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George Fernandes
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- Born 03 June 1930
- Birth Place Mangaluru
- Profession Politician, Journalist, Trade Unionist, Editor, Writer, Co-producer
- Political Party Praja Socialist Party (before 1967), Samyukta Socialist Party (1967-73), Socialist Party (1973-77), Janata Party (1977-79), Janata Party (S) (1979-80), Janata Party (1980-88), Janata Dal (1988-94), Samata Party (1994-2003), Janata Dal (U) (2003-19)
- In Office Minister Of Defence 21 October 2001 - 22 May 2004, Union Minister Of Railways 2 December 1989 - 10 November 1990, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha For Bihar 4 August 2009 - 7 July 2010, Member Of Parliament, Lok Sabha 2004-2009
- Residence Bangalore, Karnataka, India
- Awards Padma Vibhushan (2020) (posthumously)
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- Former Defence Minister
George Fernandes BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 29 Jan 2025
George Fernandes (3 June 1930 - 29 January 2019): A Socialist Stalwart A prominent trade unionist, journalist, and statesman, George Fernandes held the Defence portfolio from 1998 to 2004. His over three-decade-long Lok Sabha career, beginning in 1967, predominantly represented Bihar constituencies....
George Fernandes PERSONAL LIFE
| Spouse | Leila Kabir |
| Children | 1 son |
POSITIONS HELD BY George Fernandes
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Minister of Defence (India) | 21 October 2001 - 22 May 2004 |
| Minister of Railways | 2 December 1989 - 10 November 1990 |
| Member of Rajya Sabha | 4 August 2009 - 7 July 2010 |
| Minister of Defence (India) | 19 March 1998 - 16 March 2001 |
| Member of the 4th Lok Sabha | 1967 - 1971 |
GEORGE FERNANDES NEWS
Ex-Fernandes aides to launch new outfit
June 04, 2013 2:46 am
Eye on Bihar,ex-MPs Upendra Kushwaha,Brahmanand Mandal among those backing the idea
Sharad Yadav all set to be JD(U) chief for a third time
April 14, 2013 12:12 am
Sharad Yadav will is all set to be President of JD(U) for a third consecutive time.
WikiLeaks cable on George Fernandes' link to CIA inaccurate,says wife
April 08, 2013 9:13 pm
WikiLeaks revelation shows George Fernandes sought funds for sobotage activities in India.
Leila vs Jaya: George Fernandes storm rages in SC
July 20, 2012 2:08 pm
The maverick politician is extremely ill,but that has added fuel to the fight for his 'well-being'.
Vajpayee not to be called by JPC
July 10, 2012 11:45 am
Vajpayee's name was suggested as a witness before the JPC looking into the 2G scam.
Fake arms deal case: HC seeks CBI's reply on Jaya Jaitly's plea
May 04, 2012 2:25 pm
Jaya is charged for taking bribe to recommend to NDA govt fake defence gadget supply deal to Army.
Cant meet Fernandes: HC to Jaya Jaitly
April 17, 2012 12:32 am
Delhi High Court has declined her visitation rights to meet the ailing leader
Visiting George,for a darshan rather than a chat
December 12, 2011 12:11 am
George was lying on his back in bed,its upper half lifted to help him into a sitting position.
Will complete Barak deal probe in two months: CBI
March 15, 2011 11:42 pm
George Fernandes,Jaya Jaitley,the then Naval chief Admiral Susheel Kumar and arms dealer Suresh Nanda are accused in the case.
End of open house at 3,Krishna Menon Marg
November 14, 2010 1:40 am
The letters on the name plate at 3,Krishna Menon Marg are faded,and look forlorn. Their edges have worn off,just like the man himself.
