Kirodi Lal Meena

Politician

Indian Khohra, Rajasthan Scorpio 5' 10" (177 cm)

Quick Info

ProfessionPolitician
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth03/11/1951
Age75 years
BirthplaceKhohra, Rajasthan
Zodiac SignScorpio

Latest News about Kirodi Lal Meena

23/10/2026

As Agriculture Minister, Kirodi Lal Meena responded to a political exchange with former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot over a rainfall deficit and drought-like conditions in western Rajasthan. He said damage assessments were underway while farmers in districts such as Jodhpur, Barmer and Jaisalmer faced water and fodder shortages.

11/06/2026

Meena publicly responded to allegations by Congress leader Govind Singh Dotasra linking him to a bribery and seed scam case. He said he would resign if any blame against him was proven.

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Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Politician
  • Doctor
  • Agriculturist
  • Physician

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 10" (177 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorGrey

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityS.P. Medical College, Bikaner, Rajasthan
QualificationM.B.B.S. (1977)

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
CasteScheduled Tribe

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherManohar Lal Meena
MotherFoola Devi
SiblingsJagmohan Meena, Kanhaiya Lal Meena
SpouseGolma Devi Meena
ChildrenRajendra Meena, Suman Bairwa

Career

Political Party
  • National People's Party (India) (2013)
  • Bharatiya Janata Party
Political Journey
  • 1985-1990: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Mahuwa constituency
  • 1989-1991: Member of Parliament of Lok Sabha from Sawai Madhopur constituency
  • 1995-1998: District Head Dausa, Rajasthan
  • 1998-2003: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Bamanwas constituency
  • 2003-2007: Cabinet Minister in the Government of Rajasthan
  • 2003-2008: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Sawai Madhopur constituency
  • 2008-2013: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Todabhim constituency
  • 2009-2014: Member of Parliament of Lok Sabha from Sawai Madhopur constituency
  • 2013-2018: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Lalsot constituency
  • 2018-2023: Member of Parliament of Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan constituency
  • 2023: Appointed Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Sawai Madhopur constituency
  • 2023: Cabinet Minister in the Government of Rajasthan
  • 1981-1984: District President, BJP, Sawai Madhopur
  • 1985-1986: State Secretary, Rajasthan BJP
  • 1985-1989: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Mahuwa constituency
  • 1986-1988: State President, Bharatiya Janta Yuva Morcha, Rajasthan
  • 1989-1991: Member of Parliament of Lok Sabha from Dausa constituency (9th Lok Sabha)
  • 1993-1997: State President, BJP's ST Front
  • 1993-1998: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly
  • 1998-2000: National Vice-President, BJP's ST Front
  • 2003-2008: Cabinet Minister in the Government of Rajasthan (Food and Civil Supplies portfolio)
  • 2007-2008: Chairman, Estimate Committee (B) in State Assembly
  • 2008: Left BJP
  • 2008-2009: Independent Member, Rajasthan Legislative Assembly
  • 2013: Joined National People's Party, became State Convener
  • 2018: Rejoined BJP
  • 2023-Present: Cabinet Minister of Agriculture, Horticulture, and Rural Development in the Government of Rajasthan (Bhajan Lal Sharma ministry)
  • 2023-Present: Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly from Sawai Madhopur constituency

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Some Lesser Known Facts

1. In 1985, he was appointed a member of the committee on Scheduled Caste Welfare in Rajasthan until 1988.
2. Participated in the Cement Factory Movement in 1988, where he got injured during a police action.
3. Served on several committees including the Advisory Committee of Lok Sabha on Food and Civil Supply and the Estimate Committee.
4. Kept the only Independent Lok Sabha MP position from Rajasthan in the 15th Lok Sabha.
5. Resigned as the Rajasthan Agriculture Minister in July 2024 after struggling to achieve winning results for his party.
6. Known as 'Baba' or 'Kirodi Baba' among his supporters.
7. Currently serves as Cabinet Minister of Agriculture, Horticulture, and Rural Development in the Government of Rajasthan under Bhajan Lal Sharma ministry.
8. Was the only Independent Lok Sabha MP position from Rajasthan in the 15th Lok Sabha.
9. Has significant influence in eastern Rajasthan's tribal communities, particularly the Meena community.
10. Arrested in December 2017 along with supporters for attempting to enter a private temple in Sankhwali against community wishes.

Also born on 3 November

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