- Tarsem Jodhan (Ex MLA)
- Tarsem Jodhan** is an Indian politician who served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Qila Raipur constituency in the state of Punjab from 1992 to 1997. During his tenure, he was known for his advocacy for the downtrodden and peasants, and for his efforts in combating police atrocities. He gained a reputation for his pro-people stance and his active fight against corruption, communalism, and anti-people policies of the government.
- Political Career
- Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Tarsem Jodhan was elected as an MLA from the Qila Raipur constituency in Punjab in 1992, representing Communist Party of India (Marxist). He won the election against the Congress candidate, Gurdev Singh Lapran. His tenure as an MLA was marked by significant activism and efforts to improve the lives of his constituents.He lost from Parkash Singh Badal in 1997 by around 10,000 votes. He stood second, Simranjit Mann third with approximately 14,000 votes and Jagdev Singh Jassowal of Congress party fourth with around 5500 votes.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
1. **Advocacy for Downtrodden and Peasants**: Jodhan worked tirelessly for the upliftment of the downtrodden and peasants. He supported various initiatives aimed at improving their socio-economic conditions and ensuring their rights.
2. **Fighting Police Atrocities**: During his tenure, Jodhan was at the forefront of fighting against police atrocities. He stood up for the victims and advocated for justice and fair treatment.
3. **Pro-People Stance**: Known for his pro-people stance, Jodhan was actively involved in fighting against corruption and anti-people policies of the government. He was a vocal critic of policies that he believed were detrimental to the welfare of the common people.
4. **Combatting Corruption and Communalism **: Jodhan was also known for his strong opposition to corruption and communalism. He worked towards creating a transparent and accountable governance system.
Early Life and Education
Tarsem Jodhan was born on April 2, 1950. He pursued his education up to B.A. 2nd year. Jodhan’s involvement in political activism began during his student years, joining the student movement in 1972. He served as the State President of the Students Federation of India (SFI) for two years and later became the State Secretary of the Naujwan Sabha Punjab. His activism led to his imprisonment from October 8, 1972, to December 20, 1972, and again for a month starting January 25, 1974. During the Emergency period in India, he was targeted under the Defense of India Rules (DIR). Jodhan was born on 2nd April at village Jodhan District Ludhiana in the state of Punjab. He has three brothers and two sisters. His father’s name is Sh. Dev Raj. His wife name is Smt. Jasbir Kaur. He has two Children Navdeep Jodhan and Amandeep Kaur. Izarra Jodhan is his grand daughter.
Political Affiliation
Tarsem Jodhan was associated with Communist Party of India (Marxist) till 2001. Currently, he is not a member of any political party
Personal Life
Dr. Jasbir Kaur (Spouse) Navdeep Jodhan (Son) Amandeep Kaur (Daughter) Izarra Jodhan (Grand daughter)
Legacy and Impact
Tarsem Jodhan's contributions as an MLA have left a lasting impact on his constituency and the people he served. His efforts in advocating for the downtrodden, fighting police atrocities, and opposing corruption and anti-people policies have been widely recognized and appreciated.
Social Media
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tarsem.jodhan?mibextid=LQQJ4d) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tarsemjodhan?igsh=MW5tc3RtenR3ODE3cw==)
- References
- [Election Commission of India: Punjab Legislative Assembly Election Results](#) - [Punjab Legislative Assembly Official Website](#) - [News Articles and Reports on Tarsem Jodhan's Work](#)
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