Ghulam Nabi Azad

Ghulam Nabi Azad is the Chairman of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) and a former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.

By Zainab Ashraf | Friday, September 6, 2024, 10:51:56 AM [IST]

Ghulam Nabi Azad Biography

Ghulam Nabi Azad, born on 10 May 1948 in Soti Village, Gundu Taluk, Doda District, Jammu and Kashmir, has had a remarkable journey both in politics and social work. He completed his early education at High School, Kilhotran, Doda, before pursuing higher studies at G.G.M. Science College, Jammu, and Kashmir University, Srinagar, where he earned a Master’s degree in Zoology.

Azad's political career began with grassroots involvement, serving as Secretary of the Block Congress Committee and later as President of the District Congress Committee in Doda. His leadership expanded when he became President of the J&K Pradesh Youth Congress Committee from 1975 to 1977 and later, the General Secretary of the All India Youth Congress between 1977 and 1980. From 1980 to 1982, he served as the President of the All India Youth Congress.

In the national political arena, Azad was a Member of the Seventh Lok Sabha (1980-1984) and played a key role in various parliamentary committees. He was part of the Committee on Public Undertakings from 1981 to 1982 and a member of multiple consultative committees, including those for the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. His service as Union Deputy Minister began in September 1982 in the Ministry of Law, Justice, and Company Affairs. He later took on roles in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs.

Azad’s contributions extend beyond politics into social activities, particularly through the Jammu & Kashmir Gandhi Smarak Nidhi, where he organised hundreds of camps, helping to construct roads and wells across the state. He also led delegations abroad, such as the Sarvodaya delegation to Sri Lanka in 1973 and as a delegate to the Eleventh World Youth and Student Festival in Havana in 1978.

An avid gardener and cultural enthusiast, Azad enjoys meeting people, participating in dramas, and engaging in cultural activities. His love for sports includes football and badminton, hobbies that complement his vibrant public life.

On a personal note, he married Shameem Dev Azad On 27 March 1980, and they have one son together.

His net worth stands at Rs 4,13,89,590.

Ghulam Nabi Azad Personal Life

Full Name	Ghulam Nabi Azad
Date of Birth	07 Mar 1949 (Age 77)
Place of Birth	Village Soti, Bhadarwah, Distt. Doda (Jammu & Kashmir)
Party Name	Indian National Congress
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Political Activist
Father's Name	Rahamatullah
Mother's Name	Basa Begum
Spouse's Name	Shameem Dev Azad
Spouse's Profession	Social Service
Children	1 Son(s) 1 Daughter(s)
Religion	Islam
Website	NA

Ghulam Nabi Azad Net Worth

Net Worth

₹4.14 CRORE

ASSETS

₹4.14 CRORE

Liabilities

N/A

Education Qualification of Ghulam Nabi Azad

Ghulam Nabi Azad began his education at High School in Kilhotran, Doda District, Jammu and Kashmir. He then pursued higher studies at G.G.M. Science College in Jammu, followed by earning a Master’s degree in Zoology from Kashmir University in Srinagar.

Interesting Facts about Ghulam Nabi Azad

Azad was the third Congress chief minister in Jammu and Kasmir.

Political Timeline of Ghulam Nabi Azad

2022: Ghulam Nabi Azad resigned from the Indian National Congress party including primary membership on 26th August. He announced his own political party as Democratic Progressive Azad Party on 26the September.
2015 : He was re-elected to Rajya Sabha for a fifth term.
2014 : Union Minister of Water Resources (Additional Charge). Served as the leader of the Opposition, Rajya Sabha from 2014 to 2021.
2009 : He was elected to Rajya Sabha for a fourth term and subsequently appointed as Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare.
2008: Re-elected to Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly from Bhaderwah by defeating Daya Krishan with a margin of 29436 votes.
2006 : He was elected to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly in the by-election with the highest number of votes in the history of the state.
2005: He was sworn in as Chief Minister, of Jammu and Kashmir.
2004 : He was elected as Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Urban Development.
2002 : He was re-elected to Rajya Sabha for a third term.
2000 : Member, J.P.C. on the Functioning of Wakf Boards.
1999 : Member, Committee on Transport, Tourism, and Culture.
1998 : Member, Committee on Energy Member, Rajghat Samadhi Committee.
1996 : He was re-elected to Rajya Sabha for a second term.
1993 : Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs; and Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism.
1991 : Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs.
1990 : Elected to Rajya Sabha.
1986: Union Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs and Union Minister of State in the Ministry of Food and Civil Supplies.
1985 : Member, Eighth Lok Sabha for a second term.
1984 : Ghulam Nabi Azad served as a Union Deputy Minister in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. He also held the position of Union Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs.
1982 : He was appointed as Union Deputy Minister in the Ministry of Law, Justice and Company Affairs.
1981 : Ghulam Nabi Azad was a member of the Committee on Public Undertakings from 1981 to 1982. He also served on the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Defence and is a member of the Central Haj Committee.
1980 : Ghulam Nabi Azad served as the President of the All India Youth Congress from 1980 to 1982. He was also elected as a Member of the Seventh Lok Sabha from the Washim constituency in Maharashtra, where he defeated Ade Pratapsing Ramsing of the Janata Party (JNP).
1977 : General Secretary, All India Youth Congress, 1977-1980.
1975 : Ghulam Nabi Azad served as the President of the J&K Pradesh Youth Congress Committee from 1975 to 1977. He is also a longstanding member of the Congress Working Committee in Jammu and Kashmir.

Election Results of Ghulam Nabi Azad

Year	Election	Type	Constituency	Result
2014	Parliament election	MP	Udhampur	Lost
1984	Parliament election	MP	Washim	Won

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Ghulam Nabi Azad)

In which year did Ghulam Nabi Azad receive Padma Bhushan award?
Ghulam Nabi Azad received Padma Bhushan award in the year 2022.
Did Ghulam Nabi Azad receive Padma Bhushan?
Yes, Ghulam Nabi Azad was bestowed with the Padma Bhushan award in the field of Public Affairs.
How old is Ghulam Nabi Azad?
Ghulam Nabi Azad is 73-year-old (As of 2022).
Does Ghulam Nabi Azad have criminal cases?
No, Ghulam Nabi Azad does not have any criminal case.
What is Ghulam Nabi Azad's caste?
Ghulam Nabi Azad belongs to Muslim community.
What is Ghulam Nabi Azad's contact number?
Ghulam Nabi Azad's contact number is 23792052/23792944/23013292.
What is the name of Ghulam Nabi Azad's son?
Saddam Nabi Azad is the son of Ghulam Nabi Azad.
What is the name of Ghulam Nabi Azad's daughter?
Sofiya Nabi Azad is the daughter of Ghulam Nabi Azad.
Who is Ghulam Nabi Azad's wife?
Ghulam Nabi Azad's wife is Shrimati Shameem Dev Azad.
From which party does Ghulam Nabi Azad belong to?
Ghulam Nabi Azad belong to the Democratic Azad Party. Before that, he was associated with the Indian National Congress party.
Who is Ghulam Nabi Azad?
Ghulam Nabi Azad is the founder of Democratic Azad Party. He earlier served as the Chief Minister of J&K by INC.

Ghulam Nabi Azad Latest News & Updates

Ghulam Nabi Azad thinks religious politics damaging our nation

Ghulam Nabi today stated that politics based on religion has deeply harmed Indian.
The Democratic Azad Party chairman also said that citizen should vote on the basis of development.
Ghulam Nabi Azad launches Democratic Azad Party in J&K

Ghulam Nabi Azad recently formed a new political party named ‘Democratic Azad Party’. He declared the party name almost one month after quitting the INC party. Azad was also seen saying at an event that the party would have “no age bar”.
Ghulam Nabi Azad praises Narendra Modi during a meeting of Kashmir's Baramulla

Former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad was recently seen praising PM Narendra Modi during a meeting in north Kashmir's Baramulla.
Ghulam ji appreciated by telling him a nice human being.
Moreover, he recalled his term as the CM of the state J&K and shared some old memories from the terrorist attack incident.
Azad ji shared that during that attack, Modi ji, the then CM of Gujarat called him repeatedly regarding the Gujarati tourists.
He also added that while reaching to the spot, Modi ji broke down into tears after seeing the whole situation.

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