Manoj Parab

Tukaram Bharat "Manoj" Parab is an Indian politician, former geologist, and activist who serves as the party chief and president of the Revolutionary [Goans Party], a non-governmental organization he founded in March 2017, which received recognition as a political party from the Election Commission of India in 2022.
Prior to forming the NGO, Parab joined the Aam Aadmi Party as a member before the 2017 [Goa Legislative Assembly election]. He subsequently left to form the Revolutionary Goans on 3 March 2017, along with seven founding members, including Viresh Borkar and Vishwesh Naik, whom he had met during his involvement with the Aam Aadmi Party.

Early life

Manoj Parab, originally named Tukaram Bharat Parab, was born on 18 August 1985 in the village of Pirna, Goa. His father was a tabla craftsman and repairer, as well as a businessman. Parab completed his early education at a Catholic school before pursuing further studies. In 2008, he completed his Master of Science degree in Geology from Goa University.
Following his graduation, Parab joined various local mining companies such as Timblo, Salgaocrs, and Vedanta Resources. However, seeking improved remuneration, Parab decided to relocate away from Goa. Consequently, he found employment on offshore oil rigs located in Mumbai and Gujarat.

On 14 January 2022, the Revolutionary Goans Party officially announced Parab as their designated candidate for the position of Chief Minister in the 2022 Goa Legislative Assembly election. He contested the election from two constituencies, Valpoi and Tivim. While he had a significant vote share, Parab did not win in either constituency.
Political analyst Prakash Kamat expressed reservations about some of Parab's ideas, suggesting that they may not align with constitutional principles. For example, Kamat highlighted Parab's POGO Bill, which advocates granting exclusive rights to Goans.

In a 2022 interview with Outlook, Parab recounted his personal experience, highlighting the challenges faced by many Goans when it comes to property ownership.
Parab is married to a homemaker.