Summary
Ajaib Singh Bhatti was deputy speaker of the Punjab Legislative Assembly from 2017 to 2022.
Ajaib Singh Bhatti | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Speaker of Punjab Assembly | |
| In office 16 June 2017 – 10 March 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Dinesh Singh |
| Succeeded by | Jai Krishan Singh |
| Constituency | Malout |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 28 March 1951 Bilaspur, Punjab, India |
| Political party | BJP |
| Spouse | Manjit Kaur |
| Children | 2 sons and 1 daughter |
| Parent(s) | Arjan Singh and Sant Kaur |
| Residence(s) | Malout, Punjab |
Early life edit
A. S. Bhatti started his career as a teacher in rural areas of Bathinda besides working as a Block Development and Panchayat Officer (BDPO) for nearly a year. He joined Punjab Civil Services (executive branch) in 1984 and served in various magisterial and civilian assignments in different parts of the State.[1] He also served as Additional Deputy Commissioner in Muktsar and Bathinda districts. In 2007 he joined Indian National Congress.[2]
Political career edit
First time he contested in 2007 from Nathana Assembly constituency (now called Bhucho Mandi) and won. Second time contested from Bhucho Mandi in 2012 and won. Now, he is the MLA from Malout Assembly constituency.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Ajaib Singh Bhatti elected as deputy speaker of Punjab assembly". Hindustan Times. 16 June 2017.
- ^ Ajaib Singh Bhatti chosen deputy speaker. 16 June 2017, The Tribune. Retrieved 16 June 2017
- ^ "Ajaib Singh Bhatti's Profile". Government of Punjab, India.