Govind Ballabh Pant

Indian politician, 2nd Chief Minister of UP

Govind Ballabh Pant - Indian politician, 2nd Chief Minister of UP
Born

September 10th, 1887
137 years ago

Died

March 7th, 1961
64 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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A prominent lawyer and politician, served as the 2nd Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 1955 to 1961. Played a significant role in the Indian freedom movement and was a close associate of Jawaharlal Nehru. Served as a member of the Constituent Assembly and contributed to the framing of the Indian Constitution. Worked to improve education and infrastructure in the state. Held various important positions, including Union Minister for Home Affairs.

Served as the 2nd Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh

Contributed to the Indian Constitution

Union Minister for Home Affairs

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