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Bachhav Shobha Dinesh

Bachhav Shobha Dinesh is listed as Lok Sabha MP for Dhule, Maharashtra.

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UNSTARRED · HOME AFFAIRS · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 1443 · Session 8

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18th Lok Sabha; member-specific question register

01 / THE ESSENTIALS

At a glance

Office
Member of Parliament · Lok Sabha
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Institution
Lok Sabha
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Constituency / area
Dhule
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State / Union territory
Maharashtra
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Membership status
Listed as sitting in the official Parliament roster
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THE JOURNEY, CHAPTER BY CHAPTER

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  1. 195929 September 1959
  2. 19741974
    early life

    Education recorded in the source

    S.S.C. from S.S.C. Board, RBH Kanya Vidyalaya, Malegaon, Nashik in year 1974

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  3. 199226-Feb-1992 - 15 years
    public service

    Corporator,Nashik Municipal Corporation

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  4. 199920-Mar-1999 - 2002
    public service

    Mayor - Nashik Municipal Corporation, Nashik

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  5. 200413-Oct-2004 - 5 years
    public service

    Member

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  6. 200701-Dec-2007 - 2 years
    public service

    Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Minister of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, Guardian Minister Dhule

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  7. 2024June 2024
    elections

    Elected to 18th Lok Sabha

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  8. 202426-Sep-2024 onwards
    public service

    Member, Committee on Health and Family Welfare

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  9. 202625 Feb 2026 onwards
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    Member, India-Armenia Parliamentary Friendship Group

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  10. 20262026-08-12
    public work

    Latest dated reference in this collection

    Parliamentary question: Depletion of Price Stabilisation Fund Corpus This marks the latest dated record available here, not necessarily the latest activity in public life.

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DOCUMENTED LIFE & WORK

Early life & upbringing

The cited biography records Bachhav Shobha Dinesh’s date of birth as 29 September 1959. The birthplace is recorded as Dhule.

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DOCUMENTED LIFE & WORK

Education & professional life

The educational qualifications recorded in the cited source are: LCEH Maharashtra Council of Homeopathy, Mumbai. The professional background is listed as Doctor.

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DOCUMENTED LIFE & WORK

Public life: the documented service history

The earliest dated entry in the cited service history is 26-Feb-1992 - 15 years: Corporator,Nashik Municipal Corporation. A later recorded entry is 25 Feb 2026 onwards: Member, India-Armenia Parliamentary Friendship Group. This identifies the earliest entry available in that source, rather than establishing the start of the entire political career. Historical and open-ended positions retain their source periods.

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02 / BIOGRAPHY

The person behind the office

Education category in roster
Professional Post Graduate
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Profession as listed
Doctor
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Other profession as listed
FARMER
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Lok Sabha terms served (source)
1
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Education details in PRS
S.S.C. from S.S.C. Board, RBH Kanya Vidyalaya, Malegaon, Nashik in year 1974
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Education category in PRS
Upto Higher Secondary
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Education in the official biography
LCEH Maharashtra Council of Homeopathy, Mumbai
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Additional profession in biography
FARMER
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Personal background in the official biography

Date of birth
29 September 1959
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Place of birth
Dhule
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Father’s name
Laxmanrao Bhau Patil
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Mother’s name
Nirmala
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Marital status
Married
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Spouse’s name
Dr Dinesh Motiram Bachhav
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Marriage date
7 June 1983
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Sons listed in biography
1
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Daughters listed in biography
2
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Interests, publications & public work

Literary, artistic & scientific work
In terms of scientific accomplishments, Dr Shobhatai Bachhav's administration as the Health Minister of Maharashtra prioritized the development of the Maharashtra state's healthcare infrastructure. She launched various healthcare initiatives and worked towards improving medical facilities, making healthcare more accessible to the people of Maharashtra. Her efforts in promoting education and empowering women has deserved a notable awards like Girnar Gaurav Puraskar, Lokmat Sakhi Manch Puraskar, Sakal Adarsh Mahila Puraskar, Savitribai Phule Adarsh Mahila Puraskar, etc
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Social & cultural work as reported
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As the Mayor of Nashik , Dr Shobhatai Bachhav played a crucial role in fostering social and cultural activities. She actively participated in and supported various cultural festivals held in Nashik showcasing the diverse traditions, music, dance, and art forms of the region, fostering a sense of pride among the residents. She organized and supported art exhibitions and workshops, providing a platform for local artists to showcase their talent. These events encouraged artistic expression and promoted the growth of the local art community. She initiated numerous community outreach programs to address social issues and promote inclusivity. These programs involved organizing awareness campaigns, health camps, and educational initiatives to uplift marginalized sections of society. She took special efforts to preserve and promote the historical and architectural heritage of Nashik.

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Special interests
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Dr Shobhatai Bachhav has special interest in reforming of four major areas viz Healthcare ,Education , Environmental conservation, International relations & diplomacy. In Healthcare , she has been working consistently to expand the access to affordable healthcare, improving healthcare infrastructure, and advocating for policies that prioritize patient well-being and healthcare equity. In Education, her priority has been to improve access to quality education, enhancing teacher training programs, and implementing innovative teaching methods and implement policies to ensure that every child has equal opportunities to succeed academically. In Environmental conservation , she has played pivotal role in policies that promote renewable energy, combat climate change, protect natural resources, and preserve biodiversity . In International relations & diplomacy, she has represented on numerous occasions her constituency's interests on the global stage, thus ensuring she is the shinning star of not only Nashik , Maharashtra , INDIA.

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Hobbies & recreation
Traveling and Exploring to new places, both within the country and internationally, to experience different cultures, meet people, and gain a broader perspective on various issues. Volunteering and community engagement in local community events and supporting social causes . Reading books of history, politics, philosophy, and literature. Spending time with family.
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Sports & clubs
Dr Shobhatai Bachhav is an integral part of various social service clubs. Additionally, she has pivoted various women empowerment clubs , cultural & literacy clubs .
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Travel reported in biography
Dr Shobhatai Bachhav has been a part of various International delegations at United States of America, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, China, etc.
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Other information in biography
Dr Shobhatai Bachhav has served as : Mayor of Nashik Municipal Corporation. Health Minister of Maharashtra, spearheading critical healthcare initiatives across the state. Food and Drug Minister : Ensured execution of robust regulatory measures to ensure the safety and quality of consumables. Guardian Minister of Dhule.
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03 / PUBLIC SERVICE

Terms, responsibilities & positions

Legislature / term
18th Lok Sabha
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Membership category
Elected
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Lok Sabha numbers in service record
18
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Term description in PRS
First Term
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Term start in PRS
2024-06-09
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Activity reporting scope
Data corresponds to the period from 24-06-2024 to 13-08-2026.
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Positions held & committee service

  1. 25 Feb 2026 onwards

    Member, India-Armenia Parliamentary Friendship Group

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  2. 26-Sep-2024 onwards

    Member, Committee on Health and Family Welfare

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  3. June 2024

    Elected to 18th Lok Sabha

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  4. 01-Dec-2007 - 2 years

    Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Minister of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, Guardian Minister Dhule

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  5. 13-Oct-2004 - 5 years

    Member

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  6. 20-Mar-1999 - 2002

    Mayor - Nashik Municipal Corporation, Nashik

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  7. 26-Feb-1992 - 15 years

    Corporator,Nashik Municipal Corporation

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Matched archived election
Lok Sabha · 2024
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Constituency in that election
Dhule
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Winning party in that election
INC
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Votes recorded for the winner
583866
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Winning margin in votes
3831
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Runner-up in that election
BHAMRE SUBHASH RAMRAO
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Runner-up party
BJP
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04 / LEGISLATIVE WORK

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YearQuestionsProceedings
2024306
20255318
2026657

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PARTY & REPRESENTATION

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Party in the cited membership record

Indian National Congress

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National platform · Lok Sabha election 2024

Nyay Patra 2024

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  • Social justice and representation
  • Employment and youth opportunities
  • Women’s rights and economic participation
  • Agriculture and farmers
  • Workers and social security
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18th Lok Sabha · Records dated 2024-08-02 to 2026-08-04

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Need for CBI investigation into alleged irregularities in appointments of teaching and non-teaching staff in Nashik education division, Maharashtra-Laid

MATTERS UNDER RULE-377 · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Session 8

Written matter raised under Rule 377.

Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI)FraudsTeacher Recruitment
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Regarding irregularities in implementation of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana in Nashik district, Maharashtra-Laid

MATTERS UNDER RULE-377 · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Session 8

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Financial Irregularities
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The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026 and Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and Delimitation Bill, 2026?Contd.. - not passed

GOVERNMENT BILLS · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Session 7

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Constitutional AmendmentDelimitation of ConstituenciesUnion TerritoriesWomen Reservation
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Regarding illegal mining in Dhule, Maharashtra

SPECIAL MENTION (ZERO HOUR) · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Session 7

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Illegal Mining
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Regarding problems being faced by farmers due to the lack of a legal Minimum Support Price (MSP) for various crops

SPECIAL MENTION (ZERO HOUR) · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Session 7

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Farmers' WelfareMinimum Support Prices
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Union Budget - Demand for Grants to Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

BUDGET (GENERAL) · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Session 7

Agricultural InsuranceAgricultural ProductsAgricultural ResearchCoconut Development BoardCold StorageEnvironmental ImpactFarmer TrainingFishery
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18th Lok Sabha · Records dated 2024-07-26 to 2026-08-12

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Depletion of Price Stabilisation Fund Corpus

UNSTARRED · CONSUMER AFFAIRS, FOOD AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 4007 · Session 8

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Involvement of Public Representatives in Review of PM-KUSUM

UNSTARRED · NEW AND RENEWABLE ENERGY · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 3953 · Session 8

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Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

UNSTARRED · FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 3794 · Session 8

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Access to Sports Infrastructure and Training

UNSTARRED · YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 3483 · Session 8

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Rising Caesarean Deliveries

UNSTARRED · HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 3390 · Session 8

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Credit Access and Support for Women Entrepreneurs in MSMEs

UNSTARRED · MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES · Lok Sabha Secretariat · Question 3043 · Session 8

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Dhule election results 2024 live updates: Congress' Bachhav Shobha Dinesh wins

The Times of India

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Dhule Election Result 2024 Live Updates: Congress' Bachhav Shobha Dinesh Has Won This Lok Sabha Seat

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Dhule Election Result 2024 LIVE Updates Highlights: Bachhav Shobha Dinesh of INC Wins

News18

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05 / CONTACT & ACCESS

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Delhi / present correspondence address
802, Saraswati Apartments, Dr. B.D. Marg, New Delhi 110001
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Permanent correspondence address in official biography
Dhanvantri Hospital, 78/1A, Dutta Nagar, Peth Road, Panchavati, Nashik, Maharashtra 422003
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Contact numbers published by Parliament
Tels : 09823298886, 09822036111(M)
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When was Bachhav Shobha Dinesh born?

The cited biography records 29 September 1959.

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Where was Bachhav Shobha Dinesh born?

Dhule.

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What education is recorded for Bachhav Shobha Dinesh?

LCEH Maharashtra Council of Homeopathy, Mumbai.

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What professional background is recorded for Bachhav Shobha Dinesh?

Doctor.

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What is the earliest dated public role listed for Bachhav Shobha Dinesh?

26-Feb-1992 - 15 years: Corporator,Nashik Municipal Corporation. This is the earliest dated entry in the cited record, not necessarily the first public role.

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Which parliamentary record does this profile follow?

Bachhav Shobha Dinesh is listed in the Lok Sabha record for Maharashtra. Read the linked membership source for the office and its scope.

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07 / PLAIN-LANGUAGE ANSWERS

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Who is Bachhav Shobha Dinesh?

Bachhav Shobha Dinesh is listed as Lok Sabha MP for Dhule, Maharashtra.

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