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17 March - Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna passed away in 1989

 

Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna was a prominent Indian politician and leader known for his contributions to the Indian National Congress party and his advocacy for social justice and welfare measures. He was born on 25 April 1919, in the village of Bughani, Uttarakhand, India, and passed away on 17 March 1989.

Bahuguna began his political career in the pre-independence era and played an active role in the Indian independence movement. After India gained independence in 1947, he continued his involvement in politics and held various positions of leadership within the Congress party.

Bahuguna served as a member of the Lok Sabha (the lower house of India's Parliament) and the Rajya Sabha (the upper house) multiple times. He also held several ministerial portfolios at both the state and central levels, including Minister of Petroleum and Chemicals, Minister of Communications, and Minister of Agriculture.

One of Bahuguna's notable achievements was his role in the implementation of the Sixth Five-Year Plan in India, which focused on rural development, poverty alleviation, and agricultural reforms. He was also known for his efforts to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development, particularly in the Himalayan region.

In addition to his political career, Bahuguna was a prolific writer and orator, known for his eloquence and commitment to social causes. He remains a respected figure in Indian politics, particularly in the state of Uttarakhand, where his contributions to the region's development are remembered and celebrated.

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