Mahant is also a writer, having authored 3 books of fiction and non-fiction, all of which are centered on India and its history, culture, politics, society, and more.

So, he prepares action plan and organizes State-level programs for the uplifting of tribal life; encouraging and creating platforms for folk art such as drama, dance, and songs.

His father, Late Shri Bisahu Das Mahant, was a former Congress MLA and state minister from Champa, besides being a well-known social worker.

His interests and favourite pastimes include painting, music, sports, reading, participating in debates, travelling and spending time with members of the family.

Bhanupriya Mahant graduated from People's College of Dental Science & Research Centre (PCDS & RC) lives in Kansas, USA.

Suraj Mahant started Master of Public Administration at UMKC and also lives in Kansas, USA.

Mahant's diplomatic career started as Member of Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly for two terms, from 1980 to 1990.

Again in 2018, Mahant contested Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly election and defeated Medha Ram Sahu of (BJP) by margin of 30,046 votes.