Jitin Prasada is a prominent Indian politician from Uttar Pradesh, currently serving as a Union Minister of State in the Government of India. Known for his deep political roots and dynamic leadership, Jitin began his journey with the Indian Youth Congress and later joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2021. Born on 29 November 1973 in Shahjahanpur, Jitin comes from a lineage of esteemed political and cultural contributors to India.
Family and Education Background
• Father: Late Shri Jitendra Prasada – Senior Congress Leader and Advisor to two Indian Prime Ministers
• Mother: Smt. Kanta Prasada
• Grandfather: Jyoti Prasada – Congress politician
• Great-Grandmother: Purnima Devi – Daughter of Hemendranath Tagore, related to Rabindranath Tagore
Education:
• Schooling: The Doon School, Dehradun
• Graduation: B.Com, Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi
• Post-Graduation: MBA, International Management Institute, New Delhi
Political Journey
• 2001 – Joined the Indian Youth Congress as General Secretary
• 2004 – Elected to 14th Lok Sabha from Shahjahanpur
• 2009 – Elected from the Dhaurahra constituency
• Held Ministerial Positions: – Minister of State for Steel, Human Resource Development, and Petroleum & Natural Gas
• 2021 – Appointed Cabinet Minister in Yogi Adityanath’s government in Uttar Pradesh
• 2024 – Elected as MLA from Pilibhit constituency and continues serving in state and national leadership roles
Notable Works and Contributions
• Converted meter gauge to broad gauge in Lakhimpur Kheri
• Laid the foundation of a steel plant in Dhaurahra
• Served on parliamentary committees for Information Technology, Civil Aviation, and Steel
Contact Details of Jitin Prasada
Mobile Number: +91-94150-62341
Alternate Number: +91-94991-00625
Fax: (05842) 223237
Email IDs:
• [email protected]
• [email protected]
WhatsApp Number: +91-94991-00625
Official Addresses
Permanent Residence:
Lal Kothi, Prasad Bhawan Compound, Khirni Bagh, Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 242001
Present Office Address:
Bungalow No. 36, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Road (Type-VIII), New Delhi – 110011
Social Media Profiles of Jitin Prasada
Stay connected and updated with Shri Jitin Prasada’s initiatives and political work:
• X (Twitter): x.com/JitinPrasada
• Facebook: facebook.com/jitinprasada1
• Instagram: instagram.com/jitinprasada
FAQs
Q: When did Jitin Prasada join the BJP?
He joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on June 9, 2021.
Q: What is Jitin Prasada’s educational background?
He holds an MBA from IMI Delhi and a commerce degree from Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University.
Q: Which constituency does Jitin Prasada represent in 2024?
He represents Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh.
Q: How can I contact Jitin Prasada?
You can reach him via email at [email protected] or phone at +91-94150-62341.
From being a young leader in the Congress to emerging as a seasoned BJP politician and cabinet minister, Jitin Prasada’s political evolution reflects his adaptability and commitment to public service. With roots in a legacy of leaders and a vision for development, he continues to be a key figure in Uttar Pradesh’s political landscape.