Mangesh Chhatrapati Wankhede
Mangesh Chhatrapati Wankhede (born 30 December 1983) is an Indian politician and businessman based in Nagpur, Maharashtra. He serves as the Nagpur City President of the Vanchit Bahujan Aaghadi (VBA), a political party led by Prakash Ambedkar. Alongside his political career, Wankhede is engaged in multiple business ventures in the fields of automobiles, fuel, film production, liquor retail, and agriculture.
Early Life
Mangesh Chhatrapati Wankhede was born on 30 December 1983 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.
Education
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) – [Institution details not provided]
Political Career
Wankhede became active in public life through social service and grassroots work in Nagpur. He rose in the ranks of the Vanchit Bahujan Aaghadi (VBA) and was appointed as the Nagpur City President. His association with VBA connects him with the leadership of Prakash Ambedkar, who heads the party at both the state and national levels.
On 18 June 2025, his role as Nagpur City President was cited in connection with legal proceedings.
Business Ventures
Wankhede is involved in multiple business enterprises in Nagpur, Maharashtra:
- S.S Automobile – HP Dealer and Petrol Pump located on Katol Road, Nagpur (440031).
- Chhatrapati Films – A film production company headquartered at Chhatrapati Niwas, Plot No. 85, Old Jaripatka, Nagpur (440014). The company produced a Hindi movie titled *Trushna* and co-produced several short films.
- Noopur Wine Shop – A retail outlet dealing in wine, beer, whisky, vodka, rum, gin, tequila, and other beverages at Koradi Road, Mankapur, Nagpur (440030).
- Chhatrapati Farms – Agricultural operations at Ghogali Tampa, Katol Road, Kameshwar, Nagpur.
Career Highlights
Wankhede’s professional and political journey is marked by five key steps: 1. Education – Gaining knowledge to contribute to society and politics. 2. Social Service – Working among people to understand and solve their issues. 3. Technology – Using digital media and modern tools to reach wider audiences. 4. Leadership Skills – Building strong leadership through communication and teamwork. 5. Political Participation – Representing citizens’ voices within governance structures.
Achievements
- Produced the Hindi film *Trushna*.
- Co-produced several short films under Chhatrapati Films.
- Established multiple ventures in Nagpur including S.S Automobile, Noopur Wine Shop, and Chhatrapati Farms.
Personal Life
Mangesh Wankhede resides in Nagpur, Maharashtra. He is actively involved in politics, business, and film production.