Amrish Singh Gautam (born 8 July 1956) is an Indian politician and seasoned legislator who served as the Deputy Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly. A prominent face of Dalit politics in the National Capital Territory of Delhi, he represented the Trilokpuri and Kondli constituencies for three consecutive terms. In January 2025, he joined the Aam Aadmi Party, bringing over two decades of legislative expertise to the party.[1]
Amrish Singh Gautam | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly | |
| In office 2009–2013 | |
| Member of the Delhi Legislative Assembly | |
| In office 2008–2013 | |
| Constituency | Kondli |
| Member of the Delhi Legislative Assembly | |
| In office 1998–2008 | |
| Constituency | Trilokpuri |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Aam Aadmi Party (2025–present) |
Other political affiliations | Indian National Congress (1998–2017, 2019–2025) Bharatiya Janata Party (2017–2019) |
| Spouse | Vimla Devi |
| Children | 2 sons (including Avinash Gautam) |
| Chaudhary Charan Singh University (MA, 1990) | |
| Occupation | Social Worker, Farmer, Politician |
Early life and education
editBorn into a family with a strong focus on social service, Gautam completed his Master of Arts (MA) from Chaudhary Charan Singh University (formerly Meerut University) in 1990. Before entering active politics, he was deeply involved in grassroots social work, advocating for the rights of resettlement colony residents in East Delhi.[citation needed]
Legislative career and contributions
editGautam's political journey is marked by his consistent connect with the masses in Trans-Yamuna region:
- Three-term MLA (1998–2013): He was first elected in 1998 from Trilokpuri and became known for improving basic infrastructure, such as water supply and sanitation, in East Delhi's marginalized areas.
- Deputy Speakership (2009–2013): During his tenure as Deputy Speaker, he was respected across party lines for his neutral conduct and deep understanding of parliamentary procedures. He often chaired sessions focused on urban development and social welfare.
- Committee Roles: He served on several high-level committees of the Delhi Assembly, including the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and committees on Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
Political transitions
editGautam's political trajectory reflects the shifting dynamics of Delhi's politics. After a long stint with the Indian National Congress, he briefly joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2017. However, citing his roots in secular and pro-poor ideologies, he returned to the Congress in 2019. In early 2025, he moved to the Aam Aadmi Party, stating that the "Delhi Model" of governance aligned with his vision for the upliftment of the underprivileged.[2]
Electoral history
editReferences
edit- ↑ "Veteran leader Amrish Singh Gautam joins AAP". Aam Aadmi Party. 27 January 2025. Retrieved 1 April 2026.
- ↑ "Amrish Singh Gautam returns to Congress". Hindustan Times. 25 March 2019.
- 1 2 3 "Delhi Assembly Election Results Archive". IndiaVotes. Retrieved 1 April 2026.
- ↑ "Candidate Profile: Amrish Singh Gautam". ADR. Retrieved 1 April 2026.