Party : Bharatiya Janata Party
Age (in 2026): 52
Spouse/Father Name: Late Bijan Kumar Ghosh (Father) / Sudipa Choudhury (Spouse)
Votes: Total 120,760, Won by 73,192 Votes
Address: Guru Saday Dutta Road, Bharat Nagar, Ward No.- 24, Siliguri, Darjeeling, Pin-734006
Email: shankar.darjeeling@gmail.com
Mobile Numbers: +91-9434048896, +91-7501648895
Profession: Teacher & MLA
Spouse Profession: Information Technology Professional
Education: Degree Of Doctor Of Philosophy (Science) In Botany, North Bengal University, Year 2013
Total Assets: Rs. 1,68,95,040 (Movable: Rs. 28,95,040.73, Immovable: Rs. 1,40,00,000)
Liabilities: Rs. 8,00,205.41
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShankarGhoshBJP
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shankarghoshbjp
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshankarghosh
Brief Biography and Political Journey
Dr. Shankar Ghosh is a prominent, deeply grounded grassroots leader and the current MLA representing the Siliguri constituency in West Bengal. Known for his public-friendly approach, he has cultivated a strong connection with his constituents by consistently stepping out of his office and directly into the neighborhoods he serves. With a Ph.D. in Botany from North Bengal University, his analytical background strongly informs his hands-on approach to urban development, local infrastructure, and improving day-to-day civic amenities for the people of Siliguri.
Dr. Ghosh’s political journey reflects a steady commitment to the community over mere party lines. Having transitioned from the CPI(M) to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prior to the 2021 assembly elections, he proved his immense local popularity by winning the Siliguri seat and subsequently serving as the BJP's chief whip in the state assembly. In the 2026 elections, his deep-rooted bond with the public was reaffirmed when he secured a massive mandate, defeating his closest rival by an overwhelming margin of over 73,000 votes. For anyone in Siliguri facing local challenges, Dr. Ghosh is widely regarded as an accessible and empathetic leader ready to lend a helping hand.