Early Life and Education
Shobhanaben Mahendrasinh Baraiya, born on June 9, 1973, in Majara, Gujarat, is a prominent Indian politician and a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). She currently serves as the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha constituency in Gujarat.
Details about Shobhanaben’s early life and education are limited in public records. She was born to Kansinh Makwana and Shardaben. On April 28, 1998, she married Mahendrasinh Baraiya. Her early experiences in Majara have significantly influenced her commitment to public service and community development.
Political Career
Shobhanaben’s political journey is marked by her dedication to public service and her alignment with the BJP’s principles. In the 2024 general elections, she contested from the Sabarkantha constituency and secured a decisive victory, succeeding Dipsinh Shankarsinh Rathod.
Major Achievements
As a newly elected MP, Shobhanaben has been proactive in addressing the needs of her constituents. She has been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, education, and healthcare services in Sabarkantha. Her commitment to these sectors reflects her dedication to the holistic development of her constituency.
Key Political Initiatives
Shobhanaben has shown a keen interest in promoting digital education. She participated in the Digital Education Leadership Series, where she discussed the importance of integrating technology into education to enhance learning outcomes. (Economic Times Government)
Sabarkantha MP Shobhanaben Baraiya has raised concerns over the collapsed service road from Shamlaji to Chiloda National Highway, which has deteriorated in just two to three months due to poor pavers and asphalt work, leading to potholes after the first rainfall. Additionally, waterlogging has become an issue on the National Highway, affecting areas like Himmatnagar. In response, MP Baraiya has written a letter to the National Highway Authority urging immediate action to repair the potholes and address the waterlogging problems. (TV9)
Contributions
Her contributions extend to various social and economic sectors. She has been an advocate for women’s empowerment and has worked towards creating opportunities for women’s participation in local governance and entrepreneurship.
MP Shobhanaben Baraiya recently inspected the progress of National Highway work in the Sabarkantha-Aravalli district, alongside local villagers and officials. She instructed the concerned authorities to expedite the road work. The MP had earlier proposed the construction of an underpass on NH-48 in key areas, including Prantij, Himmatnagar, and Bhiloda taluka. During her visit, she also examined the ongoing work on roads, bridges, and utility connections in Himmatnagar Municipality, urging officials to complete the work promptly. Once finished, the infrastructure improvements will enhance transportation for local residents.
MP Shobhanaben Baraiya recently had a productive discussion with Union Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw about railway expansion in the Sabarkantha-Aravalli constituency. They discussed extending the Himmatnagar to Khedbrahma railway project by 22 km to connect Khedbrahma to Hadad, improving access to the Ambaji pilgrimage site. They also reviewed the nearly completed electrification work from Udaipur to Ahmedabad and talked about introducing a Vande Bharat train service between Delhi, Ajmer, Udaipur, Himmatnagar, and Ahmedabad. Additionally, they discussed launching a new super-fast train from Mumbai to various cities, including Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, and more.
Social Media and Public Engagement
Personal Life
Shobhanaben is married to Mahendrasinh Baraiya, and they reside in Prantij, Sabarkantha, Gujarat. Her personal experiences and background have deeply influenced her empathetic approach to politics and her commitment to serving her community.
Promises and Future Commitments
Shobhanaben has pledged to enhance the quality of education in her constituency by promoting digital literacy and improving educational infrastructure. Her participation in discussions like the Digital Education Leadership Series underscores her commitment to this cause. (Economic Times Government)
MP Shobhanaben Baraiya has pledged her support for the Smart Gujarat initiative by installing a smart meter at her residence in Prantij. She encourages all citizens of the Sabarkantha-Aravalli district to participate by installing smart meters. Addressing misconceptions, she assures that the installation is free of cost and that the smart meter provides real-time electricity consumption data through a mobile app, offering accurate and transparent information to users.
MP Shobhanaben Baraiya recently inaugurated an overbridge near Sahakari Jin on NH-48. The new overbridge aims to improve traffic flow and provide better connectivity in the region.
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