Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, India's Minister of Culture and Minister of Tourism, celebrates his 57th birthday today. Born on 3 October 1967, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, Shekhawat's vision and commitment have contributed to India's growth.
As a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shekhawat has held various key positions, including Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Minister of Jal Shakti. His dedication to farmers' welfare and water conservation has been remarkable, addressing Rajasthan's water.
Talking more about his early life, Shekhawat was raised in a Rajput family. His father, Shankar Singh Shekhawat, was a senior government officer. Shekhawat pursued his Master of Philosophy from Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur, in Rajasthan.
Rise To Prominence
Shekhawat's entry into politics began with his election as President of the Student Union at JNVU University in 1992. He later became the National General Secretary of the BJP Kisan Morcha, the farmers' wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party. In 2014, he was elected as a member of parliament to the 16th Lok Sabha from the Jodhpur constituency with a remarkable winning margin of 4,10,051 votes.
Key Achievements
Some of Shekhawat's notable achievements include:
Expansion of Jodhpur Airport: He played a crucial role in expanding the airport, a long-standing demand of the people of Jodhpur.
Minister of Jal Shakti: Shekhawat served as the Minister of Jal Shakti from 2019 to 2024, working tirelessly to address water conservation and management issues.
Digital Presence: He is the most followed Indian politician on Quora, with over 83,749 followers and 8 million views on his answers.
Union Ministries
Shekhawat has served in various capacities, including:
- Union Minister of State, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (2017)
- Minister of Jal Shakti (2019)
- 34th Union Minister of Tourism and 13th Union Minister of Culture (2024)
Prioritising Farmers And Water Conservation
Shekhawat has actively spoken out on matters affecting farmers and has supported policies aimed at enhancing their well-being and livelihoods. As a politician representing Rajasthan, he has prioritized initiatives for water conservation and management to tackle the region's water scarcity challenges.
As Gajendra Singh Shekhawat celebrates his 57th birthday, we acknowledge his tireless efforts to serve the nation and wish him continued success in his endeavors.
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