This comprehensive biography details the life and career of Supriya Sule, a prominent Indian politician.
Wiki/Biography
Supriya Sule entered the world on Monday, June 30, 1969, in Pune, Maharashtra (then Poona). A Cancerian, she completed her schooling at St. Columbus School, Pune. Her academic pursuits led her to earn a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Jai Hind College, Mumbai, followed by postgraduate studies in water pollution at the University of California, Berkeley. Following her education, she spent time in Indonesia and Singapore before returning to Mumbai.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’6″
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Husband
Supriya Sule hails from the Maratha ethnicity and belongs to the Other Backward Caste (OBC). It’s important to note that the Gazette of India clarifies that individuals with surnames like “Powar” or “Pawar” who don’t belong to this community are not included.
Her father, Sharad Pawar, is a highly influential politician and NCP founder. Her mother is Pratibha Pawar, and her cousin, Ajit Pawar, is another notable figure in Indian politics. She is married to Sadanand Sule, and they have two children: Revati Sule and Vijay Sule.
Politics
Supriya Sule’s political journey began with her election to the Rajya Sabha in 2006. In 2009, she secured a significant victory in the Baramati Lok Sabha Constituency, winning by a margin exceeding 3.36 lakh votes. Her commitment to youth involvement led her to launch the “Rashtravadi Yuvati Congress” in 2012, providing a platform for young women in politics. She subsequently won re-election to the Lok Sabha in both 2014 and 2019 from the same constituency.
In June 2023, she was appointed as a working president of the NCP by Sharad Pawar. Her recent success includes winning the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Baramati, defeating her sister-in-law, Sunetra Pawar, by over 1.55 lakh votes.
Controversies
Supriya Sule has faced several controversies throughout her career. One notable instance involved allegations of equity in City Corporation, a company that bid for an IPL team, while her father was the BCCI president. She denied any involvement, though news reports presented evidence suggesting otherwise.
Another incident involved an alleged harassment by a taxi driver in Mumbai. More recently, allegations surfaced of attempting to influence the 2024 Maharashtra assembly elections through the use of bitcoins, allegations she strongly denied.
Address
Pawar Bangla, Aamrai, Baramati, Maharashtra
Assets/Properties (as in 2019)
The following table shows Supriya Sule’s assets as declared in 2019:
| Asset Type | Value (INR) |
|---|---|
| Cash | 28,770 |
| Bank Deposits | 27.60 Crores |
| Jewellery (Gold) | 52.54 Lacs |
| Jewellery (Silver) | 2.67 Lacs |
| Jewellery (Diamonds) | 1.13 Crores |
| Agricultural Lands | 2.70 Crores |
| Non-Agricultural Lands | 1.03 Crores |
| Residential Buildings | 18.81 Crores |
Salary & Net Worth
As an MP, Supriya Sule’s salary includes a base salary of 1 lakh plus additional allowances. Her net worth in 2019 was reported to be 140.88 crores INR.
Facts/Trivia
- Following her Rajya Sabha election, she launched a significant campaign against female foeticide.
- She has a strong preference for street food and dhabas over upscale restaurants.
- Tina Ambani, wife of Anil Ambani, is one of her close friends.
- She is the owner of a dog named Luka.
