Early Life and Education
Yashomati Chandrakant Thakur was born on May 17, 1974. She hails from a political family; her father, Bhayyasaheb Thakur, was a prominent political figure. Yashomati pursued law and later became an advocate, which laid the foundation for her political career.
Political Career
Yashomati Thakur is a member of the Indian National Congress (INC). She has been elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the Teosa Assembly Constituency in Maharashtra multiple times, securing victories in 2009, 2014, and 2019. Her consistent wins in Teosa highlight her strong connection with the constituency and her effective leadership.
She has held several key positions in the INC, including serving as the All India Congress Committee (AICC) Secretary for Karnataka state affairs and later for Amravati, Maharashtra. Her roles within the party reflect her growing influence and responsibility.
Major Achievements
Yashomati Thakur’s tenure as the Cabinet Minister for Women and Child Development in Maharashtra from 2019 to 2022 under the Uddhav Thackeray-led Mahavikas Aghadi government is notable. In this role, she implemented various policies aimed at improving the welfare of women and children in the state.
Key Political Initiatives
- Women Empowerment Programs: She launched various schemes to support women’s education, healthcare, and entrepreneurship.
- Child Development Initiatives: Her ministry worked on improving child nutrition and education, aiming to reduce malnutrition and increase school enrollment rates. (IndianExpress)
Contributions
Yashomati Thakur has been an active voice in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, advocating for the rights and welfare of her constituents. She has led protests and voiced her opinions on various issues, including demanding the arrest of Sambhaji Bhide over remarks on Mahatma Gandhi (Lokmat Times).
Social Media
Personal Life
Yashomati Thakur is known for her dedication to her family and her strong sense of community. She often attributes her political success to the support and influence of her father, Bhayyasaheb Thakur.
Work
Yashomati Thakur’s legacy is marked by her commitment to social welfare and development. As she continues to serve in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, her future prospects include furthering her influence within the INC and potentially taking on more significant roles in state or national politics.
New ST buses should be made available in Amravati district, Yashomati Thakur appeals to Chief Minister. (Navbharatlive)
Yashomati Thakur writes to CM requesting WFH for female govt employees. (Business world)
She demanded that Transgenders should also get the benefit of Ladli Behan scheme in the state. (Latestly)