Arun Gupta
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Born | 5 April 1971, Babhnauli, Siwan district, Bihar, India |
Nationality | Indian |
Occupation | Businessman, Social worker, Politician |
Years active | 1995–present |
Education | Higher Secondary (Class 12, Arts) – Bihar |
Known for | Leadership in Rashtriya Janata Dal, Infrastructure development, Community service in Barharia |
Spouse | Munni Devi (m. 1986) |
Children | Surya Prakash Gupta, Satya Prakash Gupta, Shri Prakash Gupta (VIP) |
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Residence | Siwan, Bihar, India |
Arun Gupta (born 5 April 1971) is an Indian businessman, social worker, and political leader affiliated with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He is known for his contributions to infrastructure development and social upliftment in Siwan district, especially in the Barharia Assembly constituency.
Early life and family
Arun Gupta was born on 5 April 1971 in Babhnauli, Siwan, Bihar, to Late Rajmangal Prasad and Late Gulazari Devi. He belongs to the Teli caste, a Hindu community in Bihar. He married Munni Devi on 15 June 1986, and the couple has three sons—Surya Prakash Gupta, Satya Prakash Gupta, and Shri Prakash Gupta (commonly known as VIP), who are actively involved in the family business.
Education
Gupta completed his higher secondary education (Class 12, Arts stream) in Bihar.
Business and Entrepreneurship
Arun Gupta started his business journey in 1995 with a cement trading company. He has since expanded into real estate, construction, retail, and community development. He is the Director of VIP Green City and Director of Siwan Hometown, two landmark residential and commercial township projects in Siwan.
Family Businesses
The Gupta family operates several business ventures under a common group:
- VIP Trading
- VIP Associate
- Home Centre
- Siwan Cement (internal business code)
- SKG Construction – a major family-run construction firm
- Ummaid Palace – hospitality and events
- VIP Building Mall – retail complex
- Siwan Hometown – landmark commercial project (Arun Gupta serves as Director)
- VIP Green City – residential township (Arun Gupta serves as Director)
In the cement business, the family holds CNF (Clearing and Forwarding) partnerships for ACC and Adani Group, making them significant distributors in the region.
Politics and Social Work
Arun Gupta is a senior leader in the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), with a strong grassroots presence in Barharia. He is widely respected for his ongoing contributions to community welfare and regional development.
Social Service Highlights
- Free distribution of food, medicines, and essential supplies
- Infrastructure support including community halls and roads
- Education scholarships for underprivileged students
- Job support and small-business development for local youth
- Regular community meetings and public awareness programs
Notable Works
- Director of VIP Green City
- Director of Siwan Hometown
- Proprietor of VIP Building Mall
- CNF partner for ACC and Adani Group in cement distribution
- Founder of multiple family-run ventures in construction, retail, and hospitality
- Active political and social presence in Barharia, Siwan
Media Coverage
Arun Gupta’s speeches, development campaigns, and public events are regularly featured in regional news and viral social media content.
External links
See also
- Rashtriya Janata Dal
- Barharia (Vidhan Sabha constituency)
- Politics of Bihar
- Siwan district