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Ramanath Rai
Indian politician
B. Ramanath Rai | |
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B. Ramanath Rai during a public event | |
| In office 20 May – 15 May | |
| Governor | Vajubhai Vala |
| Succeeded by | R.
Shankar |
| In office – | |
| Preceded by | N. Shiva Rao |
| Succeeded by | B. Nagaraja Shetty |
| Constituency | Bantwal |
| In office 25 May – 15 May | |
| Preceded by | B.Current designation meaning in hindiMangaluru : Senior politician and six-times MLA from Buntwal assembly constituency in Dakshina Kannada district B Ramanatha Rai has announced retirement from electoral politics after being in public life for over3 decades, he faced defeat at the hands of the BJP twice -in and Although our party suffered a slight setback in the district, we formed the government in the state. He said that he will always work for the people as he has done in the past. Ramanatha Rai said that we will introspect about the defeat in the election, this time the margin of my defeat is less, We in the Congress party are confident that the voters will be favourable to Congress in the coming elections. Rai said that he is confident that the Congress will get more seats in the district in Lok Sabha elections, followed by Taluk Panchayat and Grama Panchayat elections.Nagaraja Shetty |
| Succeeded by | U. Rajesh Naik |
| Born | Bellipady Ramanath Rai () 13 September (age72) Perne, Mysore State, India |
| Political party | Indian National Congress |
| Spouse | Shrimathi Dhanabagya Ramanath Rai |
| Children | Charishma R.
Rai (daughter), Chaithradeep R. Rai (son) |
| Residence(s) | "Shrishaila," Kallige, Bantwal, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka |
| Alma mater | Mangalore University |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Known for | Public welfare and cooperative initiatives |
B Ramanath Rai (born 13 September ) is an Indian politician affiliated with the Indian National Congress (INC).
He is a six-time member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, having represented the Bantwal constituency in the years , , , , , and [1]
Over his political career, Rai has contested nine elections under the Congress Party symbol, winning six of them and serving Karnataka for over 30 years.
Rai has held multiple ministerial portfolios in the Government of Karnataka, including:
- Minister of State for Home (Prisons, Fire Force, and Home Guards) and Excise (–): Under Chief Minister M.
Veerappa Moily, Rai focused on modernising prison facilities and enhancing fire safety measures across the state.[2]
- Cabinet Minister for Transport, Ports, and Fisheries and Dakshina Kannada District In-charge (–): In the cabinet of Chief Minister S. M. Krishna, Rai worked on improving transportation infrastructure and fostering sustainable development of Karnataka's ports and fisheries.[3]
- Minister for Forest, Ecology, and Environment and Dakshina Kannada District In-charge (–): As part of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's government, Rai implemented environmental conservation policies and developmental programs to uplift marginalised communities.[4]
With the trust of the Congress Party high command, Rai has been instrumental in implementing numerous welfare initiatives, focusing on the upliftment of the poor, downtrodden, and women.[5]
Early Life and Education
Ramanath Rai was born on 13 September in Perne, a village in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka (then part of Mysore State).
He belongs to the Bunt community. Rai holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Mangalore University.[6]
Political Career
B.
Designation meaning hindi Disclaimer: This information is an archive of the candidate's self-declared affidavit that was filed during the elections. The current status of this information may be different. For the latest available information, please refer to the affidavit filed by the candidate to the Election Commission in the most recent election. Print Profile. Educational Details Category: Graduate B.Ramanath Rai began his political journey with the Indian National Congress (INC) and was first elected to the Karnataka Legislative Assembly in , representing the Bantwal constituency. Over a political career spanning more than three decades, he has contested nine elections and emerged victorious six times, earning a reputation as a stalwart leader in Karnataka politics.
Ministerial Roles
Rai has held several key ministerial portfolios during his tenure:
1. Minister of State for Home (Prisons, Fire Force, and Home Guards) and Excise (–): Appointed in the cabinet of Chief Minister M. Veerappa Moily, he focused on modernizing prison facilities and enhancing fire safety measures across Karnataka.[7]
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Ramanath rai designation meaning Mangaluru: Former state minister and veteran Congress leader B Ramanath Rai on Tuesday announced his retirement from electoral politics, adding that he would remain an active member of the Congress. Addressing a press meet at the Congress Bhavan in Mallikatte, Mangaluru, Rai gave a word of thanks to all Kannadigas who had worked hard for the landslide victory of the Congress in the Karnataka Assembly elections. Stating that he had always followed the party rules, Rai said that, henceforth too, he would duly fulfil the duties he was assigned by the party leadership. The leader pointed out that he had, no doubt, lost the elections from Bantwal constituency this year, but received a greater number of votes than the last elections. He added that the Congress would analyse the party performance, especially in the case of defeat, in the elections.Cabinet Minister for Transport, Ports, and Fisheries (–): Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. M. Krishna, Rai worked to improve Karnataka's transport infrastructure and promote sustainable development of ports and fisheries.
3. Minister for Forest, Environment, and Ecology (–): Serving in Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's cabinet, he implemented significant environmental conservation policies and addressed ecological challenges in the state.[8]
Throughout his ministerial career, Rai has been recognized for his commitment to inclusive development, particularly initiatives benefiting rural communities, women, and the underprivileged.
His leadership in Dakshina Kannada District as its In-charge Minister has been credited with fostering regional growth and maintaining communal harmony.
Contributions to the Congress Party
Rai has held significant positions within the INC and its affiliate organisations:
- Founder of the Mangalore University College Students' Union.
- Organiser of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) in Dakshina Kannada District.
- President of the Bantwal Taluk Youth Congress Committee and District Youth Congress Committee for over a decade.
- District Congress Committee (DCC) President of Dakshina Kannada (–), where he led the Congress to win seven out of eight seats in the Karnataka Assembly elections.
- Vice President of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) since
- Member of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) as of
Cooperative Movement
Rai has been a staunch advocate of cooperative institutions.
He served as:
- President of the Bantwal Taluk Land Development Co-operative Bank (–).[9]
- President of the Bantwal Credit Co-operative Society.
Personal Life
Rai resides in "Shrishaila," Kallige House, in his home constituency of Bantwal. He is married to Shrimathi Dhanabagya Ramanath Rai and has two children, Charishma R.
Rai and Chaithradeep R. Rai.[10]
Retirement
In May , Rai announced his retirement from electoral politics, emphasizing his desire to focus on mentoring younger political leaders and strengthening the party at the grassroots level.[11]