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Shreyasi Singh: Bihar's New Minister, Ace Shooter, and Gold Medalist
Shreyasi Singh, a famous shooter who won a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, has been made a minister in the Bihar government.
She comes from a political family and has been elected as an MLA twice from Jamui.
Shreyasi Singh, a BJP leader, was sworn in as a minister in the Bihar Cabinet on November 20, 2025
She is an ace shooter who won a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games
Singh is a two-time MLA from Jamui, elected consecutively in 2020 and 2025
She is the daughter of former Union Minister Digvijay Singh and former Parliamentarian Putul Kumari
Singh joined the BJP in 2020 and is part of the Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government
- Who
- Shreyasi Singh
- What
- Sworn in as a minister in the Bihar Cabinet
- Where
- Bihar, India
- When
- November 20, 2025
- Why
- After being elected as an MLA for a second consecutive term
Supporters of Shreyasi Singh
Critics of Shreyasi Singh
Political Experience
Supporters of Shreyasi Singh
Singh has proven political acumen, winning two consecutive MLA elections.
Critics of Shreyasi Singh
Singh lacks extensive political experience, having only served two terms as an MLA.
Sports Background
Supporters of Shreyasi Singh
Singh's athletic background demonstrates discipline and dedication, which could translate to her role as a minister.
Critics of Shreyasi Singh
Singh's focus may still be on her sports career, potentially impacting her ministerial duties.
Key facts
- Age
- Not specified
- Political Party
- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
- Constituency
- Jamui
- Parents
- Digvijay Singh (father), Putul Kumari (mother)
- Sports Achievements
- Gold medal at 2018 Commonwealth Games, Silver at 2014 Commonwealth Games, Bronze at 2014 Asian Games
Quotes
Shreyasi Singh
Bihar cabinet minister and former sportsperson
“I express gratitude towards the people of Jamui and my family members. The Cabinet, which took oath today, comprises both youth and experienced leaders.”
financialexpress.com
Sources
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