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Bankipur assembly by-election: Prashant Kishor and his wife declare total assets of over ₹208 crore

Prashant Kishor and his wife have declared total assets exceeding ₹208 crore in their latest financial disclosure for the Bankipur assembly by-election. The filing also reveals that the strategist-turned-politician is currently facing eight pending criminal cases.

By Project Chintan Newsroom
14 July 2026 · 1 min read
Bankipur assembly by-election: Prashant Kishor and his wife declare total assets of over ₹208 crore

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor filed his nomination for the Bankipur assembly seat, revealing a combined net worth of over ₹208 crore alongside his wife. The declaration outlines various movable and immovable assets held by the couple as they enter the electoral race.

According to the official affidavit, Kishor is named in eight pending criminal cases. The majority of these legal matters involve charges related to unlawful assembly, which occurred during his various political activities and public outreach programs across the region.

The financial filing provides a detailed breakdown of investments, property holdings, and bank balances. This transparency is a mandatory requirement for all candidates contesting the upcoming by-election, aimed at providing voters with a clear picture of the candidates' backgrounds.

Source: local news reports and candidate affidavit.

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