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Biography: Personal Background, Education & Early Life

Full Name: Rajesh Ranjan (popularly known as Pappu Yadav)

Date of Birth: 24 December 1967

Place of Birth: Khurda Karveli village, Kumarkhand block, Madhepura district, Bihar

  • Education:

    • Graduated in Political Science from B. N. Mandal University, Madhepura

    • Postgraduate diplomas in Human Rights and Disaster Management from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi

  • Family:

    • Spouse: Ranjeet Ranjan (INC), former MP and current Rajya Sabha member

    • Children: Sarthak Ranjan (T20 cricketer for Delhi), Prakriti Ranjan

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Pappu Yadav's early life was marked by his association with local strongmen, notably his maternal uncle Arjun Singh. Despite a controversial past, he transitioned into politics in the early 1990s and has since been recognized for his grassroots activism and public service.

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Political Journey: Positions Held & Party Affiliations

  • 1990: Elected as an Independent MLA from Singheshwar constituency, Madhepura

  • Lok Sabha Tenures:

    • 1991: MP from Purnea (Independent)

    • 1996: MP from Purnea (Samajwadi Party)

    • 1999: MP from Purnea (Independent)

    • 2004: MP from Madhepura (RJD)

    • 2014: MP from Madhepura (RJD)

    • 2024: MP from Purnea (Indian National Congress)

  • 2015: Founded Jan Adhikar Party (Loktantrik) after expulsion from RJD

  • 2024: Merged Jan Adhikar Party with the Indian National Congress

Throughout his political career, Pappu Yadav has been known for his independent stance and commitment to addressing local issues, often challenging established political norms.

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Achievements: Developmental Work & Social Service

Education Initiatives:

  • Established a network of village schools across Bihar to provide free education to underprivileged children

  • Set up a B.Ed college, technical institutions for computer and management courses, and vocational centers to empower youth with skills

 

Disaster Relief Efforts:

  • Actively participated in relief operations during the Patna floods, distributing food and medicines to affected individuals

 

Parliamentary Recognition:

  • Honored twice as an outstanding MP between 2014 and 2019 for his contributions in the Lok Sabha

 

Community Engagement:

  • Known for his direct interaction with constituents, often addressing grievances personally and providing immediate assistance

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