Anwar Ahmad Ansari (born February 21, 1972) is an Indian social entrepreneur and politician. He currently serves as the State Vice President of the Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee and the National Vice Chairman of the All India Congress Committee, Minority Department, New Delhi. Additionally, Mr. Ansari is the Chairman of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd., Irba, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd. focuses on protecting and promoting the Livelihoods of weavers’ communities in the state of Jharkhand. Mr Ansari is recognized as a prominent leader within the Momin Ansari community of Jharkhand and is actively engaged in various social initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of weavers’.
When Mr Ansari assumed leadership of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd. on December 28th, 2015, the organization was on the verge of collapse. Under his guidance, it has become a rapidly expanding entity, committed to uplifting the Momin Ansari community, empowering women’s, and supporting marginalized groups.
Life and Education
Anwar Ahmad Ansari was born to Abdur Razzaque Ansari and Bibi Nafirun Nissa in Irba, a picturesque village in Jharkhand. As the youngest of five sons, he spent his formative years in Irba, where he also completed his education.
His father, Abdur Razzaque Ansari, was a dedicated handloom weaver who worked tirelessly to unite the weaver community by establishing cooperative societies across the Chotanagpur region. His leadership and impactful work earned him respect and recognition, both within the community and from political leaders. This esteem led to his election as a Member of the Legislative Council in 1958 and, later, to his appointment as a Cabinet Minister in the Bihar Government. Inspired by his father’s unwavering commitment to social welfare, Anwar Ahmad Ansari aspired to continue improving the lives of those around him.
After earning his degree from Ranchi University, Mr. Ansari moved to Calcutta, where he launched a family textile business. In 2007, he briefly explored the media industry, working as a Senior State Coordinator for Electronic Media. Later that year, he returned to Ranchi to further the family’s business endeavors. Today, he serves as the Chairman of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weaver’s Cooperative Union Ltd. (formerly known as The Chotanagpur Regional Handloom Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd.), an organization that remains a testament to his father’s legacy and vision.
Biography
Anwar Ahmad Ansari (born February 21, 1972) is an Indian social entrepreneur and politician. He currently serves as the State Vice President of the Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee and the National Vice Chairman of the All India Congress Committee, Minority Department, New Delhi. Additionally, Mr. Ansari is the Chairman of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd., Irba, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd. focuses on protecting and promoting the Livelihoods of weavers’ communities in the state of Jharkhand. Mr Ansari is recognized as a prominent leader within the Momin Ansari community of Jharkhand and is actively engaged in various social initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of weavers’.
When Mr Ansari assumed leadership of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd. on December 28th, 2015, the organization was on the verge of collapse. Under his guidance, it has become a rapidly expanding entity, committed to uplifting the Momin Ansari community, empowering women’s, and supporting marginalized groups.
Life And Education
Anwar Ahmad Ansari was born to Abdur Razzaque Ansari and Bibi Nafirun Nissa in Irba, a picturesque village in Jharkhand. As the youngest of five sons, he spent his formative years in Irba, where he also completed his education.
His father, Abdur Razzaque Ansari, was a dedicated handloom weaver who worked tirelessly to unite the weaver community by establishing cooperative societies across the Chotanagpur region. His leadership and impactful work earned him respect and recognition, both within the community and from political leaders. This esteem led to his election as a Member of the Legislative Council in 1958 and, later, to his appointment as a Cabinet Minister in the Bihar Government. Inspired by his father’s unwavering commitment to social welfare, Anwar Ahmad Ansari aspired to continue improving the lives of those around him.
After earning his degree from Ranchi University, Mr. Ansari moved to Calcutta, where he launched a family textile business. In 2007, he briefly explored the media industry, working as a Senior State Coordinator for Electronic Media. Later that year, he returned to Ranchi to further the family’s business endeavors. Today, he serves as the Chairman of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weaver’s Cooperative Union Ltd. (formerly known as The Chotanagpur Regional Handloom Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd.), an organization that remains a testament to his father’s legacy and vision.
Political Journey
Positions Held in Various Capacities
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Associated with Reputed Institutes of Jharkhand in Various Capacities
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LEADERSHIP AND SOCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS:
Inspired by my father’s legacy, I have remained committed to enhancing the socio-economic conditions of marginalized communities. As the Chairman of The Chotanagpur Handloom & Khadi Weavers’ Co-operative Union Ltd.,
- Led several welfare initiatives, particularly during the challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic. These efforts include donating ₹5 lakh to the CHIEF MINISTER’S RELIEF FUND, as well as providing lifesaving items such as medicines and groceries to needy people and also distributed approximately 1,00,000 masks to local authorities and those in need.
- Successfully negotiated terms with private healthcare giants and provided quality healthcare services on a heavily discounted price (70%) to the weavers’ in the region.
- Introduced scholarship policies for the weavers’ resulting quality education in weaker section.
Introduced policies to facilitate and support the marriage of poor and downtrodden girls
SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS:
Committed Participation in the BOTH PHASES of “BHARAT JODO YATRA“
- Active Participation during First Phase on the occasion of inauguration from Banka, Bihar in the Leadership of hon’ble president Mr. Mallikarjun Kharge.
- In a historic first for the weavers’ community, I successfully organized the “BHARAT JODO – BUNKAR JODO SAMWAD KARYAKARAM,” which was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Mr. Imran Pratapgarhi, Hon’ble Member of Parliament and Chairman of the All India Congress Committee Minority Department, along with other distinguished guests, such as Hon’ble Ministers of Jharkhand and Hon’ble MLAs.
- “BHARAT JODO – BUNKAR JODO SAMWAD KARYAKARAM,”
also organized at Malegaon and Bhiwandi (Maharashtra).
- Additionally, I organized first ever BHARAT JODO-BUNKAR JODO event successfully during the “BHARAT JODO NYAY YATRA,” season where I had the honour of welcoming and facilitating interactions between Shri Rahul Gandhi and the weavers’ community. This event was a significant milestone for both myself and the entire weavers’ community.