Yashwantrao Chavan
Indian politician and Deputy Prime Minister
Born
March 12th, 1913
112 years ago
Died
November 25th, 1984
40 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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Served as the 5th Deputy Prime Minister of India from 1971 to 1975. Played a significant role in the Indian National Congress, contributing to the formation of the Maharashtra state in 1960. Held various ministerial positions, including the Minister of Home Affairs and the Minister of Finance. Active in the Indian independence movement, he was a prominent figure in Indian politics post-independence. His leadership greatly influenced the political landscape of Maharashtra and beyond.
Served as Deputy Prime Minister of India
Contributed to the formation of Maharashtra
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