Shah Faruk Anwar
Deputy Mayor of Dhule Municipal Corporation
In office
2013–2016
Member of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly
Assumed office
24 October 2019
Preceded byAnil Gote
ConstituencyDhule City
Member of Maharashtra State Board Of Waqf
Assumed office
December 2021
Personal details
Born3 June 1973
Dhule
Political party All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen
Other political
affiliations		NCP (2013–2017)
Residence(s)Plot no.6, Gajanan Colony, Gaffur Nagar, Tal.Dist. Dhule.
Websitehttp://www.farukshah.com

Shah Faruk Anwar is an Indian politician in the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen party. He was elected as a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Dhule City on 24 October 2019. Former Deputy Mayor Dhule Municipal Corporation[1][2][3] He won the 2019 assembly elections by 3307 votes against independent candidate Rajwardhan. Member of Maharashtra State Board Of Waqf.

Shah has been elected as the MLA of Dhule City in the 14th Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra. Dhule City, with a population comprising over 30% from the minority community, witnessed a historic win as a Muslim candidate emerged victorious after 85 years.[4]

Early life

Political career

In the 2019 Maharashtra state assembly elections in Dhule City, Shah of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) party secured a noteworthy victory with 46,679 votes, accounting for 28.93% of the total vote share. His performance marked a significant increase of 26.53% in votes compared to the previous election. This outcome signaled a shift in local political dynamics and reflected his growing influence and popularity among constituents, contributing to his promising political career.[5]

Shah's party affiliations have been diverse throughout his political journey. He was associated with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) from 2013 to 2017, before joining the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) in 2019, where he continues to be an active member. His political career reflects his adaptability and willingness to align with various parties to best serve his constituents.

Position held

Notable work

See also

References

  1. ^ "Maharashtra election result 2019: Full list of winners constituency wise". The Indian Express. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
  2. ^ "Maharashtra Results: Full list of winning candidates". India TV. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
  3. ^ "Owaisi's AIMIM Wins 2 in Maharashtra, Announces Arrival in Bihar". The Quint. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 25 October 2019.
  4. ^ "Farooq Shah of AIMIM wins in Dhule City of Maharashtra". ummid.com. 28 September 2023. Archived from the original on 17 November 2019. Retrieved 28 September 2023.
  5. ^ "Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Election, 2019". Election Commission of India. Retrieved 2 February 2022.

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