Vivek Gupta
MLA for Jorasanko
Vivek Gupta
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in Politics: A timeline
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A LOOK BACK ON THE PAST DECADE
Member, Hindi Advisory Committee
Vivek Gupta is an Indian politician from the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) selected as a Member of Hindi Advisory Committee in 2010.
Member, Committee on Industry
Vivek Gupta is an Indian politician from the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) selected as a Member of Committee on Industry
Member, Committee on Food, Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution
Vivek Gupta is an Indian politician from the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) selected as a Member of Committee on Food, Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution.
Member, IISERs Council
Vivek Gupta is an Indian politician from the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) selected as a Member of IISERs Council.
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In Politics
Vivek Gupta’s political career reflects his focus on addressing key national issues and advocating for his constituency. As an MLA for the Jorasanko Constituency and a former Rajya Sabha Member (2012-2018), Gupta has played an active role in various legislative reforms.
Key Contributions as MP, Rajya Sabha
- Tea Industry: Gupta strongly opposed the decision to shift the tea headquarters from Kolkata to Guwahati, advocating for Kolkata’s long-standing role in the industry.
- Army Helmets: He held the government accountable for supplying substandard helmets to army personnel, ensuring corrective measures were taken.
- Jute Ministry Issues: Gupta made several mentions in Parliament regarding the challenges faced by the jute sector, a crucial industry in West Bengal.
- Flood Relief Advocacy: After the 2015 West Bengal floods, he demanded immediate relief for the affected population.
- National Holidays Demand: He sought national holidays on the birthdays of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Swami Vivekananda to honor their legacies.
Zika Virus Prevention: He worked on initiatives to prevent the spread of the Zika virus in India.
Positions Held
- 2010 – 2012: Member, Hindi Advisory Committee
- 2012 – 2018: Member, Committee on Industry
- May – Aug. 2012: Member, Committee on Food, Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution
- Aug. 2012 – May 2014 and Sept. 2014 onwards: Member, Committee on Industry
- Dec. 2012 – March 2016: Member, IISERs Council
- Oct. 2013 – May 2017: Member, National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction
- July 2014 onwards: Member, Committee on Official Language
- Sept. 2014 onwards: Member, Committee on Papers Laid on the Table
- Dec. 2014 – Feb. 2015: Member, Select Committee of Rajya Sabha on the Payment and Settlement Systems (Amendment) Bill, 2014
100-Day Highlights as MLA, Jorasanko
Infrastructure:
- Introduced state-of-the-art equipment for the demolition of the inoperative Vivekananda Flyover to ensure public safety and smoother transit routes.
Community:
- Focused on law and order, resulting in a significant reduction in the crime rate in Jorasanko.
- Addressed illegal parking and encroachment issues, ensuring smoother traffic flow.
- Collaborated with Kolkata Municipal Corporation to tackle water-logging and improve drainage systems.
- Engaged with educational institutions like Victoria College to make education more accessible to students.
Distributed Fast&Up ORS to frontline workers in hospitals and police stations like Girish Park, Posta, Burrabazar, Bowbazar, and Amherst Street.
Environmental Initiatives:
- Initiated the plantation of 650+ trees in Jorasanko, with key spots like Naransen Square, Chaltabagan, and Satyanarayan Park.
- Installed 200 trash cans across all 11 wards of Jorasanko to promote cleanliness.
- Distributed over 1000 disposal bags in various wards (including 37, 38, 39 and 41) and police stations for proper waste management during Eid-Ul-Zuha.
Yaas Cyclone Relief:
- Distributed relief materials such as 700+ cartons of water, 300kg+ rice, 50kg+ onions, 200+ cartons of cakes, 350+ cartons of biscuits and 1000+ tarpaulins across all wards in Jorasanko.
Set up safe homes in locations like Megh Chatri, City College, and Amherst Street to provide shelter to those affected
Key Infrastructure and Sanitation Projects Under the BEUP Fund
Sanitation Facilities
- Reconstruction of bustee privy and ancillary work at Singhi Bagan Lane, Ward No. 41
- Installation of new sewerage pipeline system from 9 to 13, Tara Chand Dutta Street, Ward 43
- Installation of new sewerage pipeline system from start to end point at Kalu Ghosh Lane, Ward 27
- Installation of new sewerage pipeline system from start to end point at Bholanath Pal Lane, Ward 25
- Additional fund allocated for sewerage system development in Kalu Ghosh Lane, Ward 27
Water Supply Improvements
- Fresh water supply development at Shib Kristo Lane, Ward No. 25
- Fresh water supply system improvement from 22, Surya Sen Street to 15, Radha Nath Mullick Lane, Ward No. 40
- Additional funding for fresh water supply development at Shib Kristo Lane, Ward No. 25
Road and Passage Development
- Development of passage with paver block at Colootoal Lane, Ward No. 43
- Road and passage development from 16, Damzen Lane to 8, Srinath Babu Lane, Ward 43
Beautification and Lighting
- Installation of 3 mini masts with floodlights at Zakaria Street, Damzen Lane, and Ballai Dutta Street, Ward No. 43
- Decorative lighting arrangements and other electrical work at A.P.C. Road and additional sites, Ward No. 37
- Beautification of the south-western corner of Marcus Square (approx. 950 sqm), Ward No. 39
Healthcare Support
Purchase of ALS ambulance for the Kolkata Municipal Corporation to support medical emergencies.
In Journalism
Sanmarg Foundation Trustee
Sanmarg Foundation is a non-profit organisation devoted to the service and welfare of society, with a particular emphasis on education, healthcare, and disaster relief. Over the years, the Foundation has demonstrated a consistent commitment to providing support in times of crisis and fostering educational opportunities. Some of its notable contributions include:
Sanmarg Foundation has been committed to making a real difference in people’s lives, focusing on education, healthcare, and support during times of crisis. Here’s a glimpse of some of our key contributions:
Education Initiatives: During the pandemic, we worked closely with the West Bengal Government to keep over 1.6 million Hindi-medium school students connected to learning.
Healthcare Support: We’ve extended aid worth over ₹8.4 lakh to organizations like the Institute of Neurosciences and Asia Heart Foundation, supporting critical medical care.
Disaster Relief: In times of national crisis—from the Gujarat Earthquake to Bihar Floods, the Indian Ocean Tsunami, and Cyclone Laila—we have stepped in, contributing more than ₹50 lakh to relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Support for the Underprivileged: Sanmarg Foundation regularly donates to causes that protect cows, assist with healthcare, and uplift disadvantaged communities.
Cultural and Spiritual Aid: We believe in the power of community and spirituality, and have extended our support to organizations like ISKCON and Satsang Sadan.
Scholarships and Educational Support: With contributions exceeding ₹50 lakh, we have provided scholarships for hundreds of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring their path to education remains open.
In Public Life
Vivek Gupta is the elected Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the Jorasanko Constituency, representing the All India Trinamool Congress Party since 2021. He has served as a Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha (2012-2018). Over the years, Mr. Gupta has held leadership roles in various advisory committees of prominent organisations, while actively contributing to social welfare through several initiatives.
Mr. Gupta is also the Editor and Publisher of Sanmarg, the leading Hindi daily newspaper in Eastern India, with a circulation exceeding 200,000 and a readership of over one million across states including Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland and the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The newspaper house has a digital wing boasting of a global e-paper, a website in 29+ international and regional languages as well as an active follower base on its digital platforms.
Mr. Gupta holds prominent roles in several industry and media organisations. He is a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulation (ABC), an international body that audits circulation data for select newspapers and periodicals. He also serves on the Media Accreditation Committee, a government body responsible for accrediting journalists. Additionally, he is the Vice President of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) and the Indian Language Newspaper Association (ILNA), both of which work to promote and protect the interests of the print media industry. His involvement extends to key business institutions such as the Bengal Chamber of Commerce, Bharat Chamber of Commerce, Indian Chamber of Commerce, and the global Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), where he supports the growth of businesses and entrepreneurship. He has served as the President, MCCI.
Beyond his contributions to media and commerce, Mr. Gupta is deeply committed to social welfare. As President of the Kashi Vishwanath Seva Samity, he leads efforts to provide clean drinking water to millions. He is also a trustee of the Sanmarg Foundation, a non-profit organisation that has provided scholarships to thousands pf students for higher education besides donating over 2.5cr in disaster relief over its lifetime. His work with Nagrik Swastha Sangha, where he served as President, focuses on disaster relief, free medical services, and eye-care initiatives.
Further extending his impact, Mr. Gupta is a Founder Member of the International Vaish Foundation, a global network for the Vaish community, and serves as Vice President of the All India Marwari Federation, which addresses the diverse needs of the Marwari community. He also serves as President of Mr. Vishudanand Saraswati Vidyalaya, Kolkata’s first Hindi-medium school affiliated with the WBCHSE, which has produced eminent figures such as former RBI Governor Bimal Jalan and industrialist G.D. Birla.
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- Address: 160 B, C.R. Avenue, Kolkata – 700007
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- Phone: +91 9830222232
- Email: events@sanmarg.in
- Address: 160 B, C.R. Avenue, Kolkata – 700007