Gokula Nanda Mallik
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Gokula Nanda Mallik

Date of Birth January 05, 1976
Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Position / Role Minister of State (Independent Charge) in the Government of Odisha,Member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly

Biography

Gokula Nanda Mallik is an Indian politician from the state of Odisha. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and currently serves as a Member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, representing the Polasara constituency in Ganjam district.

In June 2024, Mallik assumed office as a Minister of State (Independent Charge) in the Government of Odisha. He was entrusted with key departments including Fisheries and Animal Resources Development, as well as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. He took oath on 12 June 2024 at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar, alongside Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The oath of office was administered by Governor Raghubar Das, in the presence of several prominent national leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.



Mallik was born to Ananta Mallik. He completed his higher education with a Graduate degree in Arts (+3) from Maharshi College of Natural Law. Before entering full-time politics, he was involved in business activities.

Known for his involvement in regional development and governance, Gokula Nanda Mallik has emerged as an active political figure in Odisha, contributing to policy implementation and administrative responsibilities in his ministerial roles.

Career Timeline

  • Born: 1976
  • Hometown: Ganjam district, Odisha
  • Parent: Ananta Mallik
  • Grew up in a rural–semi urban social environment of Ganjam, which later shaped his interest in public service, livelihoods, animal resources, and small businesses.

🎓 Education

  • Graduate +3 (Arts) from Maharshi College of Natural Law
  • Student life exposure to social issues and grassroots realities influenced his later political journey.

💼 Professional Background

  • Worked as a businessman before entering full-time politics.
  • Practical experience with small enterprises later aligned closely with his MSME ministerial portfolio.

🏛️ Political Affiliation

  • Member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
  • Active at the grassroots level in party organization in Ganjam district for several years before contesting elections.

📅 Career Timeline

Pre-2024 — Grassroots Political Work

  • Built organizational presence for BJP in Polasara and nearby regions.
  • Worked with local communities, farmers, small traders, youth groups, and self-help groups.
  • Established reputation as a constituency-level leader.

4 June 2024 — Elected as MLA

  • Elected to the Odisha Legislative Assembly from Polasara constituency.
  • Predecessor: Srikanta Sah
  • Marked BJP’s strengthening base in Ganjam district.

12 June 2024 — Inducted into Odisha Council of Ministers

  • Took oath at Janata MaidanBhubaneswar.
  • Oath administered by Governor Raghubar Das.
  • Sworn in alongside Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
  • Ceremony attended by:
    • PM Narendra Modi
    • HM Amit Shah
    • DM Rajnath Singh
    • CMs of 10 BJP-ruled states

June 2024 – Present — Minister of State (Independent Charge)

In the Government of Odisha handling:

  1. Fisheries & Animal Resources Development
    • Livestock development
    • Dairy, poultry, fisheries upliftment
    • Support to farmers and rural livelihoods
  2. Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME)
    • Promotion of small industries
    • Rural entrepreneurship
    • Self-employment and skill-linked enterprise growth

🗳️ Constituency Profile — Polasara

  • Located in Ganjam district
  • Mix of rural economy, agriculture, animal husbandry, and small trade
  • His ministerial roles directly align with constituency needs

👤 Personal Profile

AspectDetails
PartyBJP
ProfessionPolitician, Business
EducationGraduate +3 (Arts)
ParentAnanta Mallik
Birth Year1976
RegionGanjam, Odisha

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