Ramesh Jigajinagi is one of the most popular leaders and politicians from Vijayapura, Karnataka and that can be seen by his multiple re-elections in the look sabha.
He was born in Bijapur (Vijayapura) in Karnataka on 28 June 1952 in a scheduled caste family. His father Chandappa Jigajinagi was a farmer and his mother Bouramma Jigajinagi a housemaker.
Ramesh Jigajinagi got good support from the people of Bijapur due to his hard work. He has done a lot of social work and fulfilled his responsibilities as a politician.
Ramesh Jigajinagi Education
Ramesh Jigajinagi completed his degree in BA in 1974 from Uthirna New Arts College, Karnataka Vishwavidyalaya, Dharwad, and later completed his master’s degree.
Ramesh Jigajinagi Family
| Family Member | Details |
|---|---|
| Father | Shri Chandappa Jigajinagi |
| Mother | Smt. Bouramma Jigajinagi |
| Spouse | Smt. Shoba Jigajinagi |
| Children | 2 sons |
| Anand Ramesh Jigajinagi (active in politics) | |
| Vinod Ramesh Jigajinagi (businessman) |
Ramesh Jiganjinagi Political Career Timeline
In his early political career, Ramesh Jigajinagi was in the Indian National Congress and later he joined the BJP and won the 12th Lok Sabha election from Bijapur constituency.
Not once, but he was re-elected four consecutive times from 1998 to 2014 which clearly shows his popularity. In 2016 he was appointed as the Minister of State for Drinking Water and Sanitation.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1972 | Joined the Indian National Congress. |
| 1983 | Elected to the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. |
| 1998 | Elected to the 12th Lok Sabha from Bijapur constituency (BJP). |
| 1999 | Re-elected to the 13th Lok Sabha. |
| 2004 | Re-elected to the 14th Lok Sabha. |
| 2009 | Re-elected to the 15th Lok Sabha. |
| 2014 | Elected to the 16th Lok Sabha. |
| 2016 | Appointed Minister of State for Drinking Water and Sanitation. |
| 2019 | Re-elected to the 17th Lok Sabha. |
Ramesh Jiganjinagi Biography
Here is a brief biography of Ramesh Jiganjinagi:
| Full Name | Ramesh Chandappa Jigajinagi |
| Date of Birth | June 28, 1952 |
| Birthplace | Atharga, Bijapur, Karnataka, India |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts from BLDEA’s New Arts College, Bijapur |
| Political Party | Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) |
| Constituency | Bijapur, Karnataka |
| Positions Held | Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) |
| Minister of State for Drinking Water and Sanitation (2016-2019) | |
| Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly | |
| Political Career | First elected to Karnataka Legislative Assembly in 1983 |
| Elected to Lok Sabha multiple times (1998, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014, 2019) | |
| Key Contributions | Advocated for rural development and sanitation projects |
| Worked on issues related to water resources and agriculture | |
| Awards & Honors | Recognized for contributions to social justice and rural development |
| Personal Life | Married to Kalavathi Jigajinagi |
| Two children |
Ramesh Jigajinagi Net Worth
Here is the net worth of Ramesh Jigajinagi including his assets and liabilities as per the data for 2024:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Assets | ₹50,41,22,985 (₹50.41 crore) |
| Movable Assets | ₹3,75,78,566 (₹3.75 crore) |
| Immovable Assets | ₹46,65,44,419 (₹46.65 crore) |
| Liabilities | ₹16,00,000 (₹16 lakh) |
Movable Assets Breakdown:
- Cash: ₹52,000
- Deposits in Banks: ₹11,76,000
- Bonds, Debentures, Shares: ₹2,95,69,494
- Personal Loans/Advances: ₹51,07,872
- Motor Vehicles: ₹13,00,000
- Jewelry: ₹3,73,200
Immovable Assets Breakdown:
- Agricultural Land: ₹43,01,44,419
- Residential Buildings: ₹3,64,00,000
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