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[ MP ]
Kota Srinivas Poojarthy
Kota Srinivas Lacchhi Poojarthy
Sunday, November 15, 1959
shrinivaspoojari53@gmail.com
9448327964
Udupi
He is a seasoned politician, has contributed significantly to Karnataka’s political landscape. As a BJP leader, he has championed social welfare initiatives and held key ministerial portfolios. His recent victory in the 2024 elections as an MP reflects his continued influence in state politics
Kota Srinivas Poojarthy is current MP from Udupi []. He belongs to Bharatiya Janata Party [ BJP ].
Kota Srinivas Poojarthy is current MP from Udupi []. He belongs to Bharatiya Janata Party [ BJP ].
- Kota Srinivas Poojary has held several crucial posts in Karnataka politics. He was first elected to the Karnataka Legislative Council for a term from 6 January 2010 to 4 January 2016, representing the Dakshina Kannada Local Authorities Constituency. He was re-elected for the term from 6 January 2016 to 5 January 2022.
- During the tenure of the previous cabinet under Chief Minister B. S. Yediyurappa, he handled various portfolios:
- Minister of Muzrai from 20 August 2019 to 28 July 2021.
- Minister of Ports & Inland Transport and Minister of Fisheries from 20 August 2019 to 21 January 2021.
- Minister of Backward Class Welfare from 21 January 2021 to 28 July 2021.
- He served as the Leader of Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Council from 7 February 2018 to 26 July 2019.
- In the 2024 elections, Kota Srinivas Poojary won as a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Udupi Chikmagalur constituency.
- As a BJP leader, he has been actively involved in social welfare and community development.
- He also served as the COVID-19 Management District in-charge Minister for Kodagu.
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