Abdul Shafee


Abdul Shafee also known as "Shafee MP" was an Senior Awarded Indian Politician of Indian National Congress & Member of Parliament of Loksabha. Shafee was an MP Member of the 5th Lok Sabha and represented the Chandrapur constituency of Maharashtra. He was also a MLC Member of Legislative Council of Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha, First Zilla Parishad President of Chandrapur, First Sarpanch of Rajoli, Famous Social Activist & Head of BSS Before Entering into National Politics.

Early life and education

Abdul Shafee was born in Bhandara, in the state of Maharashtra. Shafee was an agriculturist and businessman before joining politics.

Political career

Abdul Shafee has been in active politics since 1950s and joined Congress party. He was an MP for only one term. Shafee succeeded K. M. Koushik of Swatantra Party. After the 5th Lok Sabha, Chanda constituency ceased to exist and new constituency Chandrapur came into existence. Shafi's successor hence was Raje Vishveshvar Rao who belonged to Chandrapur constituency and was a member of the Janata Party. Prior to entering the Lok Sabha, he was a member of the Gram Panchayat and Zila Parishad in various capacities.

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