The Hon’ble Governor of Haryana has had a long and distinguished career in public service, social work, and politics. Below is a detailed account of his life, achievements, and contributions.

Early Life and Education

Birth and Family Background

• Date of Birth: June 12, 1947
• Place of Birth: Hyderabad, Telangana
• Marital Status: Married
• Date of Marriage: May 17, 1989
• Spouse’s Name: Smt. Vasantha
• Children: Daughter – Smt. B. Vijaya Lakshmi; Son – Late Bandaru Vaishnav

Educational Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
• University: Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana

Professional Journey

Initial Career and Early Involvement with RSS

• 1968: Started as RSS Pracharak
• 1974: Became RSS Vibhag Pracharak
• 1975: Joint Convenor of Loka Sangharsh Samithi during the Emergency Period
• 1976-77: Arrested under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) during the Emergency

Political Career and Positions Held

Early Political Career

• 1980: Joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as Secretary, Andhra Pradesh
• 1981-89: General Secretary, BJP, Andhra Pradesh

Parliamentary Career and Ministerial Positions

• 1991: Elected to the 10th Lok Sabha
  • Committees: Public Accounts Committee, Committee on Welfare of SCs, STs, and Minorities
• 1996-98: President of BJP, Andhra Pradesh
• 1998: Re-elected to the 12th Lok Sabha (2nd term)
• 1998-99: Union Minister of State, Urban Development
• 1999: Re-elected to the 13th Lok Sabha (3rd term)
  • October 13, 1999 – June 13, 2000: Union Minister of State, Urban Development
  • June 14, 2000 – June 30, 2002: Union Minister of State, Urban Development and Poverty Alleviation
  • July 1, 2002 – September 7, 2003: Union Minister of State, Ministry of Railways
  • September 8, 2003 – May 2004: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Urban Development and Poverty Alleviation

Further Roles and Responsibilities

• 2004-2006: National Secretary, BJP
• 2006-2009: President, BJP, Andhra Pradesh
• 2009-2013: National Executive Member, BJP
• 2013-2014: National Vice-President, BJP and Member, National Manifesto Committee, BJP
• May 2014: Re-elected to the 16th Lok Sabha (4th term)
  • Committees: Standing Committee on Railways, Committee on Violation of Protocol Norms and Contemptuous Behavior of Government Officers with Members of Lok Sabha
  • September 12, 2014 – November 9, 2014: Chairperson, Parliamentary Committee on Welfare of Other Backward Classes (OBC)
• November 9, 2014 – September 1, 2017: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Labour and Employment
• September 1, 2017: Member, Standing Committee on Finance
• December 19, 2018: Chairperson, Joint Committee on Salaries and Allowances of Members of Parliament

Governorship

• September 11, 2019 – July 14, 2021: Governor of Himachal Pradesh
• July 15, 2021: Assumed office as the Governor of Haryana

Contributions to Social and Cultural Activities

The Hon’ble Governor has made significant contributions to social and cultural development, particularly in slum development and cyclone relief efforts.

Key Activities and Contributions

• Slum Development: Focused on house building and supply of potable water.
• President: Samsakara Bharathi Cultural Organisation, Andhra Pradesh
• Founder: Siva Bharathi Slum Development Organisation (1979)
• Cyclone Relief Efforts: Actively involved in rehabilitation and housing for cyclone victims in Diwiseema, Andhra Pradesh

Interests and Recreational Activities

Special Interests

• Social work, with a strong emphasis on improving living conditions in underprivileged areas.

Favorite Pastimes and Recreation

• Reading books and listening to music.

Sports and Clubs

• Engages in carom, table tennis, and cricket.

Additional Roles and Memberships

Involvement in Various Committees and Boards

• General Secretary: Voluntary Organisations, India
• Joint Secretary: A.P. Cyclone Committee (RSS)
• Member:
  • Tobacco Board (1991-96)
  • Coconut Board (1991-96)
  • Railway Advisory Committee (1991-96)
  • Telephone Advisory Committee (1991-96)