2000-2004
Sharada Pooryanaik served as a member of the Harnahalli Zilla Panchayat. During this period, she actively worked towards addressing local issues and contributed to the development of her community through dedicated service and initiatives.
2004-2010
Service as president of Shimoga Zilla Panchayat
From 2004-05 to 2010, Sharada Pooryanaik served as a member of the Harnahalli Zilla Panchayat, elected on a Janata Dal (Secular) ticket. During this tenure, she actively contributed to the development of her constituency and addressed various local issues with dedication. Notably, during the same period, she served as the President of the Shivamogga Zilla Panchayat in 2007-08, showcasing her leadership skills and ability to handle significant responsibilities. Her tenure as Zilla Panchayat President was marked by initiatives aimed at improving rural infrastructure and community welfare, further strengthening her reputation as a capable leader.
2013-2018
Sharada Pooryanaik was elected as the MLA of Shivamogga Rural constituency. She contested the 2013 Karnataka Legislative Assembly elections on a Janata Dal (Secular) ticket and won the election.
2013
In the 2013 Karnataka Legislative Assembly elections, Sharada Pooryanaik contested from the Shivamogga Rural constituency on a Janata Dal (Secular) (JD(S)) ticket and emerged victorious. This marked her first election win as an MLA.
2018
Sharada Pooryanaik narrowly lost the election by a margin of 3,000 votes, missing the opportunity to be re-elected as the MLA. Despite her efforts, she was not able to secure a second consecutive term as the representative of the Shivamogga Rural constituency. However, she continued to maintain strong connections with the people of her constituency and worked towards addressing their issues.
2023
Sharada Pooryanaik contested again from the Shivamogga Rural constituency and secured a victory, marking her second term as an MLA. This victory reaffirms the trust and support of the people in her leadership and dedication. With her re-election, she continues her commitment to addressing the developmental needs and concerns of her constituency, further strengthening her position as a prominent political leader in the region.
2023
After her victory in the 2023 Karnataka Legislative Assembly elections, Sharada Pooryanaik was appointed as the Deputy Leader of the JD(S) Legislative Party. In this role, she continues to serve her constituency and the party by contributing to legislative affairs and supporting the leadership within the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. Her appointment as the Deputy Leader further reflects her significant political influence and her continued commitment to public service.