Moitra’s 2024 affidavit shows ₹12.07 lakh income; Misra’s assets rose from ₹20 crore (2004) to ₹137 crore (2014).
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Mahua Moitra is a dynamic and outspoken leader of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) and a two-time Member of Parliament (MP) from Krishnanagar, West Bengal. Known for her fiery speeches and fearless stands in Parliament, Mahua has become one of the most prominent female politicians in India. With a strong academic background and global professional experience, she brings a sharp, analytical voice to Indian politics. Recently, she made headlines again—not for her political stand, but for her marriage to former MP Pinaki Misra in a private ceremony in Germany.
Education and International Background
Mahua Moitra completed her early education at La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata. She went on to graduate in Economics and Mathematics from the prestigious Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts, USA. Post-graduation, she worked as an investment banker at JP Morgan in New York and London. Her global
Mahua Moitra is a bold and articulate Indian politician representing the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC). A two-time Member of Parliament from Krishnanagar, West Bengal, Mahua has built a reputation as one of the most outspoken and fearless voices in Indian politics. Known for her sharp critiques and eloquent speeches in Parliament, she has consistently stood out among her peers. Recently, she also made headlines for her marriage to senior advocate and former MP Pinaki Misra, held in an intimate ceremony in Germany.
Early Life and Education
Mahua was born on October 12, 1974, in Assam, India. She completed her schooling at La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata, and later pursued higher education in the United States. She graduated from Mount Holyoke College, Massachusetts, with a double major in Economics and Mathematics.
After completing her degree, Mahua began her career in the financial sector. She worked as an investment banker at JP Morgan, first in New York and later in London. Her experience abroad, both academically and professionally, gave her a global perspective—an asset she would later carry into Indian politics.
Political Career
Mahua Moitra entered Indian politics in the late 2000s. Initially associated with the Indian National Congress, she soon switched to the Trinamool Congress under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee. In 2016, she was elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Karimpur constituency in West Bengal.
Her national political journey began in 2019, when she contested and won the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha seat. As an MP, she gained nationwide recognition for her fierce debates, notably her famous speech listing the “seven signs of fascism.” In 2024, she retained her seat for a second consecutive term.
Net Worth and Assets
Mahua Moitra’s asset declarations reveal significant wealth. According to her election affidavits:
Cash, Jewellery & Valuables
- Owns a 4.2-carat diamond ring worth ₹80 lakh
- Gold jewellery of 150 grams worth ₹9.41 lakh
- Silver dinner and tea sets valued at over ₹3.8 lakh
- Additional jewellery estimated at ₹8 lakh
- Total jewellery and valuables worth over ₹3.5 crore
Bank Accounts & Deposits
- Indian bank balance: ₹1.43 crore
- International bank account (NatWest, London): ₹5.35 lakh
- Fixed Deposits:
- ₹33.4 lakh in one account
- ₹1.45 crore in another
Other Assets
- Owns a Mahindra Scorpio SUV (2016 model)
- Artworks valued at ₹30 lakh
Income
- Declared annual income (FY 2022–23): ₹12,07,541
- Declared annual income (FY 2018–19): ₹5,51,080
Marriage to Pinaki Misra
In June 2024, Mahua Moitra tied the knot with Pinaki Misra, a senior advocate and former Member of Parliament from Puri, Odisha. Pinaki Misra, known for his legal acumen and political career with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), has previously served multiple terms in the Lok Sabha. Their marriage ceremony was private and took place in Berlin, Germany.
According to 2019 affidavits, Pinaki Misra’s declared assets exceeded ₹117 crore, making him one of the wealthiest politicians from Odisha at the time.
Mahua Moitra is a rare combination of intellect, courage, and charisma in Indian politics. With a strong academic foundation, global corporate experience, and fearless political voice, she represents a new generation of leaders. Her recent marriage to a fellow public figure adds another chapter to her already eventful life.
