worth of his wife and dependents (minors). check sources MyNeta |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Mukesh Sahani
At eighteen, he left home for Mumbai in 1999, seeking work. Initially, he was a salesman for a cosmetic brand but soon transitioned to a set designer in Bollywood.
He rose to prominence after designing the set for Shah Rukh Khan ‘s Devdas, alongside renowned designer Nitin Chandrakant Desai . Subsequently, he worked on sets for various films and TV shows, such as Salman Khan ‘s Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Bigg Boss.
Mukesh Sahani (second from right) with his younger brother, Santosh Sahani (left) and friends during his days in Mumbai
Later, he assumed directorship roles in three companies – RM Films Private Limited, Mukesh Cine Art Enterprise Private Limited, and Mukesh Cine World Private Limited. In 2008, he made a shift towards social work. check sources Zaubacorp
Upon returning to his village from Mumbai in 2008, he was deeply troubled by the poverty and hardships faced by his community, the Nishads, also known as Mallahs or fishermen. In response, he established the Sahani Samaj Kalyan Sanstha in 2010 and set up offices in both Darbhanga and Patna to address these issues.
Mukesh Sahani (centre) during his early social workdays
He raised awareness within the Nishad community regarding education, reservation, and their rights. On 16th February 2014, he orchestrated a significant Nishad Society Rights Conference at Raj Maidan in Darbhanga, which came to be known as the ‘Nishad Revolution of Bihar.’
Acknowledging his contributions, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi designated him as a prominent campaigner for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the 2014 general elections and 2015 Bihar Legislative Assembly elections. He eventually distanced himself from the BJP, expressing dissatisfaction with their failure to fulfil their commitment to including the Nishad community in the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
Mukesh Sahani with Narendra Modi during the 2014 election campaigns
In 2015, he established another organization called Nishad Vikas Sangh, which began functioning on a district-wise level in Bihar.
He secured an MLC seat for Bihar Legislative Council under the BJP’s quota in January 2021, fulfilling his term until July 2022. In February 2023, the Indian government assigned him Y+ security, a move perceived as a gentle effort to attract him towards the NDA.
Mukesh Sahani with Yogi Adityanath (right)
In an interview in March 2023, he expressed his aspirations to assume the role of Bihar Chief Minister and said,
Sapna dekhenge tabhi na sapna pura karenge (only if we have dreams, we can fulfil them). If Jitan Ram Manjhi, Mulayam Singh Yadav, Lalu Prasad and Miss Mayawati can become the CM, why can’t the ‘son of Mallah’? Nishad-Mallah (fishermen) community accounts for more than 15% of the population in and UP. So, I deserve this post.” check sources The Times of India
Mukesh Sahani with Lalu Yadav (left)
During his political rallies, he has expressed his commitment to the principles of Phoolan Devi, a former dacoit turned Member of Parliament, who was associated with the Nishad community.
Mukesh Sahani paying his obeisances to Phoolan Devi and his mother, Meena Devi
The specially designed rath (vehicle) for his 101-day journey in 2023 cost around Rs 3-4 crores. It involved the conversion of a Mercedes Benz bus within a two-month timeframe and was equipped with various amenities, including a TV, sofa, meeting room, and AC. check sources Prabhat Khabar
TV installed inside of the Rath made for Mukesh Sahani in July 2023
Inside of the Rath made for Mukesh Sahani in July 2023
He is renowned for employing innovative methods in his campaigns and rallies. In a July 2023 rally, he urged the audience to realize the significance of their voting power by drawing parallels with Lord Hanuman. He further urged them to pledge against selling their votes, symbolically using water from the Ganges river (Gangajal). check sources ABP News
After assuming office as a Minister in the Bihar cabinet, he was assigned Bungalow number 6. Following his removal in March 2022, rumours circulated about a bad omen (Vastudosh) linked to the bungalow. Reportedly, three previous ministers who resided there could not complete their terms. check sources Prabhat Khabar
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