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NDTV
17-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Who Is Raj Mishra, UP Farmer's Son Elected Mayor Of Market Town In UK
From Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur to the United Kingdom, Raj Mishra has come a long way. A farmer's son, Mr Mishr, was elected as Wellingborough's new mayor. A market town in Northamptonshire, England, Wellingborough is located in the country's East Midlands region. The 37-year-old emerged victorious in the May 6 local elections. He went on to become the fifth mayor of the town at an Annual Town Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 13. "It is an honour to serve as the mayor of Wellingborough. I am committed to working collaboratively with all residents to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous community. Together, we will build a brighter future for our town," Mr Mishra said in a statement. Who is Raj Mishra? He is the sixth child of his parents. Hailing from Bhatehara, Uttar Pradesh, Raj Mishra went to London to pursue an M Tech in computer science. He also holds a 'Data Science certification' from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. As per his LinkedIn profile, Mr Mishra has 15 years of IT industry experience. He decided to embark on a political career and run for the town council elections as a councillor. Mr Mishra, a Conservative Party member, has chosen the Veterans Community Network and Louisa Gregory's Hospice Campaign as charities for his 2025-26 term. Raj Mishra married Abhishekta, an engineer from Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh, after receiving his citizenship in the UK. The couple has two daughters. As the mayor, Raj Mishra will function as a key figure and civic representative. His job responsibilities include presiding over council meetings and connecting the council with the local community. For his two charities for the 2025-2026 term, Mr Mishra has chosen Louisa Gregory's Hospice Campaign as well as the Veterans Community Network. Mr Mishra will engage in raising the profile of these organisations as well as attract funding and support for their work. His term will last for a year. Mr Mishra has promised to ensure that Wellingborough's governance reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of its community. He advocated a four-point vision for the town, championing economic development, environmental sustainability, community engagement and investment in infrastructure. Mr Mishra has vowed to improve public amenities, support local businesses, attract investment for the town's economy, implement eco-friendly initiatives and establish platforms for residents to participate more actively in decision-making processes.
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
From Mirzapur to mayor in England: UP farmer's son elected to lead Wellingborough
A farmer's son from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, who was elected as a local town councillor earlier this month, has been chosen as the new mayor of Wellingborough, a market town in Northamptonshire in the East Midlands region of England. Raj Mishra, 37, was elected from Victoria Ward of the town in the local elections held on May 6 and went on to be elected the fifth mayor of Wellingborough Town Council at an Annual Town Council Meeting on Tuesday. News of his election brought much cheer among his friends and family back in Mirzapur. Also Read | This Indian-origin family behind a major conglomerate crowned UK's richest for 4th consecutive year | Find out who 'It is an honour to serve as the mayor of Wellingborough. I am committed to working collaboratively with all residents to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous community. Together, we will build a brighter future for our town,' Mishra said in a statement. 'As mayor of Wellingborough, I bring years of local insight, professional experience, and a strong passion for public service to our community. Understanding the unique needs of our area, I am committed to supporting initiatives that drive positive change. "My approach is rooted in listening, being approachable, and acting with integrity. Together, we can build a stronger, more connected Wellingborough for everyone,' the statement adds. Also Read | 'Don't come to UK': Indian woman says 90% of her batchmates returned jobless The Town Council Mayor is elected annually by the council from its elected members, with a primary role to preside over council meetings, ensuring the proper conduct of business and interpreting standing orders. The mayor also serves as a civic representative, connecting the council with the community and attending formal events. Mishra, a Conservative Party member, has chosen the Veterans Community Network and Louisa Gregory's Hospice Campaign as charities for his 2025-26 term. Also Read | UK expected to be hotter than Ibiza amid driest spring in over 100 years His efforts over the year will revolve around raising the profile of these organisations and attracting funds and support for their work during his term.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UP farmer's son elected mayor of market town in England
A farmer's son from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, who was elected as a local town councillor earlier this month, has been chosen as the new mayor of Wellingborough, a market town in Northamptonshire in the East Midlands region of England. Raj Mishra , 37, was elected from Victoria Ward of the town in the local elections held on May 6 and went on to be elected the fifth mayor of Wellingborough Town Council at an Annual Town Council Meeting on Tuesday. News of his election brought much cheer among his friends and family back in Mirzapur. "It is an honour to serve as the mayor of Wellingborough. I am committed to working collaboratively with all residents to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous community. Together, we will build a brighter future for our town," Mishra said in a statement. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia alta? Experimente este truque simples na água Saúde Melhor Idade Veja agora Undo "As mayor of Wellingborough, I bring years of local insight, professional experience, and a strong passion for public service to our community. Understanding the unique needs of our area, I am committed to supporting initiatives that drive positive change. "My approach is rooted in listening, being approachable, and acting with integrity. Together, we can build a stronger, more connected Wellingborough for everyone," the statement adds. Live Events The Town Council Mayor is elected annually by the council from its elected members with a primary role to preside over council meetings, ensuring the proper conduct of business and interpreting standing orders. The mayor also serves as a civic representative, connecting the council with the community and attending formal events. Mishra, a Conservative Party member, has chosen the Veterans Community Network and Louisa Gregory's Hospice Campaign as charities for his 2025-26 term. His efforts over the course of the year will revolve around raising the profile of these organisations and attract funds and support for their work during his term. "My approach to leadership is rooted in active listening and collaboration. I believe that every resident's voice matters, and I am dedicated to ensuring that our town's governance reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of our community. By fostering open dialogues and building strong relationships, we can address challenges head-on and create lasting positive change," adds Mishra.
NDTV
16-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
UP Farmer's Son, Raj Mishra, Elected Mayor Of Market Town In England
London: A farmer's son from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, who was elected as a local town councillor earlier this month, has been chosen as the new mayor of Wellingborough, a market town in Northamptonshire in the East Midlands region of England. Raj Mishra, 37, was elected from Victoria Ward of the town in the local elections held on May 6 and went on to be elected the fifth mayor of Wellingborough Town Council at an Annual Town Council Meeting on Tuesday. News of his election brought much cheer among his friends and family back in Mirzapur. "It is an honour to serve as the mayor of Wellingborough. I am committed to working collaboratively with all residents to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous community. Together, we will build a brighter future for our town," Mishra said in a statement. "As mayor of Wellingborough, I bring years of local insight, professional experience, and a strong passion for public service to our community. Understanding the unique needs of our area, I am committed to supporting initiatives that drive positive change. "My approach is rooted in listening, being approachable, and acting with integrity. Together, we can build a stronger, more connected Wellingborough for everyone," the statement adds. The Town Council Mayor is elected annually by the council from its elected members with a primary role to preside over council meetings, ensuring the proper conduct of business and interpreting standing orders. The mayor also serves as a civic representative, connecting the council with the community and attending formal events. Mr Mishra, a Conservative Party member, has chosen the Veterans Community Network and Louisa Gregory's Hospice Campaign as charities for his 2025-26 term. His efforts over the course of the year will revolve around raising the profile of these organisations and attract funds and support for their work during his term. "My approach to leadership is rooted in active listening and collaboration. I believe that every resident's voice matters, and I am dedicated to ensuring that our town's governance reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of our community. By fostering open dialogues and building strong relationships, we can address challenges head-on and create lasting positive change," adds Mishra.
