Gopinath Munde

Indian politician and Deputy Chief Minister

Gopinath Munde - Indian politician and Deputy Chief Minister
Born

1949
76 years ago

Died

June 3rd, 2014
10 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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Served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, holding the office from 2014 until his death. Engaged in politics with the Bharatiya Janata Party, he was also a member of the Lok Sabha, representing the Beed constituency. Focused on rural development and initiatives to improve farmers' welfare. Contributed to various government programs aimed at boosting infrastructure and agriculture in the state.

Served as Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister

Elected to the Lok Sabha from Beed

Advocated for rural development initiatives

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