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👁 Amit Shah
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  • Born 22 October 1964
  • Age 60
  • Birth Place Bombay, Maharashtra India, (present-day Mumbai)
  • Profession Politician
  • Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
  • In Office Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 19 August 2017 - 29 May 2019, 10th National President Of Bharatiya Janata Party 9 July 2014 - 20 January 2020, Member Of Gujarat Legislative Assembly 2012-2017, Minister Of State, Government Of Gujarat 2002-2012
  • Residence 6A, Krishna Menon Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India

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Amit Shah BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 22 Jan 2025
Amit Shah took charge of Home Minister on July 11, 2024 after Narendra Modi-led NDA formed government. Shah, 59, who has been holding the portfolio since 2019, has returned to the Modi 3.0 government in the same capacity. Shah said the new government will take its efforts for India’s security t...o the next level and build Bharat as a bulwark against terrorism, insurgency and Naxalism. As a close confidant of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the former president of the BJP, Shah's astute political acumen, organizational skills, and strategic thinking have been instrumental in shaping the party's rise to power and consolidating its position as a formidable force in Indian politics. Born on October 22, 1964, in Gujarat, Amit Shah has had a long association with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and has been a dedicated member of the BJP for several decades. His early political career was marked by his active involvement in grassroots politics, where he worked tirelessly to expand the party's base in Gujarat. Shah's organizational abilities and his strong connect with the party cadre played a significant role in the BJP's electoral successes in the state. Shah comes from an affluent family and the ancestral house in Mansa is a heritage building. Interested in national politics since the early 1980s, he gave up his PVC pipes business to join politics full-time. National issues interested him even when he was a VHP worker. He has never lost an election he has contested. He is known to be in direct touch with cadres and district leaders. One of Amit Shah's notable achievements was his pivotal role as the BJP's chief strategist during the 2014 General Elections, where the party secured a historic victory and formed the government at the centre. Shah's meticulous planning, micro-level booth management, and data-driven campaign approach were instrumental in the BJP's success, which saw them winning a majority of seats in the Lok Sabha. Moreover, Amit Shah's role as the Union Home Minister has also enhanced his profile and influence. As the head of the Home Ministry, he has been responsible for critical policy decisions and overseeing matters related to internal security, law and order, and border management. His firm approach to national security issues and his efforts to tackle cross-border terrorism have garnered him a reputation as a strong leader capable of maintaining law and order and safeguarding the nation's interests. Furthermore, Amit Shah's skills as a coalition builder have been crucial in expanding the BJP's reach and forming alliances with regional parties. His ability to forge partnerships and negotiate complex political landscapes has helped the party strengthen its presence in states where it traditionally had limited influence.

Amit Shah PERSONAL LIFE

Spouse Sonal Shah ​(1987), ​
Children Jay Shah (son)
Education Gujarat University

POSITIONS HELD BY Amit Shah

Position Tenure
Member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly N/A
Member of Rajya Sabha 19 August 2017 - 29 May 2019
Member of the 17th Lok Sabha N/A
Minister of Home Affairs 30 May 2019 - Present
Minister of Co-operation 7 July 2021 - Present
Member of the Lok Sabha 2024 - Present

AMIT SHAH NEWS

New slum rehabilitation policy for Delhi ready, says Amit Shah

June 17, 2026 5:45 am

Chairing a review meeting on slum rehabilitation, Shah asked the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) to issue tenders for five Jhuggi Jhopdi (JJ) clusters within 45 days.

After midnight BJP-RSS huddle, Nitin Nabin's new team may be announced soon

June 17, 2026 2:43 am

Apart from organisational overhaul, government-related changes are also expected along with a reshuffle of Governors.

Corridors of Power | TINA factor at play in Punjab?

June 14, 2026 1:06 pm

Waiting for the axe, minister clears files before Arvind Kejriwal’s visit; BJP’s Punjab puzzle; AAP’s date with TINA and softening stand on dynasty politics.

QR codes for animals, multi-layered grid: Amit Shah orders hi-tech security for Amarnath Yatra

June 13, 2026 3:47 am

Pilgrims travel through the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route in Anantnag district and the shorter but steeper 14-km Baltal route in Ganderbal district.

To hike Lok Sabha strength, Government works on more clarity; eyes South, DMK support

June 09, 2026 11:46 am

According to at least two senior government functionaries, talks are ongoing with the DMK, which recently lost the Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

Government considering expansion of BSF's operational mandate: Amit Shah

May 29, 2026 9:49 pm

Shah made the remarks while interacting with BSF personnel in Bhuj, Kutch, after inaugurating two new border outposts in the region on the India-Pakistan border, G-7 and G-13.

‘Infiltrators leaving on their own’: Amit Shah says no legal action if illegal immigrants exit Bengal voluntarily

May 29, 2026 3:59 am

During a public event in Gandhinagar on Thursday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 340 crore.

Demolish all illegal structures within 15 km of International Border, Amit Shah says

May 27, 2026 7:18 pm

Home Minister was chairing a high-level security review meeting in Bikaner to assess security-related issues concerning the border districts along the Indo-Pakistan Border

👁 Ram Charan in a still from Peddi
Ram Charan’s Peddi defies the odds to blast past Rs 400 crore globally in just 14 days
Entertainment1 hr ago

Ram Charan's sports drama Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, has become a massive success, earning over Rs 400 crore worldwide in just 14 days. It has broken records for the actor, becoming his highest grossing solo film and the second to cross Rs 200 crore domestically. Despite controversy, Peddi has been a significant milestone in Ram Charan's career.

AMIT SHAH PHOTOS

Amit Shah says India became Naxal-free ahead of March 2026 deadline

May 19, 2026 7:59 pm

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said Naxalism has been completely eradicated from the country due to the valour, courage and supreme sacrifice of the security forces

Amit Shah releases BJP manifesto, promises UCC and Rs 3,000 aid for women

April 10, 2026 5:10 pm

Amit Shah said the manifesto will fulfil Bengal's dreams and also promised to seal the Bangladesh border to increase security of the nation

BJP Moga rally: Amit Shah pledges drug-free Punjab, anti-conversion law if party wins

March 14, 2026 7:17 pm

Union Home Minister Amit Shah targeted Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, saying Punjab doesn’t need a chief minister who makes people laugh, but one who governs

Amit Shah launches ‘Bharat Taxi’, India’s largest cooperative ride-hailing platform

February 05, 2026 5:31 pm

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi in New Delhi, a driver-owned cooperative ride-hailing platform aimed at eliminating commissions, improving driver earnings, and offering affordable fares in a market dominated by private players

In Pictures: Amit Shah mounts full-scale attack on TMC at Barrackpore BJP meet

January 31, 2026 4:50 pm

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a massive BJP workers’ meeting at Barrackpore, West Bengal, targeting the TMC government ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.

In Pictures: Hema Malini hosts prayer meeting for Late Dharmendra in Delhi, marking an emotional tribute

December 11, 2025 8:44 pm

Veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini, accompanied by her daughters Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, hosted a prayer meeting in memory of late film icon Dharmendra at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi today

From Rahul Gandhi's return to heated discussion on Manipur violence: Highlights from Parliament this week

August 11, 2023 8:27 am

This week marked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's return to the Parliament after being suspended as an MP over a defamation case.

Manipur takes centrestage as Rahul Gandhi, Amit Shah speak in Lok Sabha

August 09, 2023 10:59 pm

The no-confidence vote debate in the Lok Sabha focussed on the violence-hit state of Manipur.

IE 100 2023: Who are the top 10 most powerful Indians?

March 31, 2023 2:14 pm

Most Powerful Indians 2023: Most new entrants on the list are either players in the coming election-packed year or those who have seen a change in fortune

J&K police on alert after encounter with 4 militants

December 28, 2022 2:18 pm

An exchange of fire took place between Jammu and Kashmir security forces, police and militants on the Bye Pass road near Sidhra bridge on the outskirts of old Jammu city.

AMIT SHAH VIDEOS

Why the election in Chhattisgarh was not neck-and-neck | DECISION 2018

June 22, 2020 6:08 pm

For at least the last two elections, in Chhattisgarh it was a tight race between Congress and BJP. What changed this time around? Dipankar Ghose decodes the result.

BJP's silence is louder than Congress' celebration. The wait for Modi-Shah's concession speech is still on

June 22, 2020 6:08 pm

The big difference between Congress and the BJP after an election result was at display on Tuesday. While after almost every election defeat Rahul Gandhi addressed the media and answered questions about the result, the BJP headquarters fell silent.

Is VHP’s Ayodhya mobilisation bringing back fears of the 1992 Babri demolition?

June 22, 2020 6:09 pm

Is the Ayodhya mobilisation now as powerful and potent as it was in 1992? Are there law and order concerns for the Centre and Uttar Pradesh government, both now ruled by the BJP? And most importantly, is it fair to compare 2018 to 1992?

Speech analysis: How Amit Shah is toning down his attack on illegal migrants

June 22, 2020 6:10 pm

As they say, timing is key. And an analysis of BJP President Amit Shah shows that before a key event across the border, he has dialed down his ferocious speeches against illegal migrants from Bangladesh.

Chhattisgarh elections: Congress and BJP manifestos focus on farmers, cows and women

June 22, 2020 6:10 pm

Both Congress and the BJP are fighting a tough battle in Chhattisgarh this year. As the second phase on voting state in underway, we look at what both parties are promising, to woo the voters.

What is at stake for the BJP in Mizoram: News in Numbers

June 22, 2020 6:11 pm

As campaign heat picks up in Mizoram, a look at who is in the fray and what’s at stake for BJP, Congress and the Mizo National Front.

BJP vs Congress in Chhattisgarh: Classic election season political talk

June 22, 2020 6:11 pm

With Chhattisgarh in the middle of its two-phase election, let’s look at what BJP and Congress are saying. And, of course, there are promises too. No surprises there.

Senior BJP leaders remember Ananth Kumar as a leader

June 22, 2020 6:11 pm

Union minister Ananth Kumar passed away on Monday morning. He was suffering from pancreatic cancer for some time now. Senior BJP leaders paid their tributes to the leader.

How the Supreme Court verdict on Ayodhya impacts the BJP

June 22, 2020 6:12 pm

The Supreme Court has said that the date for the Ayodhya hearings will be decided in January. Here’s how it will impact the BJP and what the RSS is likely to do.

Women know where to go and how to behave, Uma Bharti on Sabarimala

June 22, 2020 6:12 pm

On the Sabarimala verdict, union minister Uma Bharti said the court cannot be blamed for its intervention. This comes just days after BJP President Amit Shah said that meddling with the affairs of the temple was a conspiracy by Communists in Kerala.

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