Raj Mishra

Politician

British Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh

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ProfessionPolitician
NationalityBritish
BirthplaceMirzapur, Uttar Pradesh

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameRaj Kumar Mishra
Famous forBeing Mayor of Wellingborough, UK

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 11" (178 cm)
Eye ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • Punjab Technical University, Chandigarh
  • University of Leicester, UK
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA
Degrees
  • B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering (2005-2009) from Punjab Technical University
  • Data Science Certification Program (2014) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Master of Science (MS) in Advance Computer Science with Industry (2016-2018) from University of Leicester

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
CasteBrahmin

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherMunnalal Mishra (Farmer)
MotherChandrakali Mishra (Homemaker)
Siblings
Brothers
  • Kishore Kumar Mishra (Advocate)
  • Sushil Kumar Mishra (Principal)
  • Ramesh Kumar (Principal)
  • Vipin Kumar Mishra (Natural Farming Trainer)
  • Shiv Ji Mishra (Teacher)
  • Sarvesh Kumar Mishra (Doctor)
  • Akash Mishra (MBBS)
SisterAnita Mishra
SpouseAbhishekta Pandey (Engineer)
ChildrenTwo daughters

Career

Political Journey
  • February 2025: Entered politics by contesting in local elections for Wellingborough Town Council
  • March 2025: Joined Conservative Party and actively engaged in local governance
  • 6 May 2025: Became a town councillor after winning the local ward election of Wellingborough
  • 13 May 2025: Elected as the 5th Mayor of Wellingborough, marking the first Indian-origin individual to hold this position
Professional Background
  • Before entering politics, Raj had 15 years of experience in sectors like defense, banking, and corporate consulting as an engineer.
  • Commenced his career in 2011 as a Test Analyst at ONS Interactive Solutions Pvt. Ltd in Noida.
  • Moved to Qatar in 2013 and worked as a Senior Test Analyst in an advertising firm.
  • Founded Shri Munna Lal Mishra Intermediate College in Mirzapur in 2013, promoting quality education for over 800 students.
  • Pursued M.Tech in computer science from the University of Leicester in 2016.
  • Joined National Air Traffic Services (NATS), UK as a Test Engineer in 2018.
  • In 2021, took on the role of Quality Assurance Engineer Manager at Cognizant in London.
Recent Entrepreneurship
  • Co-founded a software company, Sam AI Solutions, with his wife in 2023.
  • Founded IndiaWale Abroad in January 2024, assisting Indians with immigration advice and career guidance.
Charitable InitiativesDuring his mayoral term, chose to support Louisa Gregory’s Hospice Campaign and the Veterans Community Network, aiming to elevate awareness and garner support.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Raj comes from a small village, Bhatewara, in Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh.
2. He is part of a large family with nine siblings, being the sixth child.
3. Raj's father prioritized education and supported his children's professional pursuits despite being a farmer.
4. Raj's entry into politics followed a solid foundation in engineering and quality assurance roles.
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