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Deepak Mhaskey: Chemistry Professor to BJP's New IT Cell Chief
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News18•17-08-2026, 16:09
Deepak Mhaskey: Chemistry Professor to BJP's New IT Cell Chief
- •Deepak Mhaskey, a low-profile Chhattisgarh political organizer, replaces Amit Malviya as BJP's new IT Cell chief, taking on a national role in the party's digital machinery.
- •Mhaskey's diverse background includes a Chemistry professor, agriculture and horticulture expert, electoral-data analyst, and a board position at Engineers India Limited (EIL).
- •He holds an MSc in Chemistry and has over three decades of experience in horticulture and organic farming, with a keen interest in data accumulation and analysis, especially electoral data.
- •Mhaskey has a long association with the BJP's Chhattisgarh IT Cell since 2009 and served as a State Spokesperson.
- •His experience also includes a role as chairman of the Chhattisgarh Medical Services Corporation Limited, showcasing a blend of party organization, government, and corporate governance.
Key Questions Answered
Deepak Mhaskey's background in electoral data analysis and government welfare beneficiary data is highly relevant to his new role as BJP's IT Cell chief. This suggests his data-oriented experience will influence the party's digital strategy.
The changes within the BJP's IT and social media teams, including Deepak Mhaskey's appointment, are seen as preparations for upcoming electoral and political campaigns.
