Ajit Singh
Ajit Singh
| Full Name | Chaudhary Ajit Singh |
|---|---|
| Born | 12 February 1939 - 6 May 2021 |
| Residence | 244/2, Shivaji Road, Meerut-250 001 (Uttar Pradesh)[1] |
| Nationality | |
| Occupation | politician |
| Parent(s) | Charan Singh (father) Gayatri Devi (mother) |
| Gotra | Teotia |
party Rashtriya Lok Dal
spouse Radhika Singh
children 1 son, 2 daughters
Education IIT Kharagpur, Illinois Institute of Technology
Office Founder and Chief of Rashtriya Lok Dal, Member of the Lok Sabha
| Year | Position Held |
|---|---|
| 1986 | Elected to Rajya Sabha |
| 1987 | President, Lok Dal (A) |
| 1988 | President, Janata Party |
| 1989 | Secretary General, Janata Dal |
| 1989 | Elected to 9th Lok Sabha |
| Dec. 1989 to Nov. 1990 | Union Cabinet Minister, Industry |
| 1991 | Re-elected to 10th Lok Sabha (2nd term) |
| Feb. 1995 to May 1996 | Union Cabinet Minister, Food |
| 1996 | Elected to 11th Lok Sabha (3rd term) (Resigned from Congress Party and Lok Sabha on 9.9.1996) |
| 1997 | Elected again to 11th Lok Sabha (Re-elected in a bye-election held on 8 February, 1997) |
| 1999 | Re-elected to 13th Lok Sabha (4th term) |
| 2001-2003 | President, Rashtriya Lok Dal |
| 22 Jul. 2001-24 May 2003 | Union Cabinet Minister, Agriculture |
| 2004 | Re-elected to 14th Lok Sabha (5th term) |
| 2009 | Re-elected to 15th Lok Sabha (6th term) |
| 2009 | Leader, Rashtriya Lok Dal Parliamentary Party, Lok Sabha |
| 31 Aug. 2009 | Member, Committee on Chemicals and Fertilizers |
| 7 Oct. 2009 | Member, Committee on Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme |
| 18 Dec. 2011 onwards | Union Cabinet Minister, Civil Aviation |
| Special Interests | Anything connected with agriculture and technology |
| Favourite Pastime and Recreation | Reading and music |
| Other Information | Worked for 15 years in the Computer Industry in U.S.A. |
| Countries Visited | Widely travelled |
Chaudhary Ajit Singh (12 February 1939 – 6 May 2021)[2] was a prominent Indian politician and a notable leader of the Jat community. He was the founder and chief of the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), a political party with recognition in the western part of the state of Uttar Pradesh. He was also the son of the former Prime Minister of India, the late Chaudhary Charan Singh.[3][4]
Chaudhary Ajit Singh (12 February 1939 – 6 May 2021) was an Indian politician. He was a big Jat community leader. He was the founder and chief of the Rashtriya Lok Dal, a political party recognized in western part of state of Uttar Pradesh, and son of former Prime Minister of India late Chaudhary Charan Singh. He had tested positive for COVID-19 on 22 April 2021 and was admitted in a Gurugram hospital.[5] He died on 6 May 2021 after his condition deteriorated.
Early Life and Background[edit | edit source]
Ajit Singh was born on February 12, 1939, into a well-known political family. Even during his early years, he demonstrated strong leadership qualities. He had a deep connection with the Jat community and emerged as a notable advocate for their issues and interests.
Jat Community Advocate[edit | edit source]
Ajit Singh's upbringing was marked by his close association with the Jat community. He passionately represented their concerns and became a prominent voice, actively working to address their needs.
Personal Information[edit | edit source]
- Date of Birth: February 12, 1939
- Family Background: Born into a prominent political family
- Community: Active advocate for the Jat community
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Ajit Singh's political journey began with the establishment of the Rashtriya Lok Dal, a political party that gained prominence in the western part of Uttar Pradesh. His leadership and commitment to addressing the needs of his constituents earned him respect and influence in the region.
Education[edit | edit source]
Ajit Singh held a Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering) degree from IIT Kharagpur and an M.S. degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology. He was a pioneering computer scientist and was among the first Indians to collaborate with IBM during the 1960s.[3]
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Chaudhary Ajit Singh was married to Radhika Singh and was the proud father of one son and two daughters. His son, Jayant Chaudhary, followed in his father's footsteps and became a member of the 15th Lok Sabha from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
Death[edit | edit source]
In April 2021, Ajit Singh tested positive for COVID-19 and was admitted to a private hospital in Gurugram. Unfortunately, his condition deteriorated, and he passed away on 6 May 2021 due to complications arising from the virus. At the time of his death, he was 82 years old.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Chaudhary Ajit Singh's legacy is marked by his dedication to serving the Jat community and his significant contributions to Uttar Pradesh politics. His role in founding and leading the Rashtriya Lok Dal has left a lasting impact on the region's political landscape.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Ajit Singh at Jatland wiki
- ↑ https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/ajit-singh-rashtriya-lok-dal-covid-rld-union-minister-dies-1799361-2021-05-06 "Rashtriya Lok Dal chief and former Union minister Ajit Singh dies of Covid-19"]India Today. Retrieved 6 May 2021.
- ↑ "Official biographical sketch in Parliament of India website"Archived from the originalon 1 February 2013. Retrieved 7 July 2010.
- ↑ "With Chaudhury Charan Singh in hospital, Ajit Singh likely to step in as Lok Dal chief"India Today. Retrieved 8 September 2020.
- ↑ "Rashtriya Lok Dal chief and former Union minister Ajit Singh dies of Covid-19"India Today. Retrieved 6 May 2021.