Venkaiah Naidu, Politician
Politician

Venkaiah Naidu

Born 1 July 1949 · Andhra Pradesh

Served as the 13th Vice President of India from 2017 to 2022.

Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu is an Indian politician who served as the vice president of India from 2017 to 2022. He has also served as the minister of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Urban Development and Information and Broadcasting in the Modi Cabinet.

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Venkaiah Naidu was one of the few southern Indian politicians who mastered and eloquently used Hindi in public rallies across northern India during the late 1990s.

The Story

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🌾 Born on 1 July 1949 in the small village of Chavatapalem near Venkatachalam, Andhra Pradesh, Venkaiah Naidu first rose to political prominence during the 1972 Jai Andhra Movement, actively leading protests in Nellore district.
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🗣 In 1974, Naidu became convener of the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Chhatra Sangharsh Samiti in Andhra Pradesh, spearheading student opposition to the Emergency and enduring imprisonment for his activism.
3In 1978, he was elected as MLA from the Udaygiri constituency in Andhra Pradesh, marking the beginning of his legislative career and further establishing his reputation as a champion for farmers and backward regions.
4🎤 Between 1996 and 2000, as BJP's national spokesperson, Naidu was known for his distinctive use of alliterations and similes in Hindi, a language he mastered despite his southern origins, enabling him to connect with northern audiences.

🏅 Awards & Honours

2024
Padma Vibhushan

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In 1974, Naidu was imprisoned during the Emergency for his leadership of student protests in Andhra Pradesh, a period that shaped his commitment to democratic freedoms.

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Through the Years

9 photographs from the archives
Venkaiah Naidu presenting the Illusion Artist honour to BS Reddy (2016)
Venkaiah Naidu presenting the Illusion Artist honour to BS Reddy (2016)
2016
Venkaiah Naidu receiving Governor E.S.L. Narasimhan in New Delhi (2017)
Venkaiah Naidu with Bandaru Dattatreya at the Geospatial World Forum in Hyderabad, India (2017)
venkaiah naidu with bjp leader L.K.Advani
Venkaiah Naidu and Narendra Modi

🗓️ A Life in Moments

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Birth
Birth in Chavatapalem, Andhra Pradesh
Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu was born to Rangaiah Naidu and Ramanamma in a small village near Venkatachalam in Nellore district.
1949
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Career
Active role in Jai Andhra Movement
Naidu took a prominent leadership role in the agitation in Nellore district during the Jai Andhra Movement.
1972
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Career
Convener of Student Protest Committee
Became convener of Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Chhatra Sangharsh Samiti of Andhra Pradesh, opposing the Emergency.
1974
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Career
Elected MLA from Udaygiri
Won election to Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly, beginning his formal legislative career.
1978
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Elected to Rajya Sabha from Karnataka
Started his tenure as Rajya Sabha member representing Karnataka, later re-elected twice from the same state.
1998
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Sworn in as Vice President of India
Took oath as the 13th Vice President and ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.
2017
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Award
Awarded Padma Vibhushan
Received India's second highest civilian honor recognizing his contributions to public service.
2024
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🗝️Discoveries

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👤PERSONAL

Between 1996 and 2000, Naidu's speeches as BJP spokesperson were noted for their creative use of quirky alliterations and similes, enhancing his popularity as an orator.

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🔍LESSER KNOWN

Venkaiah Naidu was president of the students' union at Andhra University colleges in 1973–74, a critical period just before the Emergency was imposed in India.

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🏆ACHIEVEMENT

In 2017, Naidu was elected as President of the UN Habitat, presiding over a 58-member governing council, reflecting India's growing role in global urban development.

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🎙️ Speeches & Recordings

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Delhi: Vice President Venkaiah Naidu Speaks At Memorial Lecture On 'The Pillars Of Indian Democracy'
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Delhi: Vice President Venkaiah Naidu Speaks At Memorial Lecture On 'The Pillars Of Indian Democracy'
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Delhi: Vice President Venkaiah Naidu Speaks At Memorial Lecture On 'The Pillars Of Indian Democracy'
Former Vice President of India Venkaiah Naidu Speech At Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 | Mahaa News
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Former Vice President of India Venkaiah Naidu Speech At Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 | Mahaa News
Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu Speech At Ramoji Excellence Awards Event 2025
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Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu Speech At Ramoji Excellence Awards Event 2025
Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu Addresses The Joint Session Of Both The Houses At The Parliament
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Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu Addresses The Joint Session Of Both The Houses At The Parliament
I maintain good equations with all parties: Venkaiah Naidu
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I maintain good equations with all parties: Venkaiah Naidu
Midnight Conclave: Tryst With Tax, Venkaiah Naidu Speaks
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Midnight Conclave: Tryst With Tax, Venkaiah Naidu Speaks
Speech in Rajyasabha on Hyderabad Blasts: Shri Venkaiah Naidu: 22.02.2013
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Speech in Rajyasabha on Hyderabad Blasts: Shri Venkaiah Naidu: 22.02.2013
'Will give befitting reply if anyone attacks us': Venkaiah Naidu's warning
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'Will give befitting reply if anyone attacks us': Venkaiah Naidu's warning
‘Is that a mask or a beard?’: Vice President Venkaiah Naidu to MP Suresh Gopi
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‘Is that a mask or a beard?’: Vice President Venkaiah Naidu to MP Suresh Gopi
Venkaiah Naidu Last Speech In Parliament As Vice President: 'I Was In Tears, Didn't Ask For This'
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Venkaiah Naidu Last Speech In Parliament As Vice President: 'I Was In Tears, Didn't Ask For This'

🌱 What changed because of them

Venkaiah Naidu's advocacy for rural development and urban poverty alleviation led to enhanced focus on infrastructure and housing policies under the Modi government. His tenure as Vice President brought a renewed emphasis on parliamentary decorum and debate, strengthening the Rajya Sabha's role as a legislative chamber. His leadership in the Bharatiya Janata Party also helped expand the party’s base in southern India.

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