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Ram Vilas Paswan
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- Born 05 July 1946
- Birth Place Khagaria, Bihar, British India
- Profession Politician
- Political Party Lok Janshakti Party
- In Office Minister Of Consumer Affairs, Food And Public Distribution 26 May 2014 - 8 October 2020, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 28 June 2019 - 8 October 2020, Minister Of Chemicals And Fertilizers[1] 23 May 2004 - 22 May 2009, Minister Of Mines[1] 1 September 2001 - 29 April 2002, Minister Of Communications And Information Technology[1] 13 October 1999 - 1 September 2001, Leader Of House In Lok Sabha 4 June 1996 - 4 December 1997, Minister Of Railways[2] 1 June 1996 - 19 March 1998, Minister Of Labour And Welfare 5 December 1989 - 10 November 1990, Member Of Parliament, Lok Sabha 2014-2019, Member Of Bihar Legislative Assembly 1969-1972
- Residence Khagaria, Bihar, India
- Awards Padma Bhushan (2021) (posthumously)
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- Former Union Minister
Ram Vilas Paswan BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 31 Dec 2024
A Dalit leader from Bihar, Ram Vilas Paswan was the founder of Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) and served as Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution under the NDA. An eight-time Member of Parliament in Lok Sabha, Paswan went to jail during Indira Gandhi's tenure when emergency was...
Ram Vilas Paswan PERSONAL LIFE
| Spouse | Rajkumari Devi (1969; 1981), Reena Sharma (1983“Â2020) |
| Children | 4; including Chirag Kumar Paswan |
| Education | Patna University (M.A., LLB) |
POSITIONS HELD BY Ram Vilas Paswan
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers | 23 May 2004 - 22 May 2009 |
| Minister of Mines | 1 September 2001 - 29 April 2002 |
| Minister of Communications and Information Technology | 13 October 1999 - 1 September 2001 |
| Minister of Railways | 1 June 1996 - 19 March 1998 |
| Member of Rajya Sabha | July 2010 - 2014 |
RAM VILAS PASWAN NEWS
Teary-eyed, thousands bid Ram Vilas Paswan farewell
October 11, 2020 1:25 am
Hundreds of people had come from Samastipur, Khagaria and Muzaffarpur districts, and many had walked from Hajipur, across the Ganga, and the constituency that sent Paswan to the Lok Sabha eight times since 1977.
Ram Vilas Paswan, a man for all seasons in Indian politics, cremated in Patna
October 10, 2020 8:12 pm
A large number of supporters had come to the Digha ghat from his pocket borough Hajipur, situated right across the river, which Paswan had nurtured since his Lok Sabha debut in 1977 when he won with a record margin.
Explained Ideas: In tributes to Ram Vilas Paswan, a summary of how he used political power to help the vulnerable
October 11, 2020 8:51 am
What made Paswan a unique leader for social and political justice was his belief and practice of coalition politics and the use of state power to fight for the rights of Dalits and other vulnerable communities.
Daily briefing: Steep fall in power generation as farmers’ ‘rail roko’ hits coal supply in Punjab; RBI keeps key rates unchanged
October 10, 2020 8:32 am
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Delhi heads to 12 Janpath as it bids final farewell to Ram Vilas Paswan
October 10, 2020 3:16 am
The LJP had made an audacious move in Bihar, deciding to go it alone in the state elections. As party founder and Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan lay at the Fortis Escorts Hospital, his home was abuzz with ticket-seekers.
Phoolka posts on Paswan’s efforts to give refuge to Sikh man during 1984 riots
October 10, 2020 4:11 am
Phoolka shared on Twitter and Facebook Paswan's statement before the Mishra Commission, inquiring into the 1984 riots.
Paswan's body flown to Patna, cremation today
October 10, 2020 4:04 am
Even as Covid safety norms were in place, there was a surge of supporters at Patna airport, with some of them chanting “Ram Vilas Paswan amar rahe (long live Ram Vilas Paswan)”.
Cabinet says Paswan ‘voice of the oppressed’
October 10, 2020 4:03 am
Union Minister Piyush Goyal, who handles Railways and Commerce portfolios, was given the additional charge of Paswan’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution on Friday.
Ram Vilas Paswan endeavoured to harmonise the politics of power and the pursuit of social justice
October 10, 2020 9:21 am
Paswan understood the significance of political power in driving change and making a difference. He was determined to play the game according to the rules and work for change from within.
Ram Vilas Paswan used his political capital to speak for the most vulnerable
October 10, 2020 9:16 am
Paswanji was the quintessential minister, dignified, soft-spoken and completely devoid of administrative self-importance. Government officials who had the privilege of working with him will vouch for his razor-sharp mind and affable style.
