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Kiren Rijiju
BJP
DOB
19 Nov 1971
Age
54 years
birth palce
Nafra, Distt. West Kameng (Arunachal Pradesh)
profession
Politician
Kiren Rijiju biography
Kiren Rijiju has been one of the key ministers in Narendra Modi cabinet since the BJP came into power in 2014. In 2024, Rijiju has also been given the charge of the Ministry of Minority Affairs. In the previous BJP government, Rijiju held the portfolios of Food Processing Industries, Earth Sciences, Law and Justice, Youth Affairs and Sports as an independent Charge; and was a Minister of State (MoS) for Minority Affairs.
Rijiju, who is a member of the Parliament in Lok Sabha from Arunachal West. Rijiju, 51, took over as law minister in July 2021. He was promoted to a Cabinet rank from being a junior minister with independent charge of Youth Affairs and Sports. His elevation came as a surprise for many since Rijiju, even as a law graduate, was an outsider to the legal fraternity.
Things went against Rijiju after he took on the judiciary on several issues from the appointment of judges and accountability to court vacations. When the judiciary had complained of a delay in the appointment of judges, Rijiju had said, “If the government is sitting on files, then don’t send the files.”
Rijiju's criticism drew a sharp response from the Supreme Court, rekindling the debate on the collegium system of appointing judges. It was during his time as law minister that in an unprecedented move, the collegium made the objections of the government public.
However, as the Minister of Law and Justice, Rijiju introduced a number of reforms, such as the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC), which aims to make the appointment of judges more transparent and accountable. He has also introduced the Whistleblowers Protection Act, which aims to protect whistleblowers from retaliation.
In the BJP government, Rijiju has held a number of ministerial positions before taking up as the Minister of Law and Justice. He was the Minister of State for Home Affairs from 2014 to 2017. In 2017, he was appointed as the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports.
Born on November 19, 1971 in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, Rijiju is a member of the Nyishi tribe. He studied at St. Edmund's School, Shillong and then at Hansraj College, Delhi University, where he graduated with a degree in Political Science. He also holds a law degree from the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi. Rijiju began his political career in 1999, when he was elected to the Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly from the Dibang Valley constituency.
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Kiren Rijiju personal life
Spouse
Joram Rina Rijiju
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KIREN RIJIJU NEWS
Kiren Rijiju at Idea Exchange: ‘Anybody can create a political party but don’t undermine and ridicule Indian democracy’
June 15, 2026 6:39 am
Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, is seen as one of the most vocal leaders in the BJP-led NDA government which has just completed two years of its third term. He plays a crucial role as the government is keen on passing the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, also known as the Delimitation Bill, 2026, which failed to get the two-third majority in the Lok Sabha in April.
Education Minister isn’t running away… he’s taken steps to fix the problem: Kiren Rijiju
June 07, 2026 9:40 am
“If a fraud is committed by the Minister or the Minister’s staff, then the Minister is responsible…in an autonomous body, if some trouble happens in that autonomous body, then the body is answerable for that,” the Union minister said
Kiren Rijiju shares video of heavily littered train coach: ‘Learn from Mizoram, our North East’
June 04, 2026 12:40 pm
The video begins by showing a train coach strewn with blankets and bed covers dumped on the floor, alongside food wrappers and other waste scattered throughout the compartment.
As Owaisi takes on Rijiju over Muslim numbers, a key question: What is a minority?
May 23, 2026 3:54 am
Union Minority Affairs Minister compares population of Muslims with Parsis, notes that still both are "minorities". AIMIM chief accuses him of “indulging in propaganda to deny Muslims their fundamental rights under Article 30”
Kiren Rijiju: Rahul Gandhi not following protocol for foreign visits
May 16, 2026 5:17 am
Reacting to similar allegations by the BJP a day earlier, the Congress countered the accusations against its senior leader by terming them a tactic to deviate attention from “setback after setback” to the foreign policy of the BJP-led government.
'Congress's black spot won't wash off': Rijiju says party will now face 'wrath of women'
April 18, 2026 5:17 pm
Kiren Rijiju has slammed Congress over the defeat of the Women's Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha, calling it a "black spot" and a "huge loss" for women's rights in India.
Parliament to reconvene on April 16 for 3 days; we have certain Bills, says Rijiju
April 03, 2026 12:52 am
Opposition criticises move, says bringing amendments in the middle of the Assembly election campaign is to make electoral benefits
'Stop your games': Rajya Sabha erupts as Kiren Rijiju hints at special session; Opposition alleges poll code violation
April 02, 2026 5:33 pm
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Jairam Ramesh are accusing the government of violating the Model Code of Conduct for political gain in the upcoming Assembly elections.
'Where was your PM?': Kharge spars with Rijiju over Modi's absence from all-party meet
April 02, 2026 2:31 am
Kiren Rijiju said the government was not running away from any discussion and ministers have made statements in the House on the West Asia issue.
Delhi Confidential: House Warmth
March 18, 2026 4:35 am
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju is known for his warm rapport with many fellow MPs and political leaders.
KIREN RIJIJU PHOTOS
BJP delegation meets EC, seeks action against Kharge over ‘terrorist’ remark on PM Modi
April 22, 2026 3:49 pm
The Bharatiya Janata Party raised objections before the Election Commission over remarks made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge during a press conference, calling for firm intervention and accountability in the matter
Exclusive pictures of MI-17 V5 Helicopters
April 10, 2015 12:28 pm
The two choppers are the first batch of the helicopters' fleet which are expected to join the BSF by year-end.
KIREN RIJIJU VIDEOS
Along with Kerala, Nagaland is going through its own crisis this monsoon: News in Numbers
June 22, 2020 6:17 pm
The Nagaland government requires around Rs 800 crore immediately for the restoration of the damages caused by landslides and flash flood during this monsoon season, a top state government official said Monday. See more: https://bit.ly/2M2t86i
Rijiju Rubbishes Involvement In MW Kameng Hydro Electric Project Scam
June 22, 2020 7:18 pm
India has given all Pathankot attack evidence to Pak: Kiren Rijiju
March 01, 2016 8:32 am
New Delhi, Mar 01 (ANI): Minister of state for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said that India has handed over all evidence collected in relation to Pathankot attack to Pakistan. He added that for the first time Pakistan has initiated action after handing over of evidence by India by registering the case. The Pakistan had decided to send a team to Pathankot but they haven't yet given details.
Headley’s deposition will lead to logical conclusions: Rijiju
February 08, 2016 9:31 am
Rampur/ New Delhi, Feb 08 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju said that David Coleman Headley revelation will lead India to a logical conclusion. He added that he cannot speak in details as he does not have any official confirmation yet. He further said that it was already known who is involved in the terror attack and Headley’s deposition will be helpful.
21st Century will be Asian Century: Rijiju in Tokyo
January 20, 2016 7:13 am
Tokyo, Jan 20 (ANI): Addressing a symposium in Tokyo, Japan, Union Minister of State (MoS) for Home Kiren Rijiju said the 21st century will be the Asian Century as the world look to countries in Asia the for upliftment of the global economy.He said Asia would provide ideas and leadership for a harmonious global relationship.The theme of the symposium was 'Shared Values and Democracy in Asia'.
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