Quick Info
| Profession | Businessman, Lieutenant Governor of Delhi |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 23/03/1958 |
| Age | 68 years |
| Birthplace | Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Vinai Kumar Saxena
13/03/2026
Vinai Kumar Saxena was sworn in as the 4th Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh at a ceremony held at Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium Hall of the Central Institute of Buddhist Studies. Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, administered the oath of office and secrecy. Saxena highlighted Ladakh's potential for tourism and committed to developing it as one of India's most sought-after destinations.
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Bio/Wiki
| Controversy | 2001 defamation case |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Kanpur University |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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Career
| Summary | Indian businessman and government administrator. Appointed as the 22nd Lieutenant Governor of Delhi on 26 May 2022, serving until 2026. Subsequently appointed as the 4th Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh in March 2026. Previously served as Chairman of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) from 2015 to 2022, during which the organization was recognized as India's best-performing government institution. Started his corporate career with J K Group in Rajasthan in 1984 as an Assistant Officer. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Joined the J K Group in Rajasthan in 1984. | |
| 2. Founded the National Council for Civil Liberties in 1991. | |
| 3. Received the 'International felicitation' award from the United Nations in 2008. | |
| 4. Pioneered different marketing strategies for the Khadi sector. | |
| 5. Participated in multiple influential committees and councils. | |
| 6. Promoted to General Manager at J K Group in 1995. | |
| 7. Holds a pilot's license. | |
| 8. First person from the corporate sector to be appointed as Lieutenant Governor of Delhi. |