In India, politics and wealth often intersect. However, assessing the wealth of politicians can be challenging due to the opacity of financial disclosures and the diverse sources of income. Still, some individuals are recognized for their substantial riches and influence in political circles. Recently, The Association of Democratic Reforms released a report of Indian MLA’s assets. Among 4001 MLAs in the 28 states, DK Shivakumar is the richest politician in India. He holds assets worth ₹1,413 crore. Today, we bring you a list of the richest politicians in India.
Richest Politicians in India with Net Worth:-
1. DK Shivakumar
Party Name: Indian National Congress(INC)
State: Kanakapura, Karnataka
Total assets: ₹1,413 crore
D.K. Shivakumar is a prominent figure in Indian politics. He is the 9th and current Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka. He also serves as a senior leader of the Indian National Congress. D.K. Shivakumar is known for his political astuteness and organisational skills. He gained popularity within the INC and Karnatatka’s political landscape. He has been elected as a member of the Legislative Assembly multiple times. He is the wealthiest politician in India and holds the rank one. Beyond his political career, D.K. Shivakumar has been involved in controversies related to corruption and money laundering.
2. KH Puttaswamy Gowda
Party Name: Indian National Congress (IND)
State: Gauribidanur, Karnataka
Total assets: ₹1,267 crore
KH Puttaswamy Gowda who is also known as K.H. Patil. He is also a prominent figure in the Karnataka politicians. He is a Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and is associated with the Indian National Congress Party. He had a long and illustrious political career because he spent years with the Karnataka government. He has been elected multiple times as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Melkote constituency in the Mandya district of Karnataka. Throughout his political career, Gowda has held several significant positions in the Karnataka state government, including ministerial roles.
3. Priya Krishna
Party Name: Indian National Congress (INC)
State: Govindarajanagar, Karnataka
Total assets: ₹1,156 crore
Priyakrishna is an Indian Politician from Karnataka. Currently, he is a Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and is associated with the Indian National Congress. He was elected as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Karnataka from Govindraj Nagar, Bangalore in 2009 at the age of 25. He is the youngest member of the Legislative Assembly of Karnataka. He started their career in politics in 2003 and was later elected as MLA from Govindraj Nagar. Now, he is a well-known personality.
4. N Chandrababu Naidu
Party Name: Telugu Desam Party (TDP)
State: Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh
Total assets: ₹668 crore
N Chandrababu Naidu is the leader of the Opposition of Andhra Pradesh and President of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and has served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for multiple terms. Naidu is famous for its work in infrastructure development in Andhra Pradesh during his tenure as Chief Minister. He brought a transformation in the state and made a hub for information technology and promoting investment in sectors such as IT and biotechnology. Under his leadership, Andhra Pradesh saw significant growth in areas such as agriculture, irrigation, and urban development. He is also actively involved in national politics and fighting back.
5. Jayantibhai Somabhai Patel
Party Name: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
State: Mansa, Gujarat
Total assets: ₹661 crore
Jayantibhai Somabhai Patel is also known as Jayanti Patel. He is an Indian Richest Politicians from the BJP and has served as a Member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly since 2022. He also served as a Member of Parliament (MP) in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament, representing the Navsari constituency in Gujarat. Patel has been actively involved in politics for several years. He has been a vocal advocate for the party’s policies by focusing on the issues related to the development, agriculture, and welfare programs. During the position of MP, he has participated in parliamentary debates, discussions, and committee work, contributing to the legislative process and representing the interests of his constituents in Navsari.
6. Suresha BS
Party Name: Indian National Congress (INC)
State: Hebbal, Karnataka
Total assets: ₹648 crore
Suresha BS whose full name is Byrathi Suresh is an Indian politician from Karnataka. Currently, he is serving as Cabinet Minister in the Government of Karnataka & as a member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. He represents the Hebbal Constituency in the government of Karnataka. He is associated with the Indian National Congress. He began his political career as MLC in 2012 and was elected as MLA of Hebbal Vidhana Sabha constituency.
7. YS Jagan Mohan Reddy
Party Name: (YSRCP)
State: Pulivendla, Andhra Pradesh
Total assets: ₹510 crore
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh. YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, also known as Yeduguri Sandinti Jaganmohan Reddy. He is the president of the YSR Congress Party, which he founded in 2011. He started their party after resigning from the National Congress. He belongs to the political family. His father’s name is Y.S.Rajasekha Reddy he was also in the Political career. He entered politics in 2004 when he was elected as a Member of Parliament from the Kadapa constituency.
8. Parag Shah
Party Name: Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP)
State: Ghatkopar East, Maharashtra
Total assets: ₹500 crore
Parag Shah is a Member of the Maharashtra Assembly and an Indian politician affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He is actively involved in politics and public service, particularly in the state of Maharashtra. However, Shah belongs to the business and entrepreneurship family and is associated with various industries and business ventures.
9. T.S. Baba
Party Name: Indian National Congress(INC)
State: Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh
Total assets: ₹500 crore
T.S. Baba is a politician from Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh. His full name is Tribhuvaneshwar Saran Singh Deo. He was the First Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh from June 2023 to December 2023. He is one the richest politicians in India and the richest member of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly.
10. Mangalprabhat Lodha
Party name: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
State: Malabar Hill, Maharashtra
Total assets: ₹441 crore.Â
Mangal Prabhat Lodha is a Member of the Maharashtra Assembly and is associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state of Maharashtra. He is chairman of the Lodha Group, one of India’s largest real estate companies.
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