Early Life and Education
Hiraman Khoskar was born on August 11, 1965, in a Koli family in Igatpuri, Maharashtra. Khoskar pursued his early education in his native village before becoming involved in social and political activities aimed at uplifting his community.
Political Career
- MLA Tenure: Hiraman Khoskar was elected as an MLA from the Igatpuri constituency in the 2019 Maharashtra Assembly elections.
- Party Affiliation: He is associated with the Indian National Congress (INC).
- Previous Affiliation: Interestingly, Khoskar began his political career with the BJP and was elected as a councillor from Deolali in 2017.
Major Achievements
One of Khoskar’s significant achievements is his ability to secure funds and development projects for his constituency. Despite the challenges, he has been instrumental in pushing for infrastructural improvements, including road construction and public amenities, which have greatly benefited the people of Igatpuri.
Key Political Initiatives
Congress MLA Hiraman Khoskar met with Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar to address the poor condition of the Nashik stretch of the Mumbai-Agra National Highway, which runs through his constituency. Khoskar highlighted the severe damage and its impact on local travel. Pawar assured that repairs would be expedited to resolve the issue. (TOI)
Controversy
Khoskar’s contributions go beyond legislative duties. He has actively participated in social initiatives aimed at poverty alleviation and has been a strong advocate for the rights of farmers. His work in promoting educational opportunities for underprivileged children has been widely recognized within his constituency. (TOI)
Congress MLA Hiraman Khoskar from Igatpuri has stated that he will contest the upcoming state assembly elections as an independent if denied a Congress ticket. Khoskar is under scrutiny for allegedly cross-voting in recent legislative council elections, making his chances of receiving a party ticket unlikely. Despite this, he remains confident in his ability to win as an independent candidate. (TOI)
Congress MLA Hiraman Khoskar criticized Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole over the results of the 2024 Vidhan Parishad elections, expressing frustration with Patole’s leadership. Khoskar suggested that Patole’s actions had caused dissatisfaction among party members and hinted that there might be repercussions if mistakes were made under his leadership. (Lokmat)
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Personal Life
Despite his political commitments, Khoskar remains deeply connected to his roots. He is a farmer by profession, which gives him a unique perspective on the issues faced by his constituents. His personal life reflects his commitment to simplicity and service, values that guide his political career.
Promises and Future Commitments
MLA Hiraman Khoskar successfully advocated for farmers in Igatpuri taluka who were denied crop insurance benefits despite crop damage. After meeting with Maharashtra Agriculture Minister Dhananjay Munde, it was confirmed that ₹55 crores will be deposited in farmers’ bank accounts by August 31st. However, Khoskar expressed concerns over the exclusion of Trimbakeshwar taluka from the benefits and criticized the arbitrary actions of crop insurance companies.
During the monsoon session of the Legislature, MLA Hiraman Khoskar raised several concerns on behalf of Nashik district farmers. He advocated for reducing fertilizer prices, ensuring uninterrupted power supply by increasing transformers, improving provisions in nationalized banks, and relaxing crop harvesting conditions. Khoskar also pushed for crop insurance companies to fully compensate farmers. Additionally, he emphasized the need to support tribal farmers by providing irrigation facilities, damage compensation, and access to loans to prevent their migration.
During the Monsoon Session, MLA Hiraman Khoskar addressed various constituency issues, including the need to relax conditions under the Ladki Bahin Yojana to benefit more women. He also urged the prompt resolution of matters related to MSEB (Maharashtra State Electricity Board) within his constituencies.
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