September 10, 2023
Neeru Yadav (Hockey Wali Sarpanch) Age, Caste, Husband, Family, Biography & More
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Hometown: Narnaul Age: 33 Years Husband: Ashok Yadav
| Bio/Wiki | |
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| Nickname | Hockey Wali Sarpanch |
| Profession | Social Activist |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters– 173 cm in meters– 1.73 m in feet & inches– 5’ 8” |
| Weight (approx.) | in kilograms– 60 kg in pounds– 132 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Awards, Honours, Achievements | • Shiksha Shree Award by the Government of Rajasthan in 2022 • Felicitated by UNICEF and Panchayati Raj Department, Rajasthan at Women’s Political Participation For Gender Equality Program in 2022 • Grassroots Leadership Award by Women Mentors Forum at Women Mentoring Summit in 2023 |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 7 May 1990 (Monday) |
| Age (as of 2023) | 33 Years |
| Birthplace | Chhapra Salimpur, Narnaul, Mahendragarh, Haryana, India |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Signature | |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Narnaul |
| College/University | • S.S. Jain Subodh P.G. College, Jaipur • C. L College of Education, Narnaul |
| Educational Qualification | • Bachelor’s degree in Science(B.Sc.) in Mathematics • Master’s degree in Science (M.Sc.) (Completed in 2013) • Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed) (Started in 2014) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Yadav |
| Hobbies | • Travelling
• Dancing • Yoga • Playing Harmonium |
| Tattoo(s) | Pattern tattoo with A and N words on her left wrist |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 15 November 2013 |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | Ashok Yadav |
| Children | Son– Divit Daughter– Aditri |
| Parents | Father– Name not known Mother– Satya Prakash Devi |
| Siblings | Brother– Nitesh Yadav (CBI Officer)
Sister– Annu Yadav |
| Money Factor | |
| Income (approx.) | Rs 10.50 Lakhs [1]State Election Commission – Rajasthan
Note: The net worth was for the financial year 2019-2020. It excludes the net worth of her husband and dependents (minors). |
| Assets/Properties | Movable Assets
Cash: Rs. 25,000 Immovable Assets Residential Buildings: Rs. 30,00,000 Note: The given estimates of movable and immovable assets are according to the year 2020. [2]State Election Commission – Rajasthan It excludes the assets owned by her husband and dependents (minor). |
| Net Worth (approx.) | Rs 49.50 lakhs
Note: The net worth was for the financial year 2019-2020. It excludes the net worth of her husband and dependents (minors). [3]State Election Commission – Rajasthan |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Neeru Yadav
- Neeru Yadav is an Indian social activist who made history by becoming the first female Sarpanch of Lambi Ahir village in Rajasthan in 2020. Her impactful work in the village as Sarpanch has earned her recognition and praise from various organizations.
- Following her marriage, Neeru Yadav relocated to Lambi Ahir (also spelt as Lambi Aheer) village situated in the Buhanu tehsil of Jhunjhunu district in Rajasthan.
Neeru Yadav in traditional Rajasthani dress after moving to Jhunjhunu
- Neeru Yadav became the Sarpanch of Lambi Ahir village following her victory in the panchayat elections held in October 2020. She was an independent candidate and got 1240 votes.
Poster of Neeru Yadav during the Panchayat election campaign
- She has been actively involved in numerous initiatives aimed at the village’s development. These efforts include organizing financial awareness programs, overseeing road construction projects, establishing a training centre for the girl’s hockey team, and founding a utensils bank that provides free steel utensils for various events.
Neeru Yadav with the girl’s hockey team of Lambi Ahir
- Neeru Yadav played a pivotal role in launching the Sachhi Saheli Mahila Agro Producer Company Limited, a Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO), in partnership with NABARD and SIIRD (Society of Indian Institute of Rural Development) in January 2023.
Neeru Yadav during a government program for farmers
- Her leadership as chairperson of the FPO led to the generation of approximately Rs 50 lakhs in revenue within just a few months. [4]NCDEX She has been instrumental in skill training for young women in her village, helping them secure placements in leading multinational corporations.
Neeru Yadav (left) during a program for FPO
- Neeru Yadav draws inspiration from several notable figures, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the late Indian Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj, former Indian cricketer Mithali Raj, and public speaker, Jaya Kishori.
- She became famous for her contributions when she appeared as a guest contestant, with another prominent social activist from Rajasthan, Chhavi Rajawat, on the popular Indian television show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) in September 2023.
Neeru Yadav with Amitabh Bachchan when she appeared on KBC
- In an interview, Neeru Yadav revealed that she liked playing hockey during her teenage years. Although she did not pursue a professional sports career, she again took an interest in hockey when the young girls from her village expressed their interest in playing hockey. She used her salary to arrange a coach.
Neeru Yadav with girl’s hockey team of her village
- She runs an NGO called Aaditri Foundation, which is dedicated to women’s empowerment.
Neeru Yadav (in black) during a program of the Aaditri Foundation
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| ↑1, ↑2, ↑3 | State Election Commission – Rajasthan |
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| ↑4 | NCDEX |