Vikas Thakre


Vikas Pandurang Thakre is an Indian politician from Nagpur, Maharashtra, and a senior member of the Indian National Congress. He currently serves as a Member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly representing Nagpur West and holds the position of President of the Nagpur District Congress Committee. With over 40 years in public life, he has previously served as the Mayor of Nagpur and remains deeply engaged in grassroots-level politics. In 2024, he contested the Lok Sabha election from Nagpur constituency and has been known for his consistent public outreach, developmental focus, and strong presence in Vidarbha politics.

Early life and education

Thakre was born on 23 August 1966 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, to Pandurang and Nirmala Thakre. He comes from a humble, non-political background. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce degree from Dharampeth Arts & Commerce College under Nagpur University in 1989.

Political career

Early political roles

  • 1985: Appointed as a member of the Indian National Congress
  • 1988: General Secretary, NSUI Nagpur
  • 1990: General Secretary, Nagpur Youth Congress
  • 2001: General Secretary, Nagpur District Congress Committee

Municipal career

Maharashtra Legislative Assembly

  • 2019: Elected MLA from Nagpur West, defeating BJP’s Sudhakar Deshmukh
  • 2024: Re-elected as MLA

2024 Lok Sabha elections

  • Contested as the INC candidate for Nagpur Lok Sabha seat against Nitin Gadkari
  • Received significant support and vote share, emerging as runner-up
  • Campaign focused on development, urban infrastructure, and youth issues

Electoral history

  • To be confirmed by EC

Positions held