Yogi Adityanath

Indian politician and chief minister

Yogi Adityanath - Indian politician and chief minister
Born

June 5th, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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A prominent politician, served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 2017. Was elected to the Lok Sabha multiple times, representing the Gorakhpur constituency. Involved in various initiatives related to law and order, infrastructure development, and welfare schemes across the state. A member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), closely associated with the organization since its early years. Prior to politics, served as the head of the Gorakhnath Math, a prominent monastery.

Served as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh

Represented Gorakhpur in Lok Sabha multiple times

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