Akhilesh Yadav

Akhilesh‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ Yadav is a prominent leader in the Indian political scene, and he is the National President of the Samajwadi Party. From 2012 to 2017, he was the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, during which period he was the youngest one to have ever held the office. After graduating in engineering, he is now a Member of the Legislative Assembly from Karhal constituency in Uttar Pradesh.

His name is associated with emphasis on roads and other basic facilities, launching of programs for the masses, and politics of empowering the youth, which latter, he is still very influential in the state's ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌politics.

By Rashmi | Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 11:32:29 AM [IST]

Akhilesh Yadav Biography

Akhilesh Yadav is an active politician serving as a member of the Samajwadi Party. He was also the 20th Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh (UP).

Born in Saifai on 1st July 1973, he is the son Samajwadi Party founder, Mulayam Singh Yadav, who served as the Chief Minister of UP for three non-consecutive terms.

In 2012, Akhilesh Yadav started leading the election campaign of the Samajwadi Party and had massive success against BSP Supremo Mayawati. In March 2012, at the age of 38, Akhilesh was sworn in as the youngest chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. When he became CM, the party was divided into two groups, one of which supported him, and the other sided with his uncle Shivpal Yadav.

He was elected MP from Azamgarh in the 17th Lok Sabha and won the Karhal seat in the Mainpuri district for the first time in the UP assembly elections.

On 11 March 2017, he resigned as CM after his party was defeated by the BJP. He was the crucial face of the SP for the 2022 polls; the SP allied with the Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party with the slogan 'Khadeda Howe' to counter the BJP.

His active involvement in developing rural life and working for the welfare of the farmers and the poor is a live example of the new picture of Uttar Pradesh. As he is known as one of the young faces in Indian politics, he has made many good moves for the welfare of the Young generation.

His special interest lies in helping the poor, fighting against corruption. His favourite pastime activities are Reading, listening to music and watching films. In sports, he is interested in cricket but he enjoys playing and watching football matches.

On a personal front, he married Dimple Yadav on 24 November 1999, who was also a member of parliament, representing the Mainpuri constituency in the lower house. The couple is blessed with three children, and Aditi and twins Arjun and Tina.

Akhilesh Yadav Personal Life

Full Name	Akhilesh Yadav
Date of Birth	01 Jul 1973 (Age 52)
Place of Birth	Saifai , Distt. Etawah(Uttar Pradesh)
Party Name	Samajwadi Party
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Agriculturist, Engineer, Political and Social Worker
Father's Name	Mulayam Singh Yadav
Mother's Name	Malti Devi
Spouse's Name	Dimple Yadav
Spouse's Profession	Lok Sabha MP
Children	1 Son(s) 2 Daughter(s)
Religion	Hindu
Caste	Other Backward Class
Website	www.akhileshyadav.com

Akhilesh Yadav Net Worth

Net Worth

₹41.03 CRORE

ASSETS

₹42.03 CRORE

Liabilities

₹99.86 LAKHS

Education Qualification of Akhilesh Yadav

Akhilesh Yadav started his education in a local school in Saifai after that in Etawah town. Later, he pursued schooling at Dholpur Military School Dholpur. After that, he earned an M.A. degree in Civil Environmental Engineering at JSS Science and Technology University. The politician also earned an M.A. in environmental engineering from the University of Sydney, Australia.

Interesting Facts about Akhilesh Yadav

Akhilesh Yadav is the son of Samajwadi Party founder, Mulayam Singh Yadav, who served as the Chief Minister of UP for three non-consecutive terms.
He was the youngest chief minister of Uttar Pradesh.
He has won the Lok Sabha elections four times.

Political Timeline of Akhilesh Yadav

2024 : He won the Kannauj constituency in the 18th Lok Sabha elections by defeating BJP's Subrat Pathak.
2022 : He resigned from the position of Lok Sabha MP after he was elected as a Member of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly from the constituency of Karhal. With this, he filled the role of the leader of the opposition in the UP state assembly.
2019 : He was elected to the Lok Sabha for the fourth time from the Azamgarh seat.
2017 : Akhilesh Yadav headed the SP-Congress Alliance and tasted a big defeat by BJP.
2012 : He resigned as a member of the 15th Lok Sabha to become a Member of the Legislative Council in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
2012 : He became the youngest Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh on 15 March 2012 at the age of 38.
2012 : He was appointed as the leader of the Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh on 10 March 2012.
2009 : He was elected as a member of the 14th Lok Sabha for the third term.
2007 : Again, he became a Member of the Committee on Science & Technology, Environment & Forests.
2004 : He was elected as a member of the 14th Lok Sabha for a second term. Later he became a member of different committees like the Committee on Urban Development, Committee on Provision of Computers for MPs, Offices of Parties, Officers of Lok Sabha Secretariate, etc.
2002 : He was appointed as a Member of the Committee on Science & Technology, Environment & Forests. Before this, he served as a member of the Committee on Ethics for two years.
2000 : He was elected to the 13th Lok Sabha from Kannauj in a by-election in 2000.

Akhilesh Yadav Achievements

His first achievement was to be the youngest chief minister in Uttar Pradesh. He has been given credit for changing the image of the Samajwadi Party and introducing modern elements in their election campaign. His cycle rallies were a great success as they became quite popular among voters of different communities, especially the young generation.

Election Results of Akhilesh Yadav

Year	Election	Type	Constituency	Result
2022	Uttar Pradesh Assembly election	MLA	Karhal	Won
2022	Uttar Pradesh Assembly election	MLA	Bikapur	Lost
2022	Uttar Pradesh Assembly election	MLA	Mubarakpur	Won
2019	Parliament election	MP	Azamgarh	Won
2017	Uttar Pradesh Assembly election	MLA	Mubarakpur	Lost
2014	Parliament election	MP	Gwalior	Lost
2012	Uttar Pradesh Assembly election	MLA	Mubarakpur	Lost
2009	Parliament election	MP	Kannauj	Won
2009	Parliament election	MP	Firozabad	Won
2004	Parliament election	MP	Kannauj	Won

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Akhilesh Yadav)

Akhilesh Yadav is a contestant from which constituency in the 2024 general elections?
Akhilesh Yadav is a contestant from the Kannauj Lok Sabha seat in the 2024 general elections.
What is Akhilesh Yadav's caste?
Akhilesh Yadav belongs to the Other Backward Caste.
How old is Akhilesh Yadav?
Akhilesh Yadav is 50 years old (As of 2023).
Who is Akhilesh Yadav's wife?
Dimple Yadav is the wife of Akhilesh Yadav.
Is Akhilesh Yadav married?
Yes, Akhilesh Yadav is married to Dimple Yadav.
Does Akhilesh Yadav have any criminal cases?
Yes, Akhilesh Yadav has one criminal case.
What is the date of birth of Akhilesh Yadav?
Akhilesh Yadav's date of birth is July 1, 1973.
From which party does Akhilesh Yadav belong to?
Akhilesh Yadav belongs to the Samajwadi Party.
Who is Akhilesh Yadav?
Akhilesh Yadav is the former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 2012 to 2017.

Akhilesh Yadav Latest News & Updates

Akhilesh lost father Mulayam Singh Yadav

Samajwadi Party patriarch and father of the current party chief Akhilesh Yadav, fondly called Netaji by his followers, Mr. Mulayam Singh Yadav passed away today. Mr. Yadav breathed his last at Medanta Hospital of Gurgaon, NCR. He was being treated there for a while. His last rites would be carried out in his native villege Saifai on Tuesday 11 Oct.

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