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Who is Virendra Kumar?

Virendra Kumar is an Indian politician from Madhya Pradesh who has held significant positions in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian government. Kumar won the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Madhya Pradesh's Tikamgarh constituency with 715,050 votes out of 1,098,390 total votes or 65.1 per cent of vote share, while his main opponent Indian National Congress candidate Khuman Ahirwar managed to secure 28.38 per cent of vote share. Virendra Kumar retains the positions of Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment under the newly formed govt after the 2024 LS polls.

Educational Background
Born in the Tikamgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, Kumar completed his education at the University of Sagar, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation for his political career.
 
Political History
He has served as the Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment. Kumar's contributions have been pivotal in shaping social justice policies and welfare programs in India. Kumar was first elected as an MLA and has held various leadership roles within the BJP, including serving as the party's Madhya Pradesh unit president.
 
Kumar's focus on social justice and development has been a hallmark of his political career. He has been actively involved in policy-making related to education, healthcare, and social welfare, reflecting his commitment to improving the lives of marginalized communities. His leadership and legislative efforts have been instrumental in advancing the BJP's agenda on social reforms and ensuring the effective implementation of welfare programs in his constituency and beyond.

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