title: Riyaz Ahmad
text: # Riyaz Ahmad
  
  Riyaz Ahmad (3 November 1958 – 29 April 2021) was an Indian politician and a member of the Sixteenth Legislative Assembly of Uttar Pradesh in India. He represented the Pilibhit constituency of Uttar Pradesh and was a member of the Samajwadi Party political party.
  
  ## Early life and education
  
  Riyaz Ahmad was born in the Pilibhit district. He attended the Kumaun University & University of Allahabad and attained MA & M.Com degrees.
  
  ## Political career
  
  Riyaz Ahmad was a MLA for five terms. He represented the Pilibhit constituency and was a member of the Samajwadi Party political party.
  
  ## Posts held
  
  | # | From | To | Position | Comments |
  | - | - | - | - | - |
  | 01 | 2012 | 2017 | Member, 16th Legislative Assembly | |
  | 02 | 2007 | 2012 | Member, 15th Legislative Assembly | |
  | 03 | 2002 | 2007 | Member, 14th Legislative Assembly | |
  | 04 | 1989 | 1991 | Member, 10th Legislative Assembly | Contested as Independent candidate. |
  | 05 | 1980 | 1985 | Member, 08th Legislative Assembly | Contested as Independent candidate. |
  