Tejasvi Surya is a prominent Indian politician and Member of Parliament, representing Bangalore South since the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. His journey from lawyer to parliamentarian is marked by both significant achievements and notable controversies.
Wiki/Biography
Tejasvi Surya was born on November 16, 1990 (age 34 as of 2024) in Karnataka’s Chikkamagaluru district. His astrological sign is Scorpio. He completed his schooling at Sri Kumaran Children’s Home and earned his law degree from the Bangalore Institute of Legal Studies. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his legal and political career.
Physical Appearance
Tejasvi Surya maintains a well-groomed public image. His physical attributes include:
- Height: 5’9″
- Weight: 70 kg
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
Tejasvi Surya hails from a Brahmin family. His father’s name is Suryanarayana, and his mother’s name is Rama. Further details about siblings are not publicly available.
Wife
On March 6, 2025, Tejasvi Surya married Sivasri Skandaprasad, a Carnatic singer. The wedding ceremony took place at a private resort near Bengaluru.
Career
Tejasvi Surya’s career path transitioned from law to politics. He practiced law at the Karnataka High Court and worked as an associate at Haranahalli Law Partners in Bangalore. His involvement in student politics began with the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), where he served as secretary until 2016.
He subsequently rose through the ranks of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), the BJP’s youth wing, becoming the Karnataka unit’s general secretary in 2016. His successful entry into national politics solidified with his landslide victory in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Bangalore South. He secured a comfortable margin again in the 2024 elections, retaining his seat.
Controversies
Throughout his career, Tejasvi Surya has been embroiled in several controversies:
- A 2014 tweet expressing reservations about women’s reservation in parliament led to accusations of misogyny.
- His role in organizing the “Mangalore Chalo” rally in 2017, a protest against the killing of an RSS member, sparked further debate.
- In 2019, his comments framing the Lok Sabha elections as a test of patriotism generated criticism.
- Other controversies include his remarks about the Congress party and accusations made against him.
- A complaint was filed in November 2024 regarding a social media post about a farmer’s suicide, later found to be inaccurate.
Favourites
Tejasvi Surya’s preferences reveal a diverse range of interests:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Pani Puri, Idli Sambhar, Vada Pav |
| Actor | Duniya Vijay |
| Actress | Alia Bhatt |
| TV Shows | Mr. Bean, Prison Break, How I Met Your Mother |
| Sports | Cricket, Football |
Facts
Beyond his political career, Tejasvi Surya’s involvements include:
- Founding and Presidency of ‘Arise India,’ a youth leadership development trust.
- A past role as a columnist for India Facts (2013-2014).
- Participation in a young leadership program in the UK (2017).
- Co-founding the ‘Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence’.
- Mentorship from the late Ananth Kumar and his wife.
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