Umar farooqui
Umar Kamaal Farooqui | |
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| File:Barrister Umar Farooqui.jpg Barrister Umar Farooqui | |
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| Born | June 26, 1992 Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Political party | Indian National Congress |
| Other political affiliations | Nationalist Congress Party (until 2024) |
| Spouse(s) | Zakiyya Nakhuda |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents | Kamaal Farooqui, Nasreen Begum |
| Residence | Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India |
| Alma mater | Lincoln’s Inn (Barrister-at-Law), University of Law (LLM), University of Central Lancashire (GDL), Maulana Azad College (BBA, MBA), MGM University (Diploma in TV Journalism) |
| Occupation | Politician, Barrister |
Umar Kamaal Farooqui (born 26 June 1992) is an Indian politician and barrister from Aurangabad, Maharashtra. He is associated with the Indian National Congress and previously served as the State Spokesperson of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Maharashtra.[1]
Early life and education
Farooqui was born in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, to Kamaal Farooqui and Nasreen Begum. His family has longstanding political and social ties in the Marathwada region.
He completed his schooling at Holy Cross English High School in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad). Farooqui holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Maulana Azad College, along with a Diploma in TV Journalism from MGM College of Journalism and Mass Communication.
He pursued a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) at the University of Central Lancashire and a Master of Laws (LLM) in Legal Practice from the University of Law, Manchester Campus. Farooqui was called to the Bar of England and Wales by Lincoln’s Inn, London.
Political career
Farooqui began his political involvement in 2010 through the student wing of the Nationalist Congress Party, where he served as Vice President of the Maharashtra State unit.
In 2018, he was appointed as the State Spokesperson for the NCP in Maharashtra, making him one of the youngest political spokespersons in the country. Farooqui represented the party in various media debates and discussions on regional and national issues.
In 2024, prior to the Maharashtra state elections, Farooqui joined the Indian National Congress along with his father, senior politician Kamaal Farooqui.[1][2][3]
Farooqui is noted for his efforts to promote educational and socio-political awareness in the Marathwada region and has been active in public welfare initiatives since 2010.[4]
Personal life
Farooqui married Zakiyya Nakhuda in 2013. The couple has two children and resides in Aurangabad, Maharashtra.
Recognition
- First Barrister-at-Law from Lincoln’s Inn, London, from the Marathwada region.
- Facilitated international collaboration and the first bilateral partnership between Greater Manchester and the Government of Maharashtra.
- Identified as one of the youngest legal professionals to transition into active politics in the state.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024: Veteran leader Kamaal Farooqui rejoins Congress". Deccan Herald. 2024-12-20. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
- ↑ "'It's time for a homecoming': Why Kamaal Farooqui is returning to the Congress". Newslaundry. 2024-10-21. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
- ↑ "Maharashtra: Kamaal Farooqui rejoins Congress after 20 years". The Siasat Daily. 2024-10-19. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
- ↑ "Congress unites MVA by securing key rebel withdrawals, strengthening alliance for Maharashtra polls". Channel6 Network. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2025-10-27.
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