Abhishek Ghosalkar (1983-2024) was an Indian politician who was associated with the Shiv Sena party as its former corporator. On 8 February 2024, he was shot dead at IC Colony in Borivali (West), Mumbai, by Mauris Noronha, a local activist and businessman.
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Abhishek Vinod Ghosalkar [1]Abhishek Ghosalkar’s Instagram Account was born on Thursday, 4 August 1983 (age 40 years; at the time of death) in Mumbai, Maharashtra. His zodiac sign was Leo. He did his schooling at Shailendra Education Society, Mumbai, Maharashtra. In 2001, he received a Civil Engineering diploma at Annasaheb Vartak College, Maharashtra. [2]Abhishek Ghosalkar’s Facebook Account
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 10″
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
His father, Vinod Ghosalkar, served as a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from 2009 to 2014, and a corporator in the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai. His mother’s name is Madhuri Ghosalkar. He has a brother named Saurabh Vinod Ghosalkar.
Abhishek Ghosalkar with his father
Abhishek Ghosalkar with his mother and wife
Abhishek Ghosalkar with his brother
Wife & Children
On 14 February 2013, Abhishek Ghosalkar married Tejasvee Darekar, an IT professional and BMC corporator. The couple has a son named Satej Ghosalkar, and a daughter named Yashwi Ghosalkar.
Abhishek Ghosalkar with his wife and children
Career
Engineering
Abhishek Ghosalkar worked as a civil engineer with VAS Construction home builders in Mumbai from 2008 to 2015.
Politics
In 2012, Abhishek Ghosalkar was elected as a corporator in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), representing Ward Number 1 and its areas including Dahisar East, Borivali East, and some parts of Kandivali East.
Abhishek Ghosalkar during a political campaign
Later, he began working as the Director of the Mumbai District Central Co-operative Bank and President of the Disha Foundation in Mumbai, India.
Controversies
Accused of Mental Torture
In 2014, a council member named Sheetal Mahatre accused some workers from the Shiv Sena party of writing her phone number on public toilet walls in Dahisar. She said they caused her mental stress. Mahatre’s brother held Abhishek Ghosalkar and Vinod Ghosalkar responsible for any harm or torture. [3]The Times of India
Anti-party Activities
Abhishek Ghosalkar was expelled by Shiv Sena for indulging in anti-party activities in 2017. [4]The Times of India
Car Collection
He owned an Audi, a Scorpio, and a J C B Tanker.
Assets & Properties
Movable Assets
- Cash: Rs. 1,57,892
- Deposits in Banks: Rs. 3,53,768
- Bonds, Debentures and Shares: Rs. 22,01,280
- LIC or other insurance Policies: Rs. 21,45,000
- Motor Vehicles: Rs. 66,06,000
Immovable Assets
Note: The given estimates of movable and immovable assets are according to the year 2012. It excludes the assets owned by his wife and dependents (minor).
Net Worth
Abhishek Ghosalkar’s net worth for the financial year 2011-2012 was estimated to be Rs. 1.80 crores. [7]My Neta It excludes the net worth of his wife and dependents (minors).
Death
Abhishek Ghosalkar was shot dead on 8 February 2024 by Mauris Noronha, a local activist and businessman. Reportedly, Abhishek Ghosalkar and Mauris were not in good relations for a while. According to media reports, Mauris invited Abhishek to his office in Borivli (West) and pretended to be friendly and do charity work together on Facebook Live.
A snip of the Facebook Live video of Abhishek Ghosalkar and Mauris Noronha
In the Facebook Live video, Mauris shot Abhishek five times. Abhishek tried to run away during the live session but got shot again. After killing Abhishek, Mauris shot himself. People outside the office heard the gunshots, and Abhishek was rushed to the hospital but could not survive. [8]Hindustan Times
A snip of the Facebook Live video of Abhishek Ghosalkar after he was shot
Facts/Trivia
- Abhishek Ghosalkar was a good friend of Indian Politician, Aditya Thackeray.
Abhishek Ghosalkar posing with Aditya Thackeray
- He enjoyed travelling to distant places, horse riding, and dancing in his leisure time.
Abhishek Ghosalkar while enjoying a trip
- Abhishek Ghosalkar liked enjoying alcoholic beverages occasionally.
Abhishek Ghosalkar while enjoying an alcoholic beverage
