Ashok Gehlot

Politician

Indian Mahamandir, Jodhpur, India

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceMahamandir, Jodhpur, India
Date of Birth03/05/1951
Age74 years

Latest News about Ashok Gehlot

26/03/2026

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot criticized the Centre's handling of the global situation, particularly regarding oil and gas, stating that timely preparations were not made. He also took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent address and commented on former US President Donald Trump's inconsistent remarks about world leaders.

11/06/2025

Ashok Gehlot attended the 25th death anniversary of Rajesh Pilot, signaling a potential truce with Sachin Pilot. This public appearance suggests an effort to mend political differences within the Congress party.

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Bio/Wiki

NicknameJaadugar

Physical Stats & More

Height170 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorHazel Green
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityJodhpur University, Rajasthan
Degrees
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Laws
  • Masters in Economics

Personal Life

Zodiac sign/Sun signTaurus
ReligionHinduism
Food HabitVegetarian

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date27/11/1977

Family

Wife/SpouseSunita Gehlot
Children
Parents
FatherLaxman Singh Gehlot
MotherName
Siblings
  • Kanwar Sen Gehlot (died in 2018)
  • Agrasen Gehlot
  • 1 (Name
  • )

Career

Political PartyIndian National Congress
Political Journey
  • 1974: President of the Rajasthan unit of NSUI.
  • 1980-1985: Elected as Member of Lok Sabha multiple times.
  • 1982: Elected as Union Deputy Minister, Department of Tourism.
  • 1998: Became the Chief Minister of Rajasthan.
  • 2008: Chief Minister of Rajasthan again.
  • 2017: Elected General Secretary of AICC.
  • 2023: Won Rajasthan Legislative Assembly elections.
  • 1980-1989: Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1984-1984: Deputy Union Minister for Sports.
  • 1984-1984: Union Minister of State for Tourism and Civil Aviation.
  • 1991-1993: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Textile.
  • 1991-1998: Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1998-2003: Chief Minister of Rajasthan.
  • 1998: Member of Legislative Assembly of Rajasthan from Sardarpura constituency of Jodhpur.
  • 2008-2013: Chief Minister of Rajasthan again.
  • 2018-2023: Chief Minister of Rajasthan.
  • 2018-2019: National General Secretary of Congress Party, in-charge of organisations and training.
  • 1973-1979: President of the Rajasthan unit of NSUI.
  • 1977: Lost first assembly election from Sardarpura, Jodhpur to Janata Party's Madhav Singh.
  • 1980: Elected as Member of Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1982: Union Deputy Minister, Department of Tourism under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
  • 1984: Elected to 8th Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1985: Became Rajasthan State Congress President at age 34.
  • 1989: Served as Home Minister of Rajasthan.
  • 1991: Elected to 10th Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1996: Elected to 11th Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1998: Elected to 12th Lok Sabha from Jodhpur.
  • 1998: Became Chief Minister of Rajasthan.
  • 2003: Continued as MLA from Sardarpura.
  • 2008: Elected to 13th Legislative Assembly from Sardarpura.
  • 2013: Re-elected as MLA from Sardarpura.
  • 2018: Re-elected as MLA from Sardarpura.
  • 2023: Re-elected as MLA from Sardarpura.

Favourites

BeverageTea
SnackParle-G Biscuit

Style Quotient

Assets/Properties
Bank Fixed Deposits₹55 Lakhs
Jewellery₹10 Lakhs
Total value₹67 Lakhs
Money Factor
Salary₹55,000/month + Other Allowances (as in 2018)
Net Worth₹6.5 Crore (as in 2018)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Comes from a family with a background in magic.
2. Holds strong religious beliefs and follows Gandhian principles.
3. Chooses not to consume alcohol and maintains a Satvik diet, fasting from sunset to dawn.
4. Originally aspired to be a doctor before pursuing a career in politics.
5. Engaged in student political activities.
6. Established the organization, Bharat Seva Sansthan.
7. Insists on thorough police investigations into accusations.
8. Volunteered in refugee camps during the 1971 Bangladesh war.
9. Had to sell his motorcycle to finance his first election campaign in 1977.
10. Known for his clean image in Indian politics.
11. First person to achieve three terms as Chief Minister in Rajasthan's history.
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