Jeet Ram Katwal

Jeet Ram Katwal
Member of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly
Incumbent
Assumed office 18 December 2017
Preceded by	Rikhi Ram Kaundal
Constituency	Jhanduta
Personal details
Born	(1956-05-17) 17 May 1956
Nationality	Indian
Political party	Bharatiya Janata Party
Spouse	Angmo Katwal
Children	1 Son
Residence(s)	Village Ropri, P.O. & Tehsil Jhandutta, Distt. Bilaspur, (HP)
Alma mater	Agra University,
Occupation	Politician

Jeet Ram Katwal, born on 17 May 1956 in the village of Ropri, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, is a distinguished individual with a diverse background in civil service, agriculture, horticulture, and political and social work. His journey, marked by academic excellence and a prolific career in the civil service, has contributed significantly to the development of the state.

Early life and education

Jeet Ram Katwal is the son of Smt. Sunehru Devi and the late Shri Rohli Ram Katwal. He completed his Master's in Political Science from Agra University, pursued an MBA, earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication (PGJMC), and obtained certificates in Human Rights (CHR) and Computing (CIC) from IGNOU. His dedication to education laid the foundation for a multifaceted career.

Family and personal life

Jeet Ram Katwal is married to Smt. P. Angmo Katwal, and their family includes two daughters and one son. Beyond his professional engagements, Katwal values family life and shares his passion for social service with his loved ones.

Civil Service Career

Jeet Ram Katwal began his career as a Telephone Operator in the P&T Department and later joined the General Insurance Corporation of India as an Assistant Administrative Officer. His journey in the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service (HAS) commenced in 1986, and he was appointed to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 2001.

As an HAS and IAS officer, Katwal held various pivotal positions, showcasing his administrative acumen. He served as SDM in Lahaul-Spiti, Kullu, and Mandi Districts, Additional District Magistrate in Shimla, and Collector of Forest in Kullu. His contributions extended to roles such as Deputy Commissioner in Una and Additional Secretary/Special Secretary in departments like Home, Health, Education, General Administration, and more.

Katwal served as the Head of Departments for Ayurveda, Information & Public Relations, Youth Services & Sports, and several others, demonstrating his versatility in managing diverse portfolios. His roles as Managing Director included responsibilities at Himachal Pradesh Milk Federation, Himachal Pradesh Backward Classes Finance & Development Corporation, and other key institutions.

Political career

Post-retirement from the Himachal Pradesh government in May 2016, Jeet Ram Katwal joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on 14 October 2017. His entry into politics marked a new phase of his commitment to public service.

In the December 2017 elections, Katwal was elected to the State Legislative Assembly. He became a member of various committees such as Human Development, Privileges, Ethics, and Library, Research & Reference Committees. His dedication and contributions continued, leading to his re-election in December 2022.

Special Interests and Awards

Jeet Ram Katwal has diverse interests, including trekking, gardening, reading, and a love for old classical music. He is a member of the H.P. Rifle Association and has published a notable case study on sustainable plastic waste management.

He received the 'President Silver Medal' for outstanding performance in Census Operations in 2001, highlighting his commitment to excellence in public service.

Travels and Languages

Katwal's international exposure includes representing India in South Korea as the Chairman of the Indian National Youth Delegation. He also served as the Liaison Officer for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra in Tibet/China and undertook official visits to Sri Lanka. His language proficiency extends to Hindi, English, and Urdu.

Electoral performance

2022 Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election : Jhanduta

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	BJP	Jeet Ram Katwal	28,268	46.72%	6.35
	INC	Vivek Kumar	22,469	37.14%	6.86
	Independent	Raj Kumar Kaundal	8,358	13.81%	New
	AAP	Sudhir Kumar Suman	427	0.71%	New
	Rashtriya Devbhumi Party	Manoj Kumar	282	0.47%	New
	NOTA	Nota	246	0.41%	0.73
	BSP	Amar Nath	245	0.40%	New
	Independent	Jitender Pal	206	0.34%	New
Margin of victory			5,799	9.58%	0.51
Turnout			60,501	74.71%	0.88
Registered electors			80,977		11.92
	BJP hold		Swing	6.35

2017 Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election : Jhanduta

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	BJP	Jeet Ram Katwal	29,030	53.07%	4.16
	INC	Beeru Ram Kishore	24,068	44.00%	2.35
	NOTA	None of the Above	624	1.14%	New
Margin of victory			4,962	9.07%	6.52
Turnout			54,699	75.60%	5.78
Registered electors			72,355		7.69
	BJP hold		Swing