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Harish Rawat

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  • Born 27 April 1948
  • Age 76
  • Birth Place Almora, United Provinces, India, (now In, Uttarakhand, India, )
  • Profession Politician
  • Political Party Indian National Congress
  • In Office 7th Chief Minister Of Uttarakhand 11 May 2016 - 18 March 2017, Union Minister Of Water Resources 30 October 2012 - 31 January 2014, Member Of Parliament, Lok Sabha 2009-2014, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 2002-2008

Harish Rawat BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 05 Jan 2025
Harish Singh Rawat: A Veteran Congress Leader Born April 27, 1948, Harish Singh Rawat is a prominent figure in Indian politics, having served as Uttarakhand's Chief Minister from 2014 to 2017. A five-time Member of Parliament, his long career within the Indian National Congress showcases significant...

Harish Rawat PERSONAL LIFE

Father Rajendra Singh Rawat
Spouse Renuka Rawat
Education Bachelor of Arts, L.L.B.

POSITIONS HELD BY Harish Rawat

Position Tenure
Member of the Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly N/A
Member of the 15th Lok Sabha N/A
Member of the 9th Lok Sabha 2 December 1989 - 13 March 1991
Member of the 7th Lok Sabha N/A
Member of the 8th Lok Sabha N/A
Minister of Water Resources 30 October 2012 - 31 January 2014
Member of Rajya Sabha 2002 - 2008
Chief Minister of Uttarakhand 1 February 2014 - 27 March 2016
Chief Minister of Uttarakhand 21 April 2016 - 22 April 2016
Chief Minister of Uttarakhand 11 May 2016 - 18 March 2017

HARISH RAWAT NEWS

Inside Track: Amit Shah an admirer of Indira Gandhi?

April 03, 2016 8:19 am

Also read how the Congress party almost lost its war room - 15, Gurdwara Rakabganj Road.

Rawat shown black flags, his convoy pelted with stones in Doon

April 02, 2016 9:59 pm

"Fortunately, no one was hurt but it shows the desperation of BJP which has lost all sense of political courtesy," said senior Congress leader and former CM's media incharge Surendra Kumar.

I challenge BJP to muster courage and call fresh elections: Ex-CM Harish Rawat

April 02, 2016 11:20 am

In an interview to Manoj C G, he speaks about the challenges he faces, and dares the BJP to call fresh elections.

Uttarakhand crisis: Police tapped phones on Harish Rawat’s orders, says BJP

March 31, 2016 1:29 am

The party also alleged that the former CM was continuing horse-trading attempts.

Uttarakhand crisis: Centre versus State is now Court versus Centre

March 30, 2016 12:26 pm

Harish Rawat said Uttarakhand has already suffered a "jolt" and "deep wounds" in the form of defections but other opposition-ruled states will be saved from the Centre's designs

Uttarakhand High Court allows floor test on March 31, Congress rebels to vote; Rawat says will prove majority

March 29, 2016 4:34 pm

The floor test will held in the presence of Registrar General of the high court at 11 am.

Uttarakhand crisis: Rawat moves HC, parades 34 MLAs before Governor

March 29, 2016 5:09 am

After hearing both the sides for close to four hours, the single bench of Justice U C Dhyani of the high court said the hearing will continue on Tuesday.

Harish Rawat: The 'public's CM' who encouraged groupism in Congress?

March 28, 2016 2:13 pm

Among the rebel nine MLAs, several had alleged that Harish Rawat did not listen to their concerns and often rejected proposals related to their departments.

President’s Rule in Uttarakhand: Will challenge govt’s move in court, says Congress

March 28, 2016 9:11 am

“Courts are still there in India. We will approach courts and file a petition demanding striking down of the imposition of the President’s Rule. We will approach the High Court,” said Kapil Sibal.

Uttarakhand crisis: The strong arm

March 28, 2016 7:47 am

The invoking of Article 356 in Uttarakhand goes against the grain of democratic and federal principles.

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