Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/11/1962 |
| Age | 63 years |
| Birthplace | Makrai, District Harad, Madhya Pradesh |
Latest News about Kunwar Vijay Shah
The Supreme Court criticised the Madhya Pradesh government for delaying action on an SIT report regarding Kunwar Vijay Shah's controversial remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi from May 2025. The court directed the government to decide within two weeks on sanctioning his prosecution under Section 152 of the BNS for endangering India's sovereignty. Congress protested in Bhopal demanding his removal from the cabinet, while Shah's apology was deemed inadequate by the court.
Kunwar Vijay Shah sparked widespread outrage with derogatory remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, an Indian Army officer involved in Operation Sindoor briefings following the Pahalgam terror attack. He referenced her community in a speech at a public event in Indore, implying a connection to Pakistanis, which led to accusations of disrespecting the military and endangering national unity. Shah later apologised, claiming a linguistic mistake, but faced legal action including an FIR under Section 152 of the BNS.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Political Party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Scheduled Caste |
| College/University | Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, Madhya Pradesh |
| Educational Qualification | M.A. in History from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore (1986) |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Devi Shah |
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| Mother | Sita Rani Rana |
| Siblings | Brother - Ajay Shah (politician) |
| Spouse | Bhawna Kushwaha |
| Children | Son - Divyaditya Shah |
Career
| Overview | Kunwar Vijay Shah has had a prominent political career, initially elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly in Madhya Pradesh in 1990, and securing repeated re-elections from the Harsud constituency in subsequent years. His career includes significant roles such as the School Education Minister and Forest Minister during different terms of Shivraj Singh Chouhan's government. He currently serves as Cabinet Minister for Tribal Affairs. Known for his political influence, particularly among tribal voters, he has been a key figure in the Bharatiya Janata Party. |
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| Controversies |
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| Recent Elections | In 2023, Kunwar Vijay Shah successfully contested the Madhya Pradesh Assembly election from Harsud, defeating his opponent by a significant margin. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/kunwarvijayshahbjp/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/KunwarVijayShahBJP/ | |
| https://x.com/krvijayshah |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He has continually won elections from the Harsud constituency since his first victory in 1990. | |
| 2. He charged a nominal fee for selfies with constituents, inspired by Princess Anne's practices. | |
| 3. He implemented a policy mandating students respond with 'Jai Hind' during roll calls. | |
| 4. His comments during political events have often sparked controversy and debate. |