PERSONAL INFORMATION
Profession(s): Politician, Journalist, Writer, Film Producer
Famous For: Being the spokesperson of the Shiv Sena
Date of Birth: 15 November 1961 (Wednesday)
Age (as of 2024): 63 Years
Birthplace: Alibag, Maharashtra
Zodiac sign: Scorpio
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Religion: Hinduism
Caste: Somvanshi Kshatriya Pathare [2] Wikipedia
Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian [3] MensXP
Marriage Date: 16 February 1993
Age: 63 Years
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EDUCATION
College/University: Dr Ambedkar College of Commerce and Economics, Wadala, Mumbai
Educational Qualification: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) [1] MyNeta
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Height (approx.): 5′ 7″ (170 cm)
Eye Colour: Black
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Married
Wife/Spouse: Varsha Raut (Teacher)
Children: Son – None Daughter(s) – 2 • Purvashi Raut • Vidhita Raut
Parents: Father – Rajaram Raut Mother – Savita Rajaram Raut
Siblings: Brother – Sunil Raut (Younger; Politician) Sister – None
Wife: Varsha Raut
MONEY FACTOR
Car Collection: Hyundai Accent (2004 model) [16] MyNeta
Assets/Properties (as in 2016)[17]MyNeta: Cash: 19,271 INR Bank Deposits: 8.16 lacs INR Agricultural Land: 3 lands worth 1.38 crores INR in Alibag, Maharashtra Residential Building: 1 flat worth 2.32 crores INR in Dadar, Mumbai Residential Building: 1 flat worth 1.10 crores INR in Goregaon, Mumbai
Salary (approx.): 1 lac INR + other allowances (as a Rajya Sabha MP)
Net Worth (approx.): 14.22 crores INR (as in 2016) [18] MyNeta
OTHER INFORMATION
Political Party: Shiv Sena
Political Journey: • Elected to the Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra in 2004. • Appointed as the leader of the Shiv Sena in 2005. • Appointed as a Member of the Committee on Home Affairs and a Member of the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Civil Aviation from October 2005 to May 2009. • Re-elected to the Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra in 2010. • Appointed as a Member of the Committee on Food, Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution, and the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Power in 2010. • Re-elected to the Rajya Sabha from Maharashtra in 2016. • Elected to the Rajya Sabha for the fourth term on 5 July 2022.
Address: Maitri, Friends Colony, Bhandup, Mumbai
Hobbies: Doing Social Service, Watching Sports, Watching Bollywood Movies
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Sanjay Raut, a prominent figure in Maharashtra’s political landscape, serves as the executive editor of Saamana, the official mouthpiece of the Shiv Sena party. With over 15 years of dedicated service, Raut’s contributions to the publication have played a pivotal role in shaping the party’s narrative and public discourse. His long-standing association with the Shiv Sena stems from his close ties to its founder, Bal Thackeray, where Raut not only acted as a loyal aide but also absorbed the ethos of the party. This intimate knowledge of Shiv Sena’s history and ideology paved the way for Raut’s emergence as a key voice in the party, particularly during critical junctures in Maharashtra’s political arena.
Raut’s influence transcended traditional media when he became intricately involved in the Bollywood film “Thackeray,” which chronicles the life of Bal Thackeray. His contributions were so significant that he was credited as the source of the story, affirming his deep understanding of Thackeray’s legacy. The film, featuring Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the titular role and Amrita Rao as his wife, not only resonated with Shiv Sena supporters but also showcased Raut’s ability to bridge politics and popular culture. In a testament to his keen judgment, Raut revealed that he chose Siddiqui to portray Bal Thackeray almost instinctively, recognizing the actor’s potential to embody the complexities of Thackeray’s character in a mere five minutes.
As a close confidante of Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, Raut has been a prominent spokesperson for the party, particularly during turbulent times. Following the Maharashtra Assembly Elections in November 2019, a significant rift emerged between the Shiv Sena and its former ally, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), over seat-sharing agreements and government formation. During this period, Raut emerged as one of the strongest advocates for a Shiv Sena Chief Minister, underscoring his commitment to the party’s vision and leadership aspirations in the state.
In recent years, Raut has also navigated the murky waters of political allegations. In June 2023, he filed a defamation suit against BJP leader Kirit Somaiya in the Mulund Magistrate court, asserting that Somaiya’s social media posts had unjustly accused him of involvement in various scams, including a significant allegation regarding a Rs 100 crore Covid centre scam. Raut contended that these defamatory statements had severely impacted his reputation, illustrating the often contentious nature of political rivalries in Maharashtra.
Following the declaration of the results for the 2024 Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha elections, Raut did not shy away from accountability. He convened a press conference where he attributed the Shiv Sena’s electoral defeat to the actions of former Chief Justice D. Y. Chandrachud, particularly pointing out delays in judgments concerning critical issues like disqualification due to defection. This not only highlighted Raut’s willingness to confront uncomfortable truths but also underscored his role as a strategic thinker within the party, continually seeking to navigate the challenging landscape of Maharashtra’s politics.
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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.
