Business & Infrastructure Development
● A seasoned real estate entrepreneur, known for landmark projects that
transformed Mumbai’s urban landscape.
● Played a pioneering role in developing Ashoka Shopping Centre, one of
Mumbai’s largest commercial hubs, and served as its Joint Secretary for more than 10 years.
● Conceptualized and developed India’s first underground BEST bus station
at Kanakia Zillion, LBS Marg.
● Contributed strategically to the Mumbai Metro project, supervising the
development of three key stations:
Dadar, Azad Maidan, and Mumbai Central, part of one of the city’s most
ambitious infrastructure undertakings.
Medical
& Social Contributions
● Actively involved in the medical field for the past 25–30 years,
supporting government colleges and contributing to healthcare development.
● Known for his philanthropy and social service, consistently helping the
underprivileged access education, healthcare, and livelihood support.
● During
the COVID-19 pandemic,
played a monumental role in relief work by arranging railways, coordinating
with police and authorities, and enabling the migration of over 10 lakh (1 million+) people back to their
homes safely.
Political
Engagement & Strategic Roles
● Facilitated the historic first alliance between BJP and Shiv Sena, working closely
with Late Sanjay Deotale (former
state minister).
● Collaborated with Sharad Pawar to safeguard the Qureshi community’s businesses during
the beef ban.
● Maintains strong ties with senior IAS, IPS, and IRS officers, ensuring smooth
coordination across governance and administration.
● Invited
to the Prime Minister’s swearing-in ceremony in Delhi in 2024, underscoring his stature and
recognition in national politics.
Political
Networks & Associations
Abubakar
Khan has built enduring connections across political lines, with leaders
including:
● M.
Venkaiah Naidu
– Former Vice President of India (2017–2022); senior BJP leader; former Union
Minister for Urban Development, Parliamentary Affairs, and Rural Development.
● Nitin
Gadkari – Current
Union Minister for Road Transport &
Highways; MP from Nagpur; credited with India’s rapid expressway and
infrastructure growth.
● Devendra
Fadnavis – Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra (2014–2019),
Deputy Chief Minister (2022–2024),
and Leader of Opposition; held
portfolios including Home, Finance, and Law & Judiciary.
● Sharad
Pawar – Founder
of NCP; veteran national leader and former Union Minister & Chief Minister
of Maharashtra.
● Uddhav
Thackeray – Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra (2019–2022);
current Leader of Opposition in
Maharashtra Legislative Council; President of Shiv Sena (UBT).
● Nirmala
Sitharaman – Current
Union Minister of Finance &
Corporate Affairs; one of India’s most senior and influential cabinet
leaders.
● Bangaru
Dattatreya – Senior
BJP leader; former Governor of Haryana
(2019–2021) and Governor of Himachal
Pradesh (2021–2023); long-time Parliamentarian.
● Vidyasagar
Rao – Veteran BJP leader; former Governor of Maharashtra (2014–2019);
former MP and Union Minister of State.
● Manoj
Tiwari – BJP
leader; MP from North East Delhi since
2014 (three consecutive terms); former President of BJP’s Delhi unit.
● G.
Kishan Reddy
– Union Minister of Coal & Mines; MP from Secunderabad; President of BJP Telangana.
● Pravin
Darekar – Former Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra
Legislative Council; MLC; elected President
of the Maharashtra State Cooperative Union (2025).
● Vinod
Tawde – National General Secretary of BJP;
former Maharashtra State Minister (Education, Cultural Affairs, Sports, Medical
Education, etc.).
● Ishwarlal
Jain – Former Rajya Sabha MP (2010–2016) representing Maharashtra (NCP).
● Rahul
Narwekar – BJP MLA
from Colaba; currently serving as Speaker
of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly.
● Suresh
Angadi – Late
BJP leader; former Union Minister of
State for Railways (2019–2020); long-time MP from Belgaum.
Community
& Social Contributions
● Long-time advocate for the Qureshi community in Mumbai, working to
safeguard livelihoods during times of policy shifts.
● Known for bridging politics, business, and administration, ensuring inclusive
growth and welfare across communities.
Summary
Abubakar
Khan’s life reflects a rare blend of entrepreneurship,
political influence, and social service. From shaping Mumbai’s real estate
and infrastructure to supporting medical institutions and aiding millions
during crises, he has consistently worked towards development and community welfare. His wide-ranging political and
administrative networks, along with recognition at the Prime Minister’s 2024 swearing-in ceremony, highlight his stature
as a respected leader and changemaker in both business and public life
