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Ankit Anand (Bhojpuriya)
[edit]Ankit Anand (also known as Ankit Anand Bhojpuriya) is an Indian politician and social activist affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. He is a former district spokesperson and has been actively involved in civic advocacy, cultural activities, and public campaigns in the region.

Early life
[edit]Ankit Anand was born and brought up in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Limited public records are available about his education. He became associated with social work and public service at a young age.
Political career
[edit]Ankit Anand began his political journey as the media in-charge of the BJP’s Ghorabandha unit. He later served as district media in-charge and spokesperson for the party.[1]
He founded the Shiksha Satyagraha campaign for education reform and is involved with the Sanatan Utsav Samiti, a regional cultural organization.[2]
In 2016, Anand led a ghat-cleaning drive at a local lake for Chhath Puja, mobilizing community support through Bhojpuri Navchetna Manch.[3]
He also demanded the formation of District Police Complaint Authorities in Jharkhand in accordance with Supreme Court guidelines.[4]
Public advocacy
[edit]Ankit Anand has actively raised issues concerning civic management and governance:
- Questioned selective traffic enforcement targeting two-wheelers only.[5]
- Applauded local administration for restoring water supply after public complaints.[6]
- Raised concerns over substance abuse in public parks.[7]
- Protested corruption in law enforcement.[8]
- Called for transparency on smart meter and free electricity schemes.[9]
In a report by *Times of India*, he was quoted during local protests over water supply in Govindpur.[10]
Public engagements
[edit]He has participated in religious and cultural events in Jamshedpur. In November 2024, he congratulated newly elected MLA Purnima Sahu at a public function.[11]
Personal life
[edit]Ankit Anand resides in Jamshedpur. He is unmarried and maintains a public profile through political and cultural engagements.
References
[edit]- ^ "Ankit Anand nominated BJP's media in‑charge". The Avenue Mail. 9 December 2016. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Ankit Anand demands dissolution of Jamshedpur's Church School committee". The Avenue Mail. 23 September 2020.
- ^ "Labour of love before arghya". The Telegraph India. 3 November 2016. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Jamshedpur BJP leader Ankit Anand seeks formation of District Police Complaint Authorities". The Avenue Mail. 9 April 2025. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Why traffic checking limited to two-wheelers: Ankit Anand". Prabhat Khabar. 26 March 2025. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Govindpur water crisis resolved: Water supply restored". Bihar Jharkhand News Network. 17 December 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Jamshedpur park becomes hub for substance abuse". Live Hindustan. 27 May 2025. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Kadma SI suspended after BJP leader Ankit Anand's complaint". The News Blast. 1 March 2025. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Demand for white paper on electricity scheme". The Followup. 30 May 2025. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Tap water supply restored after 24 hours in JSR's Govindpur". The Times of India. 28 November 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2025.
- ^ "Jamshedpur BJP leader greets Purnima". Sharp Bharat. 24 November 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2025.