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Rajnath Singh
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- Born 10 July 1951
- Age 73
- Birth Place Bhabhaura, Uttar Pradesh India
- Profession Politician, Lecturer
- Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party
- In Office Deputy Leader Of The House, Lok Sabha 30 May 2019 - 4 June 2024, 25th Union Minister Of Home Affairs 26 May 2014 - 30 May 2019, 8th National President Of Bharatiya Janata Party 24 January 2013 - 8 July 2014, 27th Union Minister Of Agriculture 24 May 2003 - 22 May 2004, 19th Chief Minister Of Uttar Pradesh 28 October 2000 - 8 March 2002, 34th Union Minister Of Road Transport & Highways 22 November 1999 - 27 October 2000, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 26 November 2002 - 25 November 2008, 4th National President Of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha 1988-1990
- Residence 17, Akbar Road, New Delhi
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rajnath singh BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 20 Jan 2025
Rajnath Singh, one of the key leaders of the BJP and currently the Union Defence Minister, has had a long political career spanning several decades. Rajnath Singh's political journey began in the early 1970s when he became associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). His strong ideological...
rajnath singh PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Rambadan Singh |
| Mother | Gujrati Devi |
| Spouse | Savitri Singh (1971), |
| Children | 3, including Pankaj Singh |
| Education | M.Sc. in Physics |
POSITIONS HELD BY Rajnath Singh
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Member of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly | 1977 - 1980 |
| Minister of Home Affairs | 26 May 2014 - 30 May 2019 |
| Member of the 16th Lok Sabha | 26 May 2014 - 24 May 2019 |
| Member of the 15th Lok Sabha | 2009 - 2014 |
| Member of the 17th Lok Sabha | 30 May 2019 - Present |
RAJNATH SINGH NEWS
Private sector should put profit and national interest in tandem: Rajnath Singh
November 26, 2025 4:03 am
He also urged the private sector to strive to increase its contribution in defence manufacturing to over 50 per cent in the years to come.
Op Sindoor was in line with Lord Krishna’s message of righteous rule: Rajnath
November 25, 2025 2:20 am
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Operation Sindoor embodied the Gita’s principles of righteous action and strength, asserting that India responded firmly to the Pahalgam terror attack.
‘Borders can change’: Citing Advani, Rajnath Singh says ‘Sindh may return to India’
November 24, 2025 8:08 am
The Defence Minister said that veteran BJP leader L K Advani, who is from the Sindhi community, wrote in a book that Sindhi Hindus, especially those from his generation, have still not accepted the separation of Sindh from India.
International Gita Mahotsav: PM to participate in ‘Maha Aarti’ in Kurukshetra, Rajnath to inaugurate Haryana pavilion
November 23, 2025 11:05 am
Modi will first participate in the ceremony organised at Jyotisar on the occasion of 350th martyrdom day of Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur.
Today’s world needs new UN and global order, says Rajnath Singh
November 22, 2025 4:01 am
He was addressing the 26th International Conference of Chief Justices of the World (ICCJW) in his parliamentary constituency Lucknow.
Rajnath, Yogi target Left historians: ‘They ignored Pasi icons’
November 17, 2025 4:00 pm
Speaking at the ceremony, Rajnath congratulated the Uttar Pradesh government and praised the decision to teach the lives of Pasi leaders and heroines in schools.
Those responsible for Delhi blast will not be spared: Rajnath Singh
November 11, 2025 5:24 pm
Speaking at a defence conclave, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stressed the need to adapt to disruptive technologies like AI, quantum computing and swarm tech.
If he's really concerned, Rahul should have appointed SC, ST or minority person as LoP: Rajnath
November 08, 2025 5:45 pm
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressing rallies in Bihar’s Rohtas and Kaimur districts, said Rahul Gandhi’s “vote chori” allegations were baseless and accused the Congress of divisive politics.
Don't drag armed forces into politics, it has only one religion of 'sainya dharma': Rajnath Singh hits back at Rahul Gandhi
November 05, 2025 4:00 pm
Rajnath Singh accused Rahul Gandhi of trying to divide the armed forces along religious lines after the Leader of Opposition made a remark suggesting that even the Army is under the control of 10 per cent of the population.
Indo-Pacific should remain open, free from coercion: Rajnath at ASEAN defence meet
November 02, 2025 2:19 am
India’s engagement with ASEAN rests on shared belief that the Indo-Pacific should remain free: Defence Minister
RAJNATH SINGH PHOTOS
India's Tri-Service contingent marches in Moscow on Victory Day
June 24, 2020 7:40 pm
The Victory Day parade normally is held on May 9, the nation's most important secular holiday, but this year it was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Defence Minister commissions second Kalvari class submarine INS Khanderi
September 30, 2019 6:37 am
A crucial feature of the new submarine is that unlike previous requirement of 60 crew, its maximum requirement is 36 crew. It saves oxygen availability and increases its capacity to stay underwater for long periods.
Rajnath Singh - first defence minister to fly in Tejas fighter jet
September 19, 2019 4:02 pm
"The minister will be briefed by IAF officers before taking a sortie on Thursday,” a Defence Ministry official had said.
Rajnath Singh visits Siachen after taking charge as Defence Minister
June 05, 2019 7:46 am
Rajnath Singh was briefed about the security situation in the region along the borders with Pakistan, and the operations being conducted by the Army, along with the support of air effort by the Indian Air Force.
Lok Sabha elections 2019: Amit Shah holds road show before filing nomination for Gandhinagar seat
March 30, 2019 12:14 pm
With just 11 days left for the Lok Sabha elections to kick off, leaders from major political parties are busy taking trips across the country in an effort to reach out to as many voters as possible. Gujarat will go to polls on April 23 in a single phase.
From Eiffel Tower to Taj Mahal: Delhi gets its own Wonders of the World Park
February 22, 2019 1:13 pm
From Eiffel Tower to Taj Mahal: The seven replicas have been made using different kinds of waste such as the scrap of automobile parts and other metal waste like fans, rods, iron sheets, nut-bolts, bicycle and bike parts.
Ramnath Goenka Awards: Celebrating excellence in the field of journalism
January 07, 2019 7:43 am
The Express Group instituted the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2005 as part of the centenary year celebrations of its founder, Ramnath Goenka. The awards aim to recognise courage and commitment and showcase the outstanding contributions of journalists from across the country.
Lucknow Metro makes maiden run, phase 1 has 8-km corridor: See pics
September 05, 2017 2:52 pm
The first phase of the Lucknow Metro line from Transport Nagar to Charbagh was inaugurated on Tuesday in the presence of UP Governor Ram Naik, CM Yogi Adityanath and Home Minister Rajnath Singh.
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May 27, 2016 8:59 am
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Budget session: Opposition turns up the heat on Government
February 24, 2016 10:28 pm
With the row over the JNU sedition case and the death of Dalit scholar Rohith Vemula setting the stage for a stormy start to the Budget session.
RAJNATH SINGH VIDEOS
BJP parliamentary party meets in Delhi ahead of stormy parliament session
March 01, 2016 4:32 pm
Venkaiah Naidu to lead high-power committee: HM on Jat Reservation
February 21, 2016 4:49 pm
New Delhi, Feb 21 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday reacted over the Jat Reservation issue by saying that a high-power committee has been formed which would be led by Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu. He also said that the committee has been asked to submit a comprehensive report to find the solution of this problem as soon as possible. He also appealed to the people of Haryana to help in maintaining peace and order in the state.
Rajnath announces Rs 5 crore for Delhi Police Welfare
February 16, 2016 6:37 am
New Delhi, Feb 16 (ANI): Speaking at the 69th Delhi Police Raising Day ceremony, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday announced five crore rupees for the Delhi Police Welfare. During the event, he lauded Delhi Commissioner of Police (CP) BS Bassi for his leadership and said that because of him the Delhi Police has been successful in so many projects. He further appreciated him for motivating and encouraging people working under him.
Will meet Rajnath, JNU VC today: AIATF
February 15, 2016 1:46 pm
New Delhi, Feb 15 (ANI): All-India Anti-Terrorist Front (AIATF) Chairman M S Bitta on Monday asked that when Afzal Guru was proved guilty and sentenced to death by the Supreme Court, then why this matter was raised again by the political parties. He further said that they will meet Home Minister Rajnath Singh and JNU VC today regarding the conflict that is going on. Bitta added that if the government will not take action, then families of martyrs will sit outside JNU and will urge the government for justice.
Nitish demands proof on Rajnath’s JNU remark
February 15, 2016 1:38 pm
Patna, Feb 15 (ANI): Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday demanded proof from Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh for putting the onus of Jawaharlal Nehru University row on LeT chief Hafiz Saeed. Kumar added that instead of making such baseless allegations, the people who raised anti-national slogans in the university must be identified. Kumar further stated that in 2019 General Assembly elections, people will throw them out seeing the way they are running the country.
Rajnath relies on a 'fake' Twitter handle: Prakash Karat
February 15, 2016 9:35 am
New Delhi, Feb 15 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Prakash Karat on Monday visited the JNU campus to express solidarity with the protesting students. Taking potshots at Home Minister Rajnath Singh's statement that JNU incident was supported by Hafiz Saeed, he said that Home Minister relies on a 'fake' Twitter handle. He further said that they were not perturbed by some unwarranted elements imposing the label of 'anti-national' on them. Karat added that they are prepared to face everything and are not worried about being labelled anti-national or something.
This is serious charge against students of JNU: GN Azad on HM's statement
February 14, 2016 5:25 pm
New Delhi, Feb 14 (ANI): Congress leader Gulam Nabi Azad on Sunday reacted over Home Minister Rajnath Singh’s statement on JNU issue by saying that this is for the first time that any union minister is dubbing a university as anti national. Speaking on the Home Minister's allegation that JNU was receiving support from LeT chief Hafiz Saeed, Azad said that it was a serious charge which Rajnath Singh has made on the students of a reputed University. He further said that the government should come out with valid evidence.
JNU row: Yechury demand evidence about Rajnath's Hafiz Saeed claim
February 14, 2016 3:19 pm
New Delhi, Feb 14 (ANI): Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Sitaram Yechury on Sunday questioned Home Minister Rajnath Singh's claim that event about Afzal Guru in the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus had the support of LeT chief Hafiz Saeed. The CPI (M) politburo member further asserted that if the Home Minister managed to bring up any evidence of 'anti-national' or terrorist activity in the varsity, then the CPI (M) will support necessary action in national interest. Amid a massive faceoff over the JNU controversy, Singh earlier alleged that 'anti-national' protests in the JNU campus had the backing of the LeT chief Hafiz Saeed.
Strict action will be taken: Rajnath on JNU issue
February 12, 2016 8:18 am
New Delhi, Feb 12 (ANI): Speaking about an event at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) against the hanging of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that whatever happened at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) was inappropriate. He said strict action will be taken against the anti-national elements. He added that if anyone raises anti-India slogans and tries to raise question on nation's unity and integrity, they would not be spared. Union Minister for Human Resource and Development (HRD) Smriti Irani also echoed similar sentiments, saying that academic institutions have the responsibility of following principles and thereby it should be kept in mind that institutions are respected. She added, “Nation can never tolerate any insult to Mother India:”
Pak stands exposed over Headley's claim: Rajnath Singh
February 11, 2016 2:31 pm
Trivandrum, Feb 11 (ANI): Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday asserted that the revelations made by David Coleman Headley before a Mumbai special court has exposed Pakistan, adding that New Delhi would still prefer cordial relations with Islamabad. Deposing from an undisclosed location in the US, Headley had so far told the special court that the ISI was helping different terror outfits in Pakistan and was providing financial, military and moral support. Headley, who had conducted recce of the places in Mumbai which were attacked by 10 LeT terrorists on November 26, 2008, also revealed that the outfit had initially planned to attack a conference of Indian defence scientists in Taj Mahal Hotel. He also said he had also conducted a recce of the famous Siddhivinayak Temple and Naval Air Station on directions of LeT commanders.
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