Dilip Pandey
National Incharge, AAP Overseas & NRI Affairs
Politician, author, poet, musician, and social activist — Dilip Pandey embodies the spirit of a complete public servant. As AAP's National Incharge for Overseas and NRI Affairs, he has built bridges between India and its global diaspora.
Dilip Pandey is a multifaceted personality who has made his mark across the worlds of politics, literature, social service, and the arts. Born into a farming family in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, he rose through merit and determination to become one of AAP's most respected national leaders.
Elected as MLA from Timarpur constituency in Delhi, he served as the Chief Whip of the Delhi Legislative Assembly — a role that demands deep legislative knowledge and the ability to build consensus. Through these years in public service, Pandey has been a steadfast advocate for the common citizen, fighting for transparency, education, and welfare.
His intellectual pursuits are equally impressive: a PhD scholar and MCA graduate, he is also a Lifetime Member of UNCAC (United Nations Convention Against Corruption) — a testament to his commitment to the ideals that define the Aam Aadmi Party.
As the National Incharge for AAP Overseas and NRI Affairs, Dilip Pandey has been the driving force behind connecting millions of Indians living abroad with India's political transformation. Under his leadership, AAP Overseas has grown into a vibrant global network spanning dozens of countries, empowering the Indian diaspora to participate meaningfully in India's future.
Profile
A Life of Purpose
Political Career
- Ex Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), Timarpur constituency, Delhi
- Ex Chief Whip, Delhi Legislative Assembly
- National Incharge, AAP Overseas & NRI Affairs
- Senior leader, Aam Aadmi Party — trusted member of national leadership
Education & Academics
- PhD Scholar — pursuing doctoral research
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
- Born into a farming family in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh
- UNCAC (UN Convention Against Corruption) — Lifetime Member
Literary Works
- Dahleez Par Dil — published by Penguin
- Khulti Girhein — prose & poetry collection
- Call Center — fiction exploring modern India
- Tapki Aur Boondi Ke Laddu — published by Rajkamal Prakashan
- Gulabi Khanjar — Amazon bestseller
Arts & Culture
- Released a music album and music video
- Member, Sahitya Kala Parishad (Delhi)
- Band: The Fakir Café — associated with Music for All NGO
- Accomplished poet writing in Hindi and Bhojpuri
Sports & Skills
- Martial arts practitioner
- Archery enthusiast
- Pistol shooting
- Polyglot: Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Bhojpuri
Social Work
- Radhika Prahlad Foundation — NGO focused on medical aid
- Music for All — NGO using art for social upliftment
- Dedicated to diaspora empowerment and NRI political participation
Literary Legacy
Author & Poet
Dilip Pandey has authored five books spanning fiction, poetry, and prose — published by some of India's most prestigious publishers. His writing explores contemporary society, political realities, and the human condition through a uniquely empathetic lens.
A deeply personal work that explores relationships, identity, and the thresholds we cross in our lives.
A collection of poems and prose pieces that unravel the knots of society, politics, and the human heart.
A fictional narrative set in modern India, examining the lives of young Indians navigating a changing economy and social fabric.
Published by the legendary Rajkamal Prakashan, this work brings warmth, satire, and insight together in a uniquely Indian voice.
His most commercially acclaimed work — an Amazon bestseller that resonated with readers across India and the diaspora.
Join the Global AAP Movement
Under Dilip Pandey's leadership, AAP Overseas is building a powerful network of NRIs committed to India's political transformation. Register today to be part of this historic movement.