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Saayoni Ghosh

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Nationalist Citizen Party of India (NCPI)
Member of Parliament, Jadavpur Constituency
West Bengal
Written & Reviewed by: PNW Editorial Team
Last Updated: July 11, 2026
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Profile Summary

  • Saayoni Ghosh is a high-profile Indian politician, cultural youth icon, and celebrated actress serving as the Member of Parliament for the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency in West Bengal.
  • Representing the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), she achieved a resounding victory in her debut 2024 Lok Sabha campaign.
  • In June 2026, she shifted political alignments, joining a prominent 20-MP block to merge with the Nationalist Citizen Party of India (NCPI).
  • She previously served as the National President of the All India Trinamool Youth Congress, driving large-scale student outreach.
Source: ECI, ADR MyNeta, Tollywood Express political files

About Saayoni Ghosh

Saayoni Ghosh’s rapid political ascent illustrates the impactful integration of contemporary cinematic popularity with intense grassroots party mobilization. Born on 23 January 1993 in Kolkata, she developed an early career as an articulate and critically acclaimed actress in the Bengali film and television industry, known for her vocal public views on social justice. In early 2021, she formally entered politics by joining the Trinamool Congress and was immediately deployed to contest a challenging assembly battle in Asansol South. Recognizing her exceptional communication skills, Mamata Banerjee appointed her as the National President of the Trinamool Youth Congress in mid-2021. In 2024, she successfully retained the strategic Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for her party. In parliament, she has championed youth employment frameworks, urban arts funding, and tech equity. In June 2026, she joined a historic legislative realignment, signing the formal split from Trinamool to join the NCPI.

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Education

2009
Secondary Schooling from Maheshwari Girls' School, Kolkata
2011
Higher Secondary Certificate from Kolkata
2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Heramba Chandra College, University of Calcutta

Political Journey

2021
Formally joined AITC; Contested Asansol South assembly seat
2021
Appointed National President of All India Trinamool Youth Congress
2024
Elected to the 18th Lok Sabha from Jadavpur
2026
Split from AITC to merge with NCPI

Positions Held

  • 2021 - 2024
    National President, Trinamool Youth Congress
  • 2024 - Present
    Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha)

Election History

Election Constituency Year Result Votes Vote % Margin
Assembly Jadavpur 2021 Lost 73402 41.12% 4,210
Lok Sabha Jadavpur 2024 Won 710231 47.28% 1,24,019

Assets & Liabilities (As per recent Affidavit)

Total Assets ₹ 1.65 Crore
Movable Assets ₹ 95 Lakhs
Immovable Assets ₹ 70 Lakhs
Total Liabilities ₹ 23 Lakhs
Figures are self-declared in election affidavits and are not independently audited by Peoplenetworth Team.

Major Policies & Initiatives

  • Youth Creative Incubators: Spearheading the establishment of state-funded digital media and creative arts learning hubs for local municipal students
  • Urban Environment Overhauls: Launching intensive water-body restoration and smart urban rainwater tracking networks in the Jadavpur suburbs
  • Youth Employment Legislation: Drafting parliamentary demands for enhanced minimum stipends for technical vocational trainees
  • Women Transit Safety: Setting up comprehensive, CCTV-linked late-night transit booths across high-density commuter terminals

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Saayoni Ghosh?

Saayoni Ghosh is an Indian politician, acclaimed former actress, and Member of Parliament representing the Jadavpur constituency.

Which party is she currently associated with?

Following a major legislative realignment in June 2026, she split from the AITC to merge with the Nationalist Citizen Party of India (NCPI).

What organizational role did she hold in Trinamool Congress?

She served as the National President of the All India Trinamool Youth Congress, succeeding Abhishek Banerjee in that position.

What was her professional background before entering politics?

She was a prominent actress in Bengali cinema, theater, and television, known for her sharp public communication.

What is her educational background?

She holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree completed from Heramba Chandra College under the University of Calcutta system.