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Anupriya Patel
Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, IndiaBirth DetailsApril 28, 1981 | Kanpur
NationalityIndian
LeaguePolitician
EducationBA, Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University; MBA, Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj University, Kanpur
Anupriya Patel’s Journey so far ...
Before you go ...
- When her father and the founder of the Apna Dal passed away and the party was divided, Anupriya Patel took over the reins of the Apna Dal (Sonelal) as its president
- She contested in the 2012 Uttar Pradesh (UP) Assembly elections, representing the Rohaniya constituency in Varanasi, and was elected to the state legislative
- Patel became a Member of Parliament (MP) in 2014 after winning the Lok Sabha elections from the Mirzapur constituency in UP. During her first term in the Lower House, she served as a member of the Committee on Empowerment of Women, Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Road Transport, Highways and Shipping, and the Standing Committee on Petroleum and Natural Gas. She was later appointed to the Committee on Welfare of Other Backward Classes as a member
- In April 2015, she was appointed to the Railway Convention Committee (RCC) as a member
- In July 2016, during the Narendra Modi government’s first term in the Centre, she was made the Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare
- Patel was re-elected to the Lok Sabha for a second term in 2019. This time, she was put in charge of the Standing Committee on Energy, Committee on Petitions, the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA) and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas’ Consultative Committee as a member
- In the 2021 Cabinet reshuffle, Patel was one of the 7 new women ministers who were inducted into the Union Cabinet. She was given charge as the Minister of State for Commerce and Industry
Before you go ...
- Her father Sone Lal Patel was a politician who founded the Apna Dal party in 1955
- Her husband Asish Patel is a member of the UP Legislative Council
- Patel largely works towards the upliftment of the backward classes in society
- Before becoming a politician, Patel was a professor at Amity University
Last Updated: 26/10/2021
Anupriya Patel News
ICC T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament: Six Indians feature in the list, Finals MOTM Kohli misses outThe ICC's 'Team of the Tournament' for the T20 World Cup features six Indians, including Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, but omits Virat Kohli despite his match-winning performance in the final against South Africa. India won their second title with a thrilling seven-run victory, while Afghanistan had three players in the XI.
Retirement benefit: Timely departure of big guns gives space to groom players for 2026 WCFinding replacements for these three match-winners in the playing eleven is bound to take time. But the transition phase will start as early as next week when a second-string Indian team faces Zimbabwe in five T20Is from July 6. Hardik Pandya, who has been rested from the series, is expected to succeed Rohit as the T20I skipper and will be tracking the progress of the fringe players during his well-deserved break.
NEET-UG exam irregularities: CBI arrests private school owner from GodhraThe CBI arrested me for NEET-UG malpractices at Jay Jalaram School. I was taken to Ahmedabad for remand and accused of demanding money to help candidates clear the test.
Axar Patel, lost amid established names and IPL stars, Team India's silent, underrated impact player in T20 WC triumphIn eight games and five innings, Axar ended with 92 runs at an average of 23.00 and a strike rate of 139.39, with the best score of 47. He also took nine wickets at an average of 19.22 and an economy rate of 7.86, with the best figures of 3/23.
Ind vs SA T20 Final: "My only belief was on Jassy bhai": Emotional Siraj commends Bumrah for his game-changing spell in T20 WC finalT20 World Cup Ind vs SA Final: After India's historic T20 World Cup win, Mohammed Siraj praised Jasprit Bumrah for his game-changing performance, securing India's first ICC T20 title in 13 years. With just 26 runs to defend in the final overs, Bumrah and Hardik Pandya turned the match around, with Bumrah achieving impressive figures of 2/18. Siraj expressed gratitude for being part of the victory after past disappointments. Axar Patel, crucial with both bat and ball, shared his pride and credited coach Rahul Dravid for fostering a pressure-free environment, helping him excel throughout the tournament.
Virat Kohli equals Babar Azam's record for most fifties in T20 InternationalsIn the final at Kensington Oval, my partnership with Rohit Sharma and resilient performance against South Africa's bowling attack were pivotal in India's competitive total. Despite early setbacks, our strategic approach and key partnerships ensured a solid foundation for the team's success.
When SKY fell on South Africa's world cup dreams: Watch the catch that gave India the T20 World CupIn the T20 World Cup final, India narrowly defeated South Africa by seven runs. South Africa needed 16 runs off the last over with David Miller at the crease. Hardik Pandya bowled, and Suryakumar Yadav made a stunning catch on the boundary, preventing a six.
Interviewers don't have access to candidate's quota info: UP GovtThe govt's replay came after Apna Dal (S) chief Anupriya Patel alleged bias against backward, scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) aspirants. The state government further said that if aspirants belonging to any category do not get the average qualification marks, then the commission does not have the right to change the unfilled vacancies into a different category and that these vacancies are "carried forward".
Virat Kohli hits his first half-century of T20 World Cup to resurrect India's inningsBefore the final, Virat Kohli struggled throughout the tournament but he made his presence felt after India lost three quick wickets. Kohli stitched the most important partnership with Axar Patel to revive India's innings.
Union Minister writes to UP CM over rejection of OBC, SC/ST candidates for govt postsAnupriya Patel urged the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister to address the rejection of OBC and SC/ST candidates for government posts, emphasizing the importance of fair recruitment processes and filling reserved positions with deserving candidates from marginalized communities.
Reserved vacancies in UP sometimes filled with General candidates: Anupriya Patel to UP CM YogiUnion minister Anupriya Patel has raised concerns about the recruitment process in UP government jobs, particularly those given through interviews. She claims reserved category vacancies are sometimes filled with general candidates, as no suitable reserved category candidate has been found. Patel, an OBC, argues that candidates from OBC/SC/ST categories have met the minimum qualifying criteria and are eligible for these posts.
Don't want to jinx it but there's a big one coming up: Rohit, Dravid back KohliRohit Sharma's emphasis on strategic gameplay, clear thinking, and the importance of staying composed under pressure has been pivotal in India's journey to the T20 World Cup finals. With a focus on maintaining a balanced approach and allowing batters to rely on their instincts, the team aims to deliver a strong performance in the upcoming crucial match.
Third Eye: YSRCP's support for Om Birla, the 'emergency boy,' and good friends in ParliamentIn recent political developments, the support extended to Om Birla for the post of Speaker by four YSRCP MPs has stirred tensions within the TDP.Meanwhile, BJP organised events across Karnataka on Wednesday, commemorating the challenges its leaders faced during the Emergency imposed 49 years ago. Additionally, the surprising camaraderie between Union Minister Anupriya Patel and NCP-SP MP Supriya Sule, despite their positions in opposing political factions, underscores a rare instance of bipartisan friendship in Parliament.
Salman Khan-Ameesha Patel getting married? 'Gadar' star responds to fan questionIn a recent AMA session on X (formerly Twitter), actress Ameesha Patel responded humorously to a fan's suggestion that she should marry Salman Khan, noting both are unmarried. She playfully asked if the fan's proposal was for a wedding or a film project. Ameesha also shared insights on social media, her career highlights, and her personal life, revealing that she is still searching for the right partner.
Babar Azam advised to claim 'conspiracy letter theory' by Pakistani politician after World Cup exitAfter Pakistan's early exit from the T20 World Cup 2024, PPP lawmaker Abdul Qadir Patel suggested that team captain Babar Azam should claim a conspiracy against him and wave a letter, echoing a tactic used by PTI founder Imran Khan. This proposal comes amid intense scrutiny of Babar's leadership following the team's unprecedented group-stage elimination.
Ayushi Patel's NEET plea based on 'forged documents' says Allahabad HC, social media users call for her 'arrest'The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition filed by NEET-UG aspirant Ayushi Patel after finding discrepancies in her claims regarding a damaged OMR answer sheet. Patel alleged the National Testing Agency (NTA) failed to declare her result due to a torn OMR sheet. However, upon court order, the NTA presented the original OMR sheet, which showed no damage. The court, terming it a case of "forged documents," dismissed the petition and said the NTA is free to take legal action.
What is Maya hiding in EastEnders? Here are the detailsFans are curious to know about a potential secret of Maya in the EastEnders. In an upcoming episode, fans will know if Jean will stumble upon Maya’s secret.
Gujarat Congress alleges GIDC land 'scam' in Bharuch; baseless, says BJP govtThe Gujarat Congress accused the state government of corruption in land allocation at two GIDC estates in Bharuch, claiming a scam worth Rs 2,000 crore. Congress leader Shaktisinh Gohil demanded an explanation from the BJP government, alleging plots were allotted at low rates without public auction, causing a massive loss to the state exchequer. The government refuted the allegations, stating the decision to reverse the estates' saturation status was made after industry bodies represented adequate unsold land, ensuring a transparent process in land allocation.
QSR chain Charcoal Eats gets ₹45 crore on its plateThe nine-year-old company has 40 doors, mostly cloud kitchens in Mumbai, Pune and Delhi-NCR and competes with Biryani by Kilo and Behrouz Biryani in the ₹6,000 crore biryani segment. For the past several years, biryani has been the most ordered dish on both Swiggy and Zomato, but the market is highly fragmented and unorganised.
T20 World Cup: Will Yuzvendra Chahal get a chance to play for India in Super 8s stage?Yuzvendra Chahal, a top T20 bowler with a record 205 IPL wickets, has yet to play for India in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Former player Sreesanth suggests his inclusion in India's playing eleven for the upcoming Super 8s stage in the Caribbean Islands.
Jaypee Infratech appoints Devang Pravin Patel as CFO; to delist company shares from boursesSuraksha Group takes control of Jaypee Infratech Ltd, appoints Devang Pravin Patel as CFO, and plans to delist shares from stock exchanges.
Rahul Gandhi taunts BJP, lists 'inheritor' ministersCongress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized BJP ministers in the third Modi government, accusing them of political positions through family inheritance. He highlighted the contrast between BJP's accusations of nepotism and their own family-oriented political ascendency.
Mudrex launches commission-free product ‘Earn’ for 50 cryptocurrenciesMudrex launches 'Earn' for passive income on 50 coins, aiming for steady returns without fees. Edul Patel, CEO & co-founder of Mudrex, said the Earn product is already gaining traction, attracting over 5,000 users.
After NCP's rejection of BJP offer, Shiv Sena 'unhappy' over MoS (independent charge)"Shiv Sena is an old ally of BJP. We were expecting one Cabinet seat besides MoS. We are the third largest ally of BJP. Other allies with far lesser seats have got Cabinet berths. Personally, I feel that we have been discriminated against in the Cabinet allocation," said Shrirang Barne, Shiv Sena MP from Maval constituency. He said "feelings" have been conveyed to Shinde.
Lok Sabha: Number of ministers from MP in Modi 3.0 remains same as second termIndia Council of Ministers: The number of ministers representing Madhya Pradesh in the new Narendra Modi government remains at six, consistent with the previous term. Notable inclusions are Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Savitri Thakur, and Durga Das Uikey. BJP workers celebrated Chouhan's appointment, expressing optimism for the state's representation in the central government. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and BJP chief VD Sharma thanked PM Modi for the representation.
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