Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 13/04/1951 |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthplace | Tumkur, Bangalore |
Latest News about KN Rajanna
27/03/2026
Karnataka Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna resigned from his cabinet post after his remarks acknowledging past voter list discrepancies in Bengaluru's Mahadevapura constituency during Congress rule sparked a major political controversy. His comments contradicted the party's stance on Rahul Gandhi's 'vote theft' allegations and drew sharp criticism from Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah subsequently dismissed him from the cabinet, with the resignation accepted by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Kyathasandra Nanjappa Rajanna |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Grey |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste/Community | Scheduled Tribes (ST) |
| Address | House no.1509, Behind A.P.M.C, Guruvaderahalli, Madhugiri Post, Madhugiri Tq, Tumkur Dist - 572132 |
| Profession Details | Advocate and Agriculturist |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Nanjappa |
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| Spouse | S.R. Shanthala |
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Career
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| Award | Sahakari Ratna |
| Cooperative Initiatives |
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Style Quotient
| Vehicle Collection | Tata Lorry | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Salary | Rs 19,78,710 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/knrajanna_official/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/KNRajannaOfficial/ | |
| https://x.com/KNRajanna_Off |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Rajanna initiated his career in the cooperative sector in 1972 while simultaneously launching his political journey as the Secretary of the Kyathasandra Taluk Congress unit. | |
| 2. In 1976, he took on the role of President of the Kyathasandra Town Panchayat, a position he held for several years. | |
| 3. Between 1980 and 1984, he led the Youth Congress in the Tumkur District, showcasing his early leadership skills. | |
| 4. In the 1980s, Rajanna was appointed to the Taluk Land Tribunal Board of Tumakuru and served as General Secretary of the Tumkur Zilla Congress Committee during this period. | |
| 5. He played a significant role as the President of the Taluk Agricultural Produce Co-operative Marketing Society (TAPCMS) in Tumakuru for ten years. | |
| 6. Rajanna was elected to the Agriculture Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) in Tumakuru multiple times, directly influencing agricultural policies. | |
| 7. In 2004, after being denied an INC ticket, he switched to Janata Dal (Secular) and successfully contested the elections from the Bellavi constituency. | |
| 8. In 2007, he returned to the Indian National Congress and continued to earn his place as a significant political figure, winning from Madhugiri in the 2013 Assembly elections. | |
| 9. He actively focused on the cooperative movement, promoting self-help groups, organic farming, and rural development during his tenure. | |
| 10. Known for his outspoken remarks and grassroots connect, Rajanna has built a reputation for challenging party positions and stirring political debates. | |
| 11. He has been a staunch supporter of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah throughout his political career. |