Sanjay Gandhi

Indian engineer and politician

Sanjay Gandhi - Indian engineer and politician
Born

1946
79 years ago

Died

June 23rd, 1980
44 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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An engineer and politician, focused on urban development and industrialization in India. Served as the Deputy Minister for Civil Aviation and served in a prominent role during the Emergency period in India. Launched initiatives aimed at promoting family planning, as well as automating and expanding the aviation sector. Associated with various controversies during political tenure.

Advanced aviation policies in India

Promoted family planning initiatives

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