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Lalan Singh

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Who is Lalan Singh?

Rajiv Ranjan Singh, popularly known as Lalan Singh, is an influential Indian politician from Bihar and a prominent leader of the Janata Dal (United) or JD(U). He won the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Bihar's Munger seat with 550,146 votes out of 1,139,081 total votes, or 48.3 per cent of vote share, his main opponent Rashtriya Janata Dal candidate Kumari Anita secured 41.2 per cent of vote share. Under the recently formed govt after the 2024 LS polls Lalan Singh has been appointed as the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, he also holds the portfolio of Ministry of Panchayati Raj under this regime.
 
Educational Background
Lalan Singh completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from T.N.B. College, Bhagalpur University. He then pursued a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the same university, which provided him with a strong foundation in legal and legislative matters.

Political Background
He has held various significant positions within the party and government, including being elected as a Member of Parliament from the Munger constituency. Lalan Singh has been a key figure in Bihar politics, known for his close association with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his role in the state's political strategies and developments.
 
Born in the Begusarai district of Bihar, Lalan Singh pursued his education at Patna University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and later a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. His educational background in law has been instrumental in shaping his political career, providing him with a deep understanding of legislative processes and governance. Before becoming a central figure in JD(U), he was actively involved in state politics and held various leadership roles that contributed to his political acumen and influence.
 
Lalan Singh has been a vocal advocate for development and social justice in Bihar. He has played a pivotal role in policy formulation and implementation, focusing on issues such as infrastructure development, education, and rural upliftment. His legal expertise has been crucial in navigating complex political and legislative challenges, making him a key asset to the JD(U) leadership.

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