Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 18/05/1933 |
| Age | 93 years |
| Birthplace | Haradanahalli, Holenarasipura taluk, Hassan district, Karnataka, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about H. D. Deve Gowda
24/11/2025
H. D. Deve Gowda was re-elected unopposed as the National President of Janata Dal (Secular) at the party's National Council meeting in Bengaluru. The decision also saw H. D. Kumaraswamy re-elected unopposed as the Karnataka State President of the party.
13/10/2025
H. D. Deve Gowda was discharged from a hospital in Bengaluru after being treated for a urinary tract infection and fever. Doctors reported that his condition had improved and advised him to rest for 15 days before resuming normal activities.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Haradanahalli Doddegowda Deve Gowda |
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| Known For | Served as the 11th Prime Minister of India and as Chief Minister of Karnataka |
| Political Party | Janata Dal (Secular) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Qualification | Civil Engineering Diploma |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hindu |
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| Marital Status | Married |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Rathnamma Deve Gowda |
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| Children | H. D. Kumaraswamy, H. D. Revanaswamy, H. D. Shanthamma, H. D. Nagamma |
Family
| Father: Doddegowda | |
| Mother: Chennamma | |
| Son: H. D. Kumaraswamy (Former Chief Minister of Karnataka) | |
| Son: H. D. Revanaswamy (Former Minister of Karnataka) |
Career
| Political Career |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He began active politics at a young age after completing his education. | |
| 2. He was associated with farmer and rural welfare issues throughout his career. | |
| 3. He was chosen as Prime Minister by the United Front coalition. | |
| 4. He has been linked with the development of the Delhi Metro project. | |
| 5. He is known for his simple lifestyle and preference for traditional attire. | |
| 6. He received the Padma Vibhushan award in 2024 for his contribution to public affairs. |
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