Balram Jakhar
Indian politician and Governor of Madhya Pradesh
Indian politician and Governor of Madhya Pradesh
1923
102 years ago
Leaders & Politicians
India
Served as an Indian lawyer and politician, holding the position of the 23rd Governor of Madhya Pradesh from 1993 to 1998. Elected to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India's Parliament, Jakhar represented the Firozpur constituency multiple times and played a significant role in agricultural issues in the country. His tenure in the Lok Sabha included serving as the Speaker from 1980 to 1984, overseeing parliamentary proceedings during a crucial period. Jakhar's political career was marked by involvement in various legislative initiatives.
23rd Governor of Madhya Pradesh
Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 1980 to 1984
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