Shivraj Patil (1935-2025) Biography, Family

Quick Info

Profession	Politician
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	12/10/1935
Age	90 years (died on 12, Dec, 2025)
Birthplace	Village Chakur, Latur district, Marathwada region, Maharashtra, India
Date of Death	12/12/2025

Latest News about Shivraj Patil

12/12/2025

Shivraj Patil, the veteran Congress leader and former Union Home Minister, passed away at the age of 90 at his residence 'Deo Ghar' in Latur, Maharashtra, after a brief illness. He was the 10th Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 1991 to 1996, served multiple ministerial portfolios under Indira and Rajiv Gandhi, and was Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh from 2010 to 2015. Political leaders across parties paid tributes to his decades-long service and contributions to Indian politics.

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Bio/Wiki

Other name	Shivraj Patil Chakurkar
Full name	Shivraj Vishwanath Patil

Physical Stats & More

Height	170 cm (5' 7")
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Salt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University	Osmania University, Hyderabad Bombay University, Mumbai
Degrees	B.Sc. from Osmania University, Hyderabad LL.B. from Bombay University, Mumbai LL.M. from Bombay University, Mumbai

Personal Life

Religion	Hinduism
Caste/Sect	Lingayat Community
Address	"DEO GHAR," Sadbhavna Nagar, Ausha Road, Latur, Maharashtra, 413512

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Widower
Marriage Date	June, 1963

Family

Father	Late Vishwanath Patil
Mother	Late Bhagiriti Bai
Spouse	Late Vijaya Patil
Children	Shailesh Patil (politician) Late Sapna B. Patil (advocate)

Career

Political Party	Indian National Congress (INC)
Political Journey	Joined Indian National Congress in 1967 Various political positions in Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and Lok Sabha Speaker of Lok Sabha (1991-1996) Minister of Home Affairs of India (2004-2008) President of Latur Municipality (1966-1970) Maharashtra Legislative Assembly member (1972-1979) Deputy Speaker and Speaker of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Elected to 7th Lok Sabha from Latur in 1980, won seven consecutive terms (1980, 1984, 1989, 1991, 1996, 1998, 1999) Minister of State for Defence under Indira Gandhi Minister of Commerce (1982-1983) Minister of Science and Technology, Atomic Energy, Electronics, Space and Ocean Development Vice-President of CSIR India (1983-1986) Minister for Personnel and Defence Production under Rajiv Gandhi Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism Speaker of the Lok Sabha (1991-1996) Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Union Territory of Chandigarh (2010-2015) Minister of Defence Production under Indira Gandhi Rajya Sabha member from Maharashtra (2004-2010)
Key Achievements	Introduced the Outstanding Parliamentarian Award in 1992 Initiated parliamentary modernization including live telecasting of Lok Sabha proceedings and Question Hour Developed contemporary Parliament Library Building Computerized Parliament records Inaugurated 17 departmental committees during tenure as Speaker Directed six videos on parliamentary practice and procedures

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Shivraj Patil is a multidisciplinary professional, known for his roles as an advocate, agriculturist, and law professor.
2. He was honored with the position of Speaker of the Lok Sabha and held the crucial role of Minister of Home Affairs in the Indian government.
3. In addition to his political career, Shivraj Patil is a published author, having written numerous books, including an autobiography.
4. He was known for his extensive reading, command over Marathi, Hindi and English, and articulate grasp of constitutional matters.
5. He served on various parliamentary committees including Defence, External Affairs, Finance, and Salaries and Allowances of Members of Parliament.

Shivraj Patil Politician Indian Village Chakur, Latur district, Marathwada region, Maharashtra, India