R. Vidyasagar Rao
Indian bureaucrat and political activist
Born
1939
87 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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Served as the Governor of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra in India. Held various positions in the Indian government during a lengthy career in public service. Engaged in numerous initiatives for social welfare and education. Actively involved in the development of policies aimed at poverty alleviation and empowerment of marginalized sections of society. Played a significant role in state politics and governance.
Governed Madhya Pradesh from 2015 to 2016
Governed Maharashtra from 2014 to 2019
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