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Kamal Nath

Kamal Nath

Height: 5' 7” DOB: 18 November 1946

Kamal Nath is the 18th Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh. A leader of the Congress party, he was ex-Minister of Urban Development. He is one of the longest-serving and senior most members of Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament). Nath represents the Chhindwara constituency of Madhya Pradesh. Interestingly, nine times, he has been elected from this constituency. In May 2018, to lead the party in the assembly election, he was elected as the president of Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC). In 1980, he was first elected to the 7th Lok Sabha. In 1985, he was re-elected to the 8th Lok Sabha, in 1989 to the 9th Lok Sabha and in 1991 to the 10th Lok Sabha. In June 1991, he was made Minister of Environment & Forests. He also served as union minister of State, Textiles (Independent Charge) in 1995. He has close ties with the Nehru–Gandhi family.

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Aaj Ki Baat

OPINION | WILL INFIGHTING AFFECT CONGRESS PROSPECTS IN MADHYA PRADESH?

India | Oct 19, 2023, 05:58 AM IST

At the press conference called for the launch of the party manifesto, Kamal Nath clarified why he told supporters to tear Digvijaya Singh’s clothes. From the banter, it was clear that Digivijaya Singh was not happy with Kamal Nath telling supporters to tear his clothes.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan during

Kamal Nath has given power of attorney to Digvijaya Singh to face all abuses, says Shivraj Chouhan

Oct 18, 2023, 04:41 PM IST

Voting in all 230 Assembly seats in Madhya Pradesh will take place on November 17 and the counting of votes is scheduled for December 3. The ruling BJP and the Congress party are engaged in a very close contest this time.

Madhya Pradesh

'Tear Digvijaya Singh's clothes': Kamal Nath's 'dig' on ticket distribution in MP sparks row | WATCH

Oct 18, 2023, 04:51 PM IST

The Shivpuri constituency in the upcoming assembly elections has taken an interesting turn after Veerendra Raghuvanshi, a former BJP member, joined the Congress.

Madhya Pradesh Assembly Election 2023

Madhya Pradesh Assembly election: Congress releases manifesto ahead of polls in Bhopal

Oct 18, 2023, 04:54 PM IST

The manifesto launch signifies the party's commitment to outlining its vision and promises to the people of Madhya Pradesh, setting the stage for a keenly contested electoral battle.

Chunav Manch

Chunav Manch: Shivraj Singh Chouhan expresses confidence in BJP's return to power | WATCH

Oct 15, 2023, 09:54 PM IST

Chunav Manch: Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted his government's commitment to ensuring the welfare and prosperity of the state's residents.

Madhya Pradesh

Chunav Manch: BJP Madhya Pradesh chief VD Sharma reveals reason for fielding central ministers

Oct 16, 2023, 02:32 PM IST

Chunav Manch: VD Sharma, who leads the BJP in Madhya Pradesh, explained that the decision to field these leaders in the state elections came about after consulting with the organisation and considering their immense dedication to the party.

Spiritual leaders

Chunav Manch | Governments don attire of Sanatan, but actions speak otherwise: Spiritual leaders

Oct 16, 2023, 02:37 PM IST

Chunav Manch: Swami Shaileshanand Maharaj highlighted that some politicians readily associate themselves with spiritual leaders during campaigns but then tend to overlook their guidance once in power.

Chunav Manch

Chunav Manch | Congress leaders reciting Ramayana, this is called 'acche din': Vishwas Sarang

Oct 16, 2023, 02:39 PM IST

Chunav Manch: Vishwas Sarang employed humor to draw attention to recent events in the Congress party. He quipped, "Congress leaders reciting Ramayana, this is called 'achhe din'." The term "achhe din" refers to the famous BJP slogan, "Achhe Din Aane Wale Hain" (Good days are coming).

Chunav Manch

Chunav Manch: 'People in MP are fed up with BJP, this time there will be a change,' says Kamal Nath

Oct 16, 2023, 01:03 PM IST

Chunav Manch: Kamal Nath didn't hold back in expressing his views, stating that the people of Madhya Pradesh are discontented with the BJP government. He firmly believes that this time around, they will opt for a comprehensive transformation.

Kamal Patel

Chunav Manch: Kamal Patel accuses Congress of ruling for over six decades by impersonating 'Gandhi'

Oct 16, 2023, 03:04 PM IST

Chunav Manch: Kamal Patel, known for his candid and outspoken statements, didn't mince words as he criticised the Congress party's longstanding association with the Gandhi family.

Prahlad Singh Patel

Chunav Manch: 'Chhindwara model is a model of corruption', Prahlad Patel targets Kamal Nath

Oct 16, 2023, 03:10 PM IST

Chunav Manch: The allegations made by Prahlad Patel have sparked a political debate and become a point of contention between the two leaders. Kamal Nath, a prominent figure in Madhya Pradesh politics, has yet to respond to these accusations.

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Chunav Manch: Who will get Madhya Pradesh 2023 mandate? Watch LIVE on India TV today

Oct 15, 2023, 06:05 AM IST

Chunav Manch: India TV will today bring on one stage all the top names from the political world to debate and discuss the upcoming Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections 2023. The big event will be aired LIVE on India TV from 11:00 am throughout the day.

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Madhya Pradesh polls: First list of Congress candidates to release on Oct 15, says Kamal Nath

Oct 13, 2023, 05:49 PM IST

Congress leader Kamal Nath said that his party will announce its candidates for the Assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh after the 'Pitru Paksha'.

Congress leader Pawan Khera

'If you will press VVPAT, instead of 'Lotus', Adani will surface': Pawan Khera takes a dig at BJP

Oct 13, 2023, 02:55 PM IST

Earlier today, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge held a meeting with party's top leadership to discuss candidates for upcoming polls. Chhattisgarh Assembly election will take place in two phase on November 7 and 17. The counting of votes is scheduled for December 3.

Congress CM candidate Kamal Nath

Kamal Nath attacks Shivraj Singh Chouhan over unemployment, promises to fill backlog of recruitments

Oct 12, 2023, 03:04 PM IST

While addressing a poll rally in MP's Mandla, Congress leader Kamal Nath unleashed attacks against Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan over unemployment, saying the BJP government has given youths nothing but joblessness and corruption.

Kamal Nath

Madhya Pradesh polls: Congress to announce candidates after 'Pitru Paksha', says Kamal Nath

Oct 10, 2023, 09:28 PM IST

Congress leader Kamal Nath said that the party would release the candidates' list after "Shraadh". The election to the 230-member assembly in Madhya Pradesh is scheduled to be held on November 17, while counting of votes will take place on December 3.

Madhya Pradesh elections

MP Election Date: Madhya Pradesh to vote on November 17, results to be declared on December 3

Oct 09, 2023, 03:05 PM IST

According to the announcement made during the press conference, the election will be held in a single phase on November 17. The results for the same will be declared on December 3.

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"No decision taken": Kamal Nath after Congress CEC meeting on candidates for Madhya Pradesh polls

Oct 07, 2023, 10:23 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections 2023: Congress is trying to wrest power from BJP in Madhya Pradesh with Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra holding a clutch of rallies in the poll-bound state.

Bahujan Samaj Party Mayawati

After Rajasthan, Mayawati's BSP announces alliance with Gondwana Gantantra Party in Madhya Pradesh

Sep 30, 2023, 10:46 PM IST

Mayawati's Bahujan Samaj Party has announced its alliance with Gondwana Gantantra Party (GGP) ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in the state which are due to be held later this year.

Senior Congress leader Kamal Nath and Madhya Pradesh Chief

Madhya Pradesh ETG Opinion Poll: Shivraj Chouhan-led BJP in trouble, Congress may get majority mark

Oct 01, 2023, 06:44 AM IST

Ahead of the assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, ETG has conducted an opinion poll to gauge the mood of the voters in the state and predict which party may have an edge in the upcoming polls. Let's take a look.

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