Harsh Malhotra Takes Charge as Minister of State for Corporate Affairs in New Delhi

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Harsh Malhotra has taken up the role of Minister of State for Corporate Affairs in New Delhi on June 12.

An Overview of the News

• Upon assuming office, Malhotra received a briefing on the major initiatives and policy matters within the Ministry and its associated bodies.

• He was informed about the current ongoing issues and the anticipated hurdles ahead.

• Malhotra is a representative from the East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency.

About Harsh Malhotra

• Malhotra, aged 60, is a first-time Member of Parliament (MP) representing the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) from East Delhi in the 18th Lok Sabha.

• Malhotra holds a science degree from Hansraj College, Delhi University.

Career Highlights in Public Service

• Elected Councillor from Welcome ward in 2012

• Mayor of East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC) in 2015

• General Secretary of BJP's Delhi unit