Prem Singh
| Prem Singh | |
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 Gold Man of Bihar Prem Singh.jpg | |
| Born | 5 June 1981 Basudeopur, Bihiya, Bhojpur, Bihar, India |
| Other names | Gold Man of Bihar |
| 🏫 Education | 10th pass, District School Bhojpur (1995) |
| 💼 Occupation | Businessman, contractor, social worker |
| Known for | Wearing several kilograms of gold jewellery |
| 🏛️ Political party | Janata Dal (United) |
| 👩 Spouse(s) | Punam Singh |
| 👶 Children | 1 daughter (Nandani) |
| 👴 👵 Parents |
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Prem Singh (born 5 June 1981), popularly known as the Gold Man of Bihar, is an Indian businessman, contractor and social worker from Bihar. He is widely known for wearing several kilograms of gold jewellery in public and for his gold-plated motorcycle, which have made him a viral personality in media reports.[1][2]
Early life and education
Prem Singh was born on 5 June 1981 in Basduopur village in Bihiya, Bhojpur district of Bihar.[1] He completed his schooling up to the 10th standard from District School, Bhojpur, in 1995.
Career
Prem Singh is a businessman and contractor based in Patna.[3] He gained public attention for wearing heavy gold jewelry, which reportedly weighs several kilograms and is valued at ₹6 crore (US$830,000) of rupees.[1][3] He is also known for riding a gold-plated Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle, which has been featured in multiple media reports.[4]
Public image
Prem Singh is popularly referred to as the “Gold Man of Bihar” due to his distinctive appearance with heavy gold chains, bracelets, rings and other ornaments.[1] Reports state that he often carries gold jewellery worth several crores of rupees while moving in public, which has made him a viral personality on social media.[1]
Social activities
Prem Singh has been associated with local charity, assistance to poor people, youth support activities, and participation in religious events in his area. He has also been felicitated at religious and public functions.[5]
Political views
Prem Singh is known to be a supporter of Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar and associated with the Janata Dal (United) in a supportive capacity.
Personal life
Prem Singh resides in Shastri Nagar, Patna. He is married to Punam Singh and has one daughter, Nandani.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "Gold Man of Bihar walks streets wearing gold worth nearly Rs 6 crore". ABP Live.
- ↑ "Gold man of Bihar is the real 'Khatron ke Khiladi'". The Hindu.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Bihar goldman Prem Singh". ETV Bharat.
- ↑ "Golden Man of Bihar has golden Bullet". News18 Hindi. June 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Gold Man of Bihar felicitated at Sri Durbar Sahib". Jagran.
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