K. C. Pant

Indian politician, former Defence Minister

K. C. Pant - Leaders & Politicians born 1931
Born

1931
95 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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Served as the 18th Minister of Defence in India from 1989 to 1990. Held various government positions, including being a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of India's Parliament. Contributed to defense policy and national security initiatives during a critical period in Indian history. Also engaged in social and developmental issues, working on various committees focusing on economic reforms and rural development. After retirement, continued to participate in public discourse and contributed to various think tanks.

Served as India's Defence Minister

Held a prominent role in shaping defense policy

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