Balbir Singh Verma
Member of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly
Incumbent
Assumed office 25 December 2012
Preceded by	Subhash Chand Manglate
Constituency	Chopal
Personal details
Born	(1971-04-04) 4 April 1971[1] Katiyana, Chopal, Himachal Pradesh
Nationality	Indian
Political party	Bharatiya Janata Party
Spouse	Meena Devi Verma
Children	1 Son
Parent	Dharam Das Verma (father)
Military service
Allegiance	India
Branch/service	Border Security Force
Years of service	2006–2012

Balbir Singh Verma (born 04 April 1971) is an Indian politician, who currently serves as Member of Legislative Assembly from Chopal constituency.^[1][2][3] Balbir Singh Verma won from Chopal constituency in 2017 state assembly elections.^[4][5]

Early life and education

Balbir Singh Verma, born on 4th April 1971 in Katiyana, Shimla, is a multifaceted individual whose life journey encompasses service in the armed forces, international missions, and active participation in politics. He is the son of Late Shri Dharam Dass Verma and is married to Smt. Meena Devi Verma, with whom he has a son.

Military Career

Balbir Singh Verma, before venturing into active politics, contributed to the defense forces by serving in the Border Security Force (BSF) and participating in the United Nations Organization Police Mission abroad for six years. His experiences in these roles shaped his understanding of service and commitment.

Professional Career

Apart from his service in the defense forces, Balbir Singh Verma is involved in diverse fields, including being a Builder/Promoter, Hotelier, Horticulturist, Agriculturist, and Industrialist. His engagement in various sectors reflects a commitment to contribute to the economic and infrastructural development of the region.

Political Career

Balbir Singh Verma entered the political arena and made his mark by being elected to the State Legislative Assembly in December 2012. His re-election in December 2017 reinforced his popularity and effectiveness as a representative. Over the years, he has actively participated in key committees, such as Public Undertakings, Rural Planning, Library, Research & Reference, and Human Development.

In the December 2022 elections, Balbir Singh Verma secured victory for the third consecutive term, attesting to the trust and confidence placed in him by the electorate. His nomination as a Member of Committees such as Public Accounts, Human Development, and Rules underscores his continued commitment to legislative responsibilities.

Electoral performance

2022 Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election : Chopal

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	BJP	Balbir Singh Verma	25,873	41.58%	10.44
	INC	Sh. Rajneesh Kimta	20,840	33.49%	10.45
	Independent	Dr. Subhash Chand Manglate	13,706	22.03%	New
	NOTA	Nota	550	0.88%	0.09
	Independent	Sh. Ashok Kumar	463	0.74%	New
	AAP	Sh. Uday Singhta	413	0.66%	New
	BSP	Bhagat Lal	382	0.61%	0.26
Margin of victory			5,033	8.09%	0.01
Turnout			62,227	76.09%	1.54
Registered electors			81,782		11.80
	BJP hold		Swing	10.44

2017 Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election : Chopal^[6]

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	BJP	Balbir Singh Verma	29,537	52.02%	42.49
	INC	Dr. Subhash Chand Manglate	24,950	43.94%	0.98
	BSP	Hari Chand	498	0.88%	0.61
	NOTA	None of the Above	452	0.80%	New
	Independent	Hari Singh Panwar	340	0.60%	New
Margin of victory			4,587	8.08%	6.78
Turnout			56,783	77.63%	1.90
Registered electors			73,147		11.15
	BJP gain from Independent		Swing	7.76

2012 Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly election : Chopal

Party		Candidate	Votes	%	±%
	Independent	Balbir Singh Verma	22,056	44.25%	New
	INC	Dr. Subhash Chand Manglate	21,409	42.96%	9.30
	BJP	Seema	4,747	9.52%	31.84
	BSP	Hari Chand	740	1.48%	2.14
	AITC	Rajender Singh	465	0.93%	New
	LJP	Ramla Devi	304	0.61%	New
Margin of victory			647	1.30%	9.59
Turnout			49,839	75.73%	3.86
Registered electors			65,811		18.92
	Independent gain from INC		Swing	8.00

Social and Interests

Balbir Singh Verma's special interests extend beyond politics. He actively engages in philanthropic endeavors, particularly in helping patients and needy individuals. His financial support for the construction of temples and promotion of sports activities highlights his commitment to cultural and recreational development.

Favorite Pastime and Travels Abroad

In his moments of leisure, Balbir Singh Verma finds solace in reading, especially holy books. His travels abroad to destinations like Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Cambodia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Macau, Dubai, and the U.A.E. showcase his global exposure and experiences.

Languages Known

Balbir Singh Verma is proficient in Hindi and English, facilitating effective communication in his diverse roles and interactions.

References