Dinesh Sharma
| Dinesh Sharma | |
|---|---|
| Mayor | |
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In office 2012–2016 | |
| Preceded by | Incumbent |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 January 1964 |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| Occupation | Professor |
Dinesh Sharma is the mayor of Lucknow, the capital of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. On 16 August 2014 he became the National Vice President of Bharatiya Janata Party.
Political career
He was first elected as Mayor of Lucknow in 2008. He stood for re-election in 2012 and defeated his nearest rival, Neeraj Bora of the Indian National Congress by over 1.71 lakh votes.[1]
Academic career
Sharma joined the University of Lucknow in 2004. He is a professor in the commerce department.[2][3]
References
- ↑ "Dinesh Sharma takes oath as Lucknow Mayor". Indian Express. 15 July 2012. Retrieved 10 October 2012.
- ↑ "LIST OF PROFESSORS". University of Lucknow. Retrieved 10 October 2012.
- ↑ http://archive.indianexpress.com/news/dinesh-sharma-takes-oath-as-lucknow-mayor/974658/
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