Mohammed Azharuddin

Mohammad Azharuddin is an Indian politician, a former cricketer, and a senior leader of the Indian National Congress. Azharuddin, as the face of the Congress's re-connection with the urban electorate of Hyderabad, is still mixing his winning legacy from the sport with serving the people and involving them in grassroots politics in Telangana.

In October 2025, Under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Mohammad Azharuddin took the oath as a minister in the Telangana cabinet. He is the first Muslim minister in the present government. His coming in was anticipated as an essential political maneuver to revitalize the Congress's connection with the urban voters of Hyderabad, particularly in the run-up to the Jubilee Hills bypoll.

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Mohammed Azharuddin Biography

Mohammad Azharuddin, born on 8th February 1963 in Hyderabad, is a former Indian cricket captain and a Congress leader. With his stylish batting and leadership skills, he was the captain of the Indian cricket team in the 1990s and then moved on to public life.

He dived into politics in 2009 when he won the Lok Sabha election from Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) on a Congress ticket. He has been a significant presence in the party throughout these years and has especially been involved in the party activities in Telangana and Hyderabad.

By October 2025, Azharuddin is a minister in the Telangana cabinet led by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and hence, the first Muslim minister in the present government. The induction of his cabinet is a reflection of the Congress’s larger plan to consolidate its hold over the urban areas of Telangana and to bring the community back as a representative in the state’s political arena.

Mohammed Azharuddin Personal Life

Full Name	Mohammed Azharuddin
Date of Birth	08 Feb 1963 (Age 63)
Place of Birth	Hyderabad, Telangana
Party Name	Indian National Congress
Education	Bachelor of Commerce
Profession	Politician
Father's Name	Mohammed Azizuddin
Mother's Name	Yousuf Sultana
Spouse's Name	Shannon Marie
Spouse's Profession	N/A
Children	1 Son(s)
Religion	Islam
Caste	N/A
Website	http://azhar.co/index.html

Mohammed Azharuddin Net Worth

Net Worth

₹16.87 CRORE

ASSETS

₹18.95 CRORE

Liabilities

₹2.08 CRORE

Education Qualification of Mohammed Azharuddin

Mohammed Azharuddin completed his schooling from All Saint High School in Hyderabad.

Interesting Facts about Mohammed Azharuddin

Mohammed Azharuddin is a former Indian cricketer. His elder son Asaduddin is also a domestic cricketer, and he is married to Anam Mirza, sister of Sania Mirza.

Political Timeline of Mohammed Azharuddin

2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Mohammad Azharuddin took the oath as ministers in the Telangana cabinet. He is the first Muslim minister in the present government. His coming in was anticipated as an essential political maneuver to revitalize the Congress's connection with the urban voters of Hyderabad, particularly in the run-up to the Jubilee Hills bypoll.
2023: He contested in election of Telangana Legislative Assembly from Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency but lost against BRS.
2018: He got appointed as working president of Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee.
2009: Mohammed Azharuddin became Member of Parliament from Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh.

Mohammed Azharuddin Early Life

1989: He was appointed as the captain of Indian cricket team.
January, 1985: He made his debut in ODI cricket.
December, 1984: Mohammed Azharuddin made his debut in Test cricket.

Mohammed Azharuddin Achievements

In 1986, Mohammed Azharuddin got Arjuna Award and in 1986, Padma Shri.

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