Early Life and Education
Sandhya Ray is an Indian politician affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), representing the Bhind constituency in Madhya Pradesh as a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha.
Born on January 4, 1974, in Kamra, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, Sandhya Ray is the daughter of Sabharam Tainguriya and Ram Katori Bai Tainguriya. She pursued higher education, earning a Master of Arts (M.A.) and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Jiwaji University, Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal, and Government State Level Law College, Bhopal.
Political Career
Ray’s political journey began in 2000 when she was elected as the President of the Farmers’ Market (Mandi Adhyaksh) in Ambah, Morena district, a position reserved for women that year. She then served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the Dimani constituency in Madhya Pradesh from 2003 to 2008. In 2019, she was elected to the 17th Lok Sabha, representing the Bhind constituency. She secured re-election in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, defeating Indian National Congress candidate Phool Singh Baraiya by a margin of 64,840 votes.
Major Achievements
As the first female Member of Parliament from Bhind, Ray has been a trailblazer for women’s representation in the region. Her election marked a significant milestone, inspiring increased female participation in politics.
Key Political Initiatives
Ray has focused on rural development, women’s empowerment, and agricultural advancement in her constituency. She has advocated for improved infrastructure, better educational facilities, and enhanced healthcare services in Bhind. Her efforts include promoting schemes that support farmers and initiatives aimed at uplifting women’s socio-economic status.
MP Sandhya Ray, along with North Central Railway Jhansi senior officer Mr. Sudhir Kumar, inspected the development works under the Amrit Yojana at Bhind Railway Station. Key projects reviewed include the construction of a goods warehouse, an overbridge, and platform improvements.
Contributions
MP initiated the distribution of 66 medical mobile units to serve specially backward tribal areas under the ‘PM Jan Man’ campaign. This initiative aims to improve healthcare accessibility and provide essential medical services in remote regions.
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Personal Life
Sandhya Ray is married to Suman Ray, with whom she has two sons and a daughter. Her personal experiences and professional background as an advocate and agriculturalist have significantly influenced her political agenda and commitment to public service.
Legacy and Future Prospects
Ray’s election as the first female MP from Bhind has set a precedent for women’s participation in politics in the region. Her focus on grassroots development and social welfare initiatives positions her as a promising leader with the potential to make significant contributions to her constituency and the nation.
Promises and Future Commitments
During her tenure, Ray has pledged to enhance infrastructure development, improve educational facilities, and ensure better healthcare services in Bhind. She has also committed to supporting agricultural advancements to benefit local farmers. These commitments are reflected in her public addresses and social media communications.
The Central Government’s farmer-friendly policies have led to an 80% increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for barley in 2025-26 compared to 2013-14. This initiative ensures fair crop prices for farmers and strengthens their economic condition.
The MP met Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari to discuss the expansion of Gwalior-Bhind-Etawah National Highway No. 719 (old No. 92). They reviewed the project’s current status and DPR, urging the commencement of the six-lane expansion work. Shri Gadkari directed officials to expedite the process. Other regional issues were also addressed during the meeting.
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