Dr. Janak Raj | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly | |
| Assumed office 8 December 2022 | |
| Succeeded by | 16 August 1979 |
| Constituency | Bharmour Assembly constituency |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 16 August 1979 |
| Nationality |  Indian |
| Political party |  Bharatiya Janata Party |
| Spouse | Dr. Kiren |
| Children | 1 Son and 1 Daughter |
| Parent | Ravinder Kumar (father)[1] |
| Residence(s) | Village Savanpur, Bharmour. Chamba-176 315. |
| Alma mater | Benaras Hindu University Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital Jawahar Navodya Vidyalaya Shegaon |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Doctor |
Dr. Janak Raj is the current MLA for the Bharmour constituency in the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly. He was elected at the December 2022 Legislative Assembly election.[2][3]
Raj is uncle of Thakur Singh Bharmouri in relation whom he defeated Indian National Congress leader and former minister.[4]
Janak Raj is a neurosurgeon by profession. He served as the medical superintendent of Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Shimla.[5]
Early Life and Family
Born on 16th August 1979, in Bharmour, Distt. Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, Janak Raj is the son of Smt. Reshmo Devi and Shri Ravinder Kumar. He received his early education at Jawahar Navodya Vidyalaya in Sarol, Distt. Chamba, and later at Jawahar Navodya Vidyalaya in Shegaon, Maharashtra, under the National Integration Programme.
Educational Achievements
Janak Raj holds degrees in MBBS, MS (General Surgery) from IGMC Shimla, and M.Ch. Neurosurgery from Benaras Hindu University, showcasing his dedication to the medical field.
Professional Career
Before opting for Voluntary Retirement on 18th October 2022 from the Medical Education Department (H.P. Government), Janak Raj held various positions, including Medical Officer (2009-2014), Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery (2014-2019), Associate Professor in Neurosurgery (2019-2021), Professor in Neurosurgery (2021-2022), and Senior Medical Superintendent at IGMC (2018-2022).
Family Life
Married to Dr. Kiran, Janak Raj is a proud father of one son and one daughter. The couple shares a life dedicated to medical practice.
Political Involvement
Janak Raj ventured into politics and was elected to the State Legislative Assembly in December 2022. He has been nominated as a Member of the Public Accounts & Ethics Committees, contributing his expertise to governance.
Special Interests
Janak Raj has a special interest in the health sector, education, and tribal affairs, reflecting his commitment to community welfare.
Academic Contributions
In addition to his medical practice, Janak Raj has published 12 research papers in national and international indexed journals, showcasing his scholarly contributions to the field.
Hobbies and Interests
Janak Raj's favorite pastime includes reading and exploring new things, reflecting a curiosity and intellectual engagement beyond his professional commitments.
Languages Known
Fluent in Hindi, English, and Marathi, Janak Raj's linguistic versatility enhances his communication skills.
Additional Information
Throughout his academic journey, Janak Raj actively participated in co-curricular activities, serving as the School Captain in 1998 and later as the President of the College during his MBBS years in 2003-2004.
Janak Raj emerges as a multifaceted individual, blending a successful medical career with a commitment to public service, education, and community development.
References
- ↑ "Dr. Janak Raj(Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP)):Constituency- BHARMOUR (ST)(CHAMBA) - Affidavit Information of Candidate:". myneta.info. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ↑ "Bharmour Election Result 2022LIVE: BJP के DR. JANAK RAJ की हुई जीत, AAP के PARKASH CHAND रहें दूसरे नंबर पर". ABP News Hindi (in Hindi). 8 December 2022. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ↑ "Dr. Janak Raj". Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ↑ Thakur, Naresh K (9 December 2022). "Neurosurgeon, U'khand ex-CS son among five first-time winners". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 3 January 2023.
- ↑ Goyal, Divya (6 November 2022). "Himachal's 'Doctor ji' BJP candidate writes prescriptions on campaign, hopes to fix 'diseased system'". The Indian Express. Retrieved 3 January 2023.