Phani Bhusan Choudhury
Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) · Barpeta, Assam
- Age
- 74
- Terms served
- 1
- Declared assets
- ₹3.3 Crore
- Education
- Graduate
Background
Phani Bhusan Choudhury is an Indian politician representing the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) who currently serves as the Member of Parliament for the Barpeta Lok Sabha constituency. Before his election to the Lok Sabha in 2024, he had a long tenure in the Assam Legislative Assembly, representing the Bongaigaon constituency for eight consecutive terms starting in 1985.
Promise Tracker
0 fulfilled · 0 broken · 6 in progress · 0 unverified- In Progress
Enhance flood control measures and riverbank protection in the Barpeta region.
Infrastructure · Announced 2024-04-10
Flood control in Barpeta is an ongoing effort; riverbank protection works are being undertaken by the Brahmaputra Board and state government with central assistance.
- In Progress
Promote local agricultural development and support for farmers in Barpeta.
Agriculture · Announced 2024-04-10
Agricultural development in Barpeta is ongoing under PM-KISAN, PMFBY, and state schemes. Flood-resistant crop varieties are being promoted.
- In Progress
Advocate for the construction of a bridge over the Champavati River, a long-pending demand for the local area.
General · Source: https://assamtribune.com
The Champavati River bridge demand has been raised in Parliament; central funds for the bridge have been requested but formal sanction is awaited.
- In Progress
Ensure that government welfare schemes reach all eligible beneficiaries, including those from minority communities.
General · Source: https://assamtribune.com
PM-Kisan, PMAY, Ayushman Bharat are being delivered to eligible beneficiaries including minorities in Barpeta through DBT mechanisms.
- In Progress
Push for the inclusion of various communities in Assam into the Scheduled Tribe (ST) list.
General · Source: https://prsindia.org
The MP raised ST inclusion for specific Assam communities; the National Commission for ST has the matter under examination.
- In Progress
Support for railway projects and connectivity initiatives across Assam and the North Eastern Region.
General · Source: https://prsindia.org
North East railway connectivity is a central priority; Railway Budget 2024-25 and 2025-26 have allocated significant funds for Assam railway projects.
Controversies & Record
- No recorded controversies.
Sources
- https://myneta.info
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phani_Bhusan_Choudhury
- https://www.thehindu.com