Mumbai: Stories of IAS officers marrying fellow bureaucrats are common, but the story given below stands out. But what if we tell you about an accomplished IAS officer who took an unconventional route in her personal life by tying the knot with a renowned television actor? Well, this story revolves around Smita Gate, an IAS officer of the Madhya Pradesh cadre.
Smita Gate was born on March 16, 1966. She demonstrated a strong commitment to education from an early age. She finished her schooling at Central School. Later, she pursued her studies in microbiology at Nowrosjee Wadia College. In addition, she pursued sociology at Garware College of Science and Arts, showcasing her dedication to academic excellence.
Nitish Bharadwaj, renowned for his iconic role as Lord Krishna in BR Chopra’s ‘Mahabharat,’ met Smita through mutual friends. Their bond grew swiftly, with love blossoming after only a few meetings. Despite their contrasting professional worlds, they found a deep connection, ultimately deciding to embark on a journey of marriage together.
Their couple got married on March 14, 2009, marking a second chance at companionship for both. Together, they welcomed twin daughters, Devyani and Shivarjanee, who became the heart of their world. However, as life unfolds with its challenges, their love story took an unexpected turn. The couple decided to part ways in 2022 after 12 years of marriage.
In February 2024, Mahabharat actor Nitish Bharadwaj hit the headlines after filing a police complaint against his estranged wife Smita Gate, and accusing her of mental harassment. As per the news agency ANI report, Bhardwaj has stated in the complaint that he married Smita Ghate, an IAS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre, in 2009 and had twin daughters, currently aged around 11 years old. Subsequently a divorce petition is filed at the Mumbai family court and the case is pending.
According to the ANI report, the TV actor alleged that his estranged wife has denied him his rights as a father by refusing to allow him to meet their daughters. He also detailed how Smita Gate allegedly restricted his access to their daughters by frequently changing their schools.
Nitish addressed their separation with brevity, highlighting the mutual respect they shared while opting to keep the reasons private, showcasing the dignity that defined their relationship.
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Smita Gate was born on March 16, 1966. She demonstrated a strong commitment to education from an early age. She finished her schooling at Central School. Later, she pursued her studies in microbiology at Nowrosjee Wadia College. In addition, she pursued sociology at Garware College of Science and Arts, showcasing her dedication to academic excellence.
Nitish Bharadwaj, renowned for his iconic role as Lord Krishna in BR Chopra’s ‘Mahabharat,’ met Smita through mutual friends. Their bond grew swiftly, with love blossoming after only a few meetings. Despite their contrasting professional worlds, they found a deep connection, ultimately deciding to embark on a journey of marriage together.
Their couple got married on March 14, 2009, marking a second chance at companionship for both. Together, they welcomed twin daughters, Devyani and Shivarjanee, who became the heart of their world. However, as life unfolds with its challenges, their love story took an unexpected turn. The couple decided to part ways in 2022 after 12 years of marriage.
In February 2024, Mahabharat actor Nitish Bharadwaj hit the headlines after filing a police complaint against his estranged wife Smita Gate, and accusing her of mental harassment. As per the news agency ANI report, Bhardwaj has stated in the complaint that he married Smita Ghate, an IAS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre, in 2009 and had twin daughters, currently aged around 11 years old. Subsequently a divorce petition is filed at the Mumbai family court and the case is pending.
According to the ANI report, the TV actor alleged that his estranged wife has denied him his rights as a father by refusing to allow him to meet their daughters. He also detailed how Smita Gate allegedly restricted his access to their daughters by frequently changing their schools.
Nitish addressed their separation with brevity, highlighting the mutual respect they shared while opting to keep the reasons private, showcasing the dignity that defined their relationship.