Kailash Gahlot

Kailash Gahlot is an Indian politician and lawyer, serving as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Delhi. He is a Cabinet Minister in the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD), overseeing the portfolios of Home, Transport, Information Technology (IT), Administrative Reforms (AR), and Women and Child Development (WCD). Gahlot represents the Najafgarh constituency as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) and is also a practising advocate.

By Zainab Ashraf | Saturday, February 8, 2025, 04:37:02 PM [IST]

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Kailash Gahlot Biography
Kailash Gahlot Personal Life
Education Qualification of Kailash Gahlot
Political Timeline of Kailash Gahlot
Interesting Facts about Kailash Gahlot
Kailash Gahlot Net Worth

Kailash Gahlot Biography

Kailash Gahlot, born on 22 July 1974 in Mitraun village, Najafgarh, comes from a family that has served the people of the area for over nine generations. His journey into public service began with a strong commitment to philanthropy, education, and entrepreneurship aimed at social change. Known for his focus on human development, particularly for the youth and underprivileged, Gahlot has made significant contributions to his community.

Professionally, Mr Gahlot built a successful career as an advocate, practicing in the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court for over 16 years. His legal expertise gained him a wide range of clients across sectors, and he was elected as a Member Executive in the Bar Association of the High Court of Delhi from 2005 to 2007.

In February 2015, Gahlot won his first election to the Delhi Legislative Assembly, representing the Najafgarh constituency. His success led to his appointment as a Cabinet Minister in the Delhi government, where he currently oversees multiple portfolios, including Administrative Reforms, Transport, Revenue, Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, Women and Child Development, and Information & Technology.

Kailash Gahlot Personal Life

Full Name	Kailash Gahlot
Date of Birth	22 Jul 1974 (Age 51)
Place of Birth	Delhi
Party Name	Aam Aadmi Party
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Politician & Advocate
Father's Name	Ram Chander Gahlot
Mother's Name	NA
Spouse's Name	Moushumi Mishra Gahlot
Children	2 Daughter(s)
Religion	Hindu
Website	aamaadmiparty.org/teams/kailash-gahlot/

Kailash Gahlot Net Worth

Net Worth

₹39.44 CRORE

ASSETS

₹46.08 CRORE

Liabilities

₹6.64 CRORE

Education Qualification of Kailash Gahlot

Kailash Gahlot began his academic journey at Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Political Science. During his time there, he was elected President of the Students' Union for the academic year 1994-95. Following this, he pursued his legal studies at the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, completing both his LL.B and LL.M degrees.

Interesting Facts about Kailash Gahlot

In 2018, Kailash Gahlot came under the scanner of the Income-Tax department, which had conducted searches at several premises linked to him in connection with an alleged tax evasion case.

Political Timeline of Kailash Gahlot

2025: He won the Bijwasan Assembly Constituency by defeating AAP's Surender Bhardwaj by a margin of 11,276 votes.
2024: Months ahead of Delhi Assembly polls, he resigned from the party on 17 November and joined the BJP the next day.
2017: He was appointment as a Cabinet Minister in the Delhi government. In this role, he was entrusted with multiple portfolios, including Administrative Reforms, Transport, Revenue, Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, Women and Child Development, and Information & Technology.
2015: He was elected to the Delhi Legislative Assembly in February, representing the Najafgarh constituency.

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