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Born 27 May 1957
Age 67
Birth Place Nagpur, Bombay State, (present-day, Maharashtra, ), India
Profession Businessman, Politician
Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
In Office 9th Union Minister Of Micro, Small And Medium Enterprises 30 May 2019 - 7 July 2021, 7th Union Minister Of Shipping 26 May 2014 - 30 May 2019, 43rd Union Minister Of Water Resources, River Development And Ganga Rejuvenation 3 September 2017 - 30 May 2019, 19th Union Minister Of Rural Development 4 June 2014 - 9 November 2014, 6th Union Minister Of Panchayati Raj 4 June 2014 - 9 November 2014, 5th Union Minister Of Drinking Water And Sanitation 4 June 2014 - 9 November 2014, 9th National President Of Bharatiya Janata Party 23 December 2009 - 23 January 2013, 17th Leader Of The Opposition In Maharashtra Legislative Council 23 October 1999 - 11 April 2005, Member Of Maharashtra Legislative Council 20 July 1990 - 16 May 2014, Cabinet Minister, Government Of Maharashtra 14 March 1995 - 31 January 1999, Cabinet Minister, Government Of Maharashtra 1 February 1999 - 17 October 1999, President Of Bharatiya Janata Party, Maharashtra 5 April 2005 - 22 December 2009

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Nitin Gadkari BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 14 Jan 2025

Senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari has taken charge as the Minister of Road Transport and Highways for the third consecutive term after Narendra Modi-led NDA formed government again in 2024. Gadkari, popularly referred to as the ‘Highway Man of India’, is credited with the construction of more t...han 54,858 km of national highways in the country in the last 10 years. The 67-year-old leader from Nagpur in Maharashtra has been the longest serving road transport & highways minister. Under his leadership, the road ministry aims to complete the construction of 1,386-km Delhi-Mumbai Express by December this year. As the Minister for Road Transport and Highways, he has been at the forefront of initiatives promoting the use of electric vehicles and renewable energy sources. His emphasis on reducing pollution and finding sustainable solutions aligns with the global shift towards a greener future. Gadkari’s ministry has prioritised development of the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, Delhi-Meerut Expressway and Vadodara-Mumbai Expressway. It has also got the nod for the Bharat Mala project that aims to develop 5,500 km of new roads along the country’s international borders and coastal areas. Another 6,000 km of roads to connect religious and tourism centres in mountainous terrain are expected to come up, while national highways will be developed to connect district headquarters in the country. Gadkari's political career began in his college days when he joined the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). As a member of the BJP, Gadkari has held several significant positions. He served as the President of the Maharashtra BJP from 2004 to 2009 and played a crucial role in the party's electoral success in the state. Under his leadership, the party made significant gains in the 2004 and 2009 Maharashtra Legislative Assembly elections. One of Gadkari's notable achievements was his tenure as the Minister for Public Works in the Government of Maharashtra from 1995 to 1999. During this time, he introduced several infrastructure development projects, including the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, which revolutionized connectivity between the two major cities. When he became BJP president, he was his party’s youngest chief. Proud of his RSS links, he spoke out against attacks on churches and minority institutions and reassured them that the government would not protect anyone trying to target minorities. At the same time, he criticised the Opposition for “running a campaign to show that the BJP was against minorities”. The imposition of emergency by Indira Gandhi in June 1975 was a turning point in his life, following which he decided todedicate his life to social work rather than practicising law. Gadkari studied M.Com, LLB and diploma in business management. As a PWD Minister between 1995 and 1999, he gained first experience to undertake infrastructure projects. Married to Kanchan Gadkari, they have three children. He won the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections on BJP's ticket and will be looking to secure a hat-trick, after being announced as the BJP candidate for the Nagpur Lok Sabha constituency once again in 2024.

Nitin Gadkari PERSONAL LIFE

Spouse	Kanchan Gadkari
Children	3 (2 sons and 1 daughter)
Education	Master of Commerce, Bachelor of Laws, Doctor of Letters

POSITIONS HELD BY Nitin Gadkari

Position	Tenure
Member of the Maharashtra Legislature	N/A
Member of the 16th Lok Sabha	N/A
Member of the 17th Lok Sabha	N/A
Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises	30 May 2019 - 7 July 2021
Minister of Road Transport and Highways	26 May 2014 - Present
Minister of Shipping (India)	26 May 2014 - 30 May 2019

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India should look to convert world's 'hatred' for China into economic opportunity: Gadkari

April 27, 2020 1:44 pm

"At the same time, we can make infrastructure of Rs 100 lakh crore," he added.

Rs 1-lakh crore fund in the works to repay pending dues to MSMEs: Nitin Gadkari

April 24, 2020 5:56 pm

The Minister for MSME and Road Transport and Highways said the fund will impart relief to the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sector to a certain extent.

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Govt to redefine MSMEs, will set aside Rs 10,000 crore: Nitin Gadkari

April 18, 2020 12:11 am

"We are modifying the definition of MSMEs and will decide within five days. We are also setting up a fund worth Rs 10,000 crores," Gadkari said.

Gadkari to inaugurate, lay foundation stones for `20K-cr projects in Haryana

Working on plan to ensure payment of MSME dues in 3 months: Nitin Gadkari

March 20, 2020 5:22 am

He said all banks — scheduled, private and cooperative — and NBFCs are now allowed to lend money to the MSME sector and all loans sanctioned and disbursed under various schemes will be monitored through a central portal in his ministry.

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'What about us?': Lok Sabha members eye Khadi wrist watches

March 12, 2020 2:33 pm

"I will try to give it (wrist watch) on concession rate... it is (now) out of the market," Gadkari told members and many of them were seen smiling.

Nitin Gadkari praises Savarkar’s nationalism, warns against fundamentalism

February 28, 2020 1:11 am

Nitin Gadkari warned that if fundamentalists continue to gain power, socialism, democracy, or secularism will not survive.

Non-polluting vehicles: Can Transport Minister come, explain proposal, asks top court

February 20, 2020 3:27 am

A bench of Chief Justice of India S A Bobde and Justices B R Gavai and Surya Kant, however, did not seek his presence after Additional Solicitor General Atmaram Nadkarni said it might be misused politically.

Can transport minister come to explain govt proposal for introducing EVs, asks SC

February 19, 2020 5:07 pm

A bench, headed by Chief Justice S A Bobde, enquired from Nadkarni as to whether the minister can come over for an interaction to assist this court.

Dead assets in govt to be shown the door, says Nitin Gadkari

January 14, 2020 3:11 am

Addressing the Road Safety Stakeholders’ Meet, Gadkari said officials who compromised on road safety by not taking timely decisions or those who are accountable for faulty DPRs (detailed project reports) or road engineering will have to face stringent action.

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Nitin Gadkari: Have readied plan to achieve Rs 5 lakh crore per annum revenue from village economy

January 07, 2020 4:51 am

He said as part of this programme, manufacturing, processing, packaging and selling village produce such as honey, khadi cloth, papad, and cosmetics would be given impetus.

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