Highlights
Age: 74 Years
Passed away on: 26 Aug 2001
Famous For: Dharmaveer’, Shiv Sena Thane chief
Anand Dighe
Anand Chintamani Dighe (27 January 1951 – 26 August 2001), popularly known as “Dharmaveer” or “Dighe Saheb”, was a prominent Shiv Sena leader and the long-time Thane unit chief, noted for his mass following and grassroots outreach in Thane district, Maharashtra.
Bio / Wiki
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Anand Chintamani Dighe |
| Nickname | Dharmaveer / Dighe Saheb |
| Age | Born 27 Jan 1951 — Died 26 Aug 2001 (aged 50) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Birth Place | Apta / Thane region (Bombay State), India |
| Date of Birth | 27/01/1951 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession | Politician, Social Worker (Shiv Sena leader) |
Physical Appearance
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Height | Not widely documented |
| Weight | Not widely documented |
| Hair Color | Black / Salt & pepper (in later years) |
| Eye Color | Dark |
Family & Relationships
| Relation | Details |
|---|---|
| Father | Not publicly documented |
| Mother | Not publicly documented |
| Siblings | Not publicly documented |
| Spouse | Not publicly documented |
| Children | Not publicly documented |
Career Highlights
- Led Shiv Sena’s Thane unit and served as Thane unit chief from the 1980s until his death in 2001.
- Known for daily public darbars where he addressed citizen grievances and mediated local issues.
- Built a massive local support base and mentored several younger politicians from Thane who later rose in state politics.
- Seen as a decisive grassroots organiser with strong influence in local civic affairs.
Death & Legacy
Anand Dighe was hospitalised after a road accident and died on 26 August 2001. His death triggered intense public reaction in Thane and became a major event in the city’s recent political history. He is remembered as a towering local leader; memorials and cultural references to his life continue in Thane.
Controversies & Incidents
- At various points in his career, Dighe was accused in serious legal matters and faced investigations; his political life also involved clashes typical of turbulent local politics.
- After his death, protests and unrest occurred in Thane, reflecting his powerful follower base and the contentious circumstances around his hospitalisation and passing.
Net Worth & Income
No verified public net-worth figure is widely published. Primary identity is political leadership and social work rather than commercial enterprise.
Favourite Things
- Public Focus: Local civic issues, party organisation, grassroots outreach
- Favourite Activity: Public darbars and direct problem-solving for constituents
Unknown / Lesser-known Facts
- Often remembered for a simple, accessible leadership style—holding open sessions where citizens could seek redress.
- Considered a key architect of Shiv Sena’s strength in the Thane region during his tenure.
Contact Information | Memorials
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary Location | Thane, Maharashtra, India — Anand Dighe memorial sites and local party offices |
| Public Events | Annual remembrance events are held in Thane |
