Early Life and Education
Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar was born on June 20, 1977, in Nilanga, Maharashtra. He pursued his education in Maharashtra, which laid the foundation for his future political career.
Political Career
Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar is a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Maharashtra. He has represented the Nilanga constituency in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly multiple times, first from 2004 to 2009, and then from 2014 onwards. He became the youngest MLA in Marathwada at the age of 27 when he first won the Nilanga constituency in 2004.
Ministerial Positions
- Minister of Labour, Government of Maharashtra (2016-2019): During his tenure, he focused on improving labor conditions and employment opportunities in the state.
- Minister of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Protection, Government of Maharashtra (2019): He served in this role for a brief period, focusing on consumer rights and food distribution.
Major Achievements
As a minister, Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar initiated several projects to promote skill development and entrepreneurship in Maharashtra. His notable achievements include launching initiatives to improve employment opportunities through skill training programs and vocational courses for the youth. He played a significant role in implementing schemes that aimed to empower local industries and agriculture in his constituency.
Key Political Initiatives
MLA Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar announced initiatives from the Annasaheb Patil Economic Backward Development Board aimed at supporting Economic Backward Classes within the Maratha category and other groups lacking separate development corporations. He encouraged needy citizens to take advantage of these schemes and urged anyone facing difficulties to contact their nearest BJP office for assistance.
Controversy
BJP MLA Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar criticized Congress leader Amit Deshmukh during a public meeting in Latur, stating, “Those who could not make a road in their own constituency think of leading the district.” He highlighted Deshmukh’s failure to provide funds for Nilanga and accused him of misappropriating water resources.
Social Media
Personal Life
He is married and has children. His family background and political heritage have played a significant role in shaping his political ideology and commitments.
Promises and Future Commitments
MLA Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar conducted an inspection tour of various restoration works supervised by the Department of Archeology, aimed at bringing the Shaktipeth Sri Neelkantheshwar Temple in Nilanganagari back to its ancient form. This initiative underscores Nilangekar’s commitment to preserving and enhancing the cultural heritage of the region.
MLA Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar has formally requested the District Collector to conduct a panchnama (official assessment) of crops damaged by heavy rainfall. This statement aims to ensure that affected farmers receive the necessary support and compensation for their losses.
MLA Sambhaji Patil Nilangekar inspected the Masalga medium project dam alongside relevant officials to assess its technical and safety features. This inspection aims to ensure the dam’s integrity and operational safety for the benefit of the local community.