G.V.L. Narasimha Rao

G.V.L. Narasimha Rao, born on July 6th, 1964, in Tenali, is a prominent figure known for his multifaceted contributions across various domains.

In January 2009, Rao began his journey as Media Advisor to the Chief Minister in Madhya Pradesh, where he served until February 2018, holding the rank of State Minister.

In April 2018, he was elected to the Rajya Sabha by the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP), marking a pivotal moment in his political career. As a National Spokesperson of the BJP, he articulated its official position in the national and international media platforms on a host of issues

Rao's legislative engagements include membership in diverse committees and boards. Notably, he served as a Member of the Joint Committee on the Jan Vishwas Bill from December 2022 to March 2023, showcasing his dedication to legislative matters.

His involvement in various committees spans decades, including roles in the Tobacco Board, Spices Board, Central Consumer Protection Council, and the Committee on Finance, among others, demonstrating his commitment to public service and policy development.

An esteemed expert in election studies, Rao's influence extends globally through his participation in national and international conferences on electoral reforms. His advocacy for reform led to the introduction of VVPAT in electronic voting machines, enhancing the transparency of electoral processes.

Rao's expertise in research and evaluation is evident in his leadership of over 400 projects covering various sectors including public policy, public finance, agriculture, food and forestry, rural development, poverty and livelihood issues, health, water and sanitation, education and skill development, governance and corruption studies, human development and citizen satisfaction, industry, transportation, energy and housing, etc. for major national and international clients like the Department for International Development (DFID), BBC, World Bank, UNICEF, UNESCO, World Food Programme (WFP) and ILO, etc.

He is a political analyst and columnist, who has been associated with the Times of India, Indian Express Group, Hindu Group, India Today, MINT, Eenadu, etc. and TV channels like Zee News, Sahara Samay, News X, Doordarshan, India TV, ETV, etc. As a columnist, he used to write a weekly political column titled 'The Bottom-line' for the MINT newspaper from February 2007 to December 2008.

Beyond his professional achievements, Rao is an avid reader and observer of socio-economic and political developments.

In his personal life, Rao is married to Mydhili Rao, with whom he shares two sons. He is also a member of the India Habitat Centre, reflecting his commitment to cultural and intellectual pursuits.