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Ghulam Nabi Azad

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  • Born 07 March 1949
  • Age 75
  • Birth Place Bhalessa, Jammu And Kashmir, India
  • Profession Politician, Social Worker
  • Political Party Democratic Progressive Azad Party
  • In Office Leader Of The Opposition In Rajya Sabha 8 June 2014 - 15 February 20211, Union Minister Of Health And Family Welfare 22 May 2009 - 26 May 2014, 7th Chief Minister Of The State Of Jammu & Kashmir 2 November 2005 - 11 July 2008, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 11 February 2009 - 15 February 2021, Member Of Parliament, Lok Sabha 3 April 1990 - 2 April 1996, Union Minister Of Parliamentary Affairs 23 May 2004 - 1 November 2005
  • Awards Padma Bhushan (2022)

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  • Rajya Sabha

Ghulam Nabi Azad BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 01 Jan 2025
Ghulam Nabi Azad: A Veteran Politician's Trajectory Born March 7, 1949, Ghulam Nabi Azad is a prominent Indian politician whose career spans decades. His political journey began with a successful leadership role in the 2002 Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. From 2005 to 2008, he served as the...

Ghulam Nabi Azad PERSONAL LIFE

Spouse Shameema Dev Azad (1980)
Children Saddam Nabi Azad (son), Sofiya Nabi Azad (daughter)
Education Government Degree Colleges, Bhadarwah, G.G.M. Science College, University of Jammu, University of Kashmir

POSITIONS HELD BY Ghulam Nabi Azad

Position Tenure
Member of the Lok Sabha N/A
Member of Rajya Sabha N/A
Member of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly N/A
Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha 8 June 2014 - Present
Member of the 7th Lok Sabha N/A
Member of the 8th Lok Sabha N/A

GHULAM NABI AZAD NEWS

'Air India should be shut': Stranded at Delhi airport, Ghulam Nabi Azad slams Tata group airline

May 08, 2024 5:53 pm

Around 80 Air India Express flights have been disrupted, including cancellations and long delays, due to the crew shortage since Tuesday night as over 200 cabin crew reported sick.

Anantnag: Ghulam Nabi bows out of race, says ‘want to serve people’

April 20, 2024 4:13 am

On April 2, the DPAP had announced Azad would contest from Anantnag-Rajouri seat, after which he said he would “lead his party from the front”.

DPAP's massive popularity cause of fear for many politicians: Ghulam Nabi Azad slams NC, Congress

April 14, 2024 10:33 pm

The former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister urged people to remain vigilant against parties exploiting them for political gains.

Advocating statehood, raising people's issues DPAP's agenda: Ghulam Nabi Azad

April 06, 2024 8:55 pm

“A strong presence in the Parliament is essential to advocate for the interests of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The people should unite and support DPAP's efforts to secure statehood and protect their rights,” he said.

Apni Party announces candidates for Srinagar, Anantnag-Rajouri

April 05, 2024 6:06 am

The party remained silent on its candidate in Baramulla constituency where it is likely to support Peoples Conference's Sajad Lone.

Ghulam Nabi Azad to contest from LS seat in South Kashmir

April 03, 2024 2:30 am

Anantnag-Rajouri has seen a change in dynamics following delimitation, inclusion of Gujjar- and Pahari-dominated belts

Ghulam Nabi Azad: Will insulate interests of J&K residents with law if voted to power

March 18, 2024 8:02 am

Addressing his first public rally in Jammu city after the announcement of Lok Sabha election schedule, Azad said legislation is needed to protect the interests of Jammu and Kashmir.

Assembly election in Jammu and Kashmir should be held soon after Lok Sabha polls: Ghulam Nabi Azad

March 09, 2024 4:20 pm

Asked whether he would contest the Lok Sabha polls, likely to be held in April-May, from the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, Ghulam Nabi Azad said he has not decided yet.

'Time will tell who is azad, who is ghulam': Omar Abdullah hits out at ex-Cong leader over his 'secret meeting' claim

February 19, 2024 7:58 pm

Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) President Ghulam Nabi Azad clarified and denied saying that Farooq Abdullah meets Prime Minister Modi.

Hope SC delivers verdict in favour of people of Jammu and Kashmir: Ghulam Nabi Azad on Article 370 petitions

December 10, 2023 2:10 pm

Azad, who floated the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) after parting ways with the Congress, said he cannot foresee Parliament reversing the decisions taken on August 5, 2019 as it would require a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha.

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