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Arup Roy

b. 1956

Member of the Legislative Assembly

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About Arup Roy

Born 1956. Arup Roy is an Indian politician.

Arup Roy is an Indian politician. He was a cabinet Minister in Charge of Co-operations department, of Government of West Bengal between 2011 and 2026. He was also an MLA, elected from the Howrah Madhya constituency in the 2011 West Bengal state assembly election. He had been re-elected in 2016,2021 and 2026 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election. He is the District president of Trinamool Congress from Howrah.

In June 2026 Roy was elected as chairperson of Trinamool Congress by a rebel group.

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Important facts

Born
16 October 1956, West Bengal
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
India
Positions held
Member of the 17th West Bengal Legislative Assembly, Member of the 16th West Bengal Legislative Assembly, Member of the 15th West Bengal Legislative Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Arup Roy?

Member of the Legislative Assembly

When was Arup Roy born?

Arup Roy was born on 16 October 1956 in West Bengal.

What is Arup Roy's occupation?

Arup Roy is a politician.

What nationality is Arup Roy?

Arup Roy is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arup Roy

· Wikidata: Q4802290

· DBpedia: Arup Roy

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