Bio/Wiki
Real Name | Narinder Nath Vohra |
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Nickname | Vohra Dada |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 5’ 9” |
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Weight | 75 kg |
Eye Color | Black |
Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
College/University |
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Educational Qualification | Masters of Arts |
Personal Life
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
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Hometown | Punjab, British India |
Religion | Hinduism |
Caste | Khatri |
Address | Raj Bhavan, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, India |
Hobbies | Reading |
Relationships & More
Marital Status | Married | ||||||||||
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Family |
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Career
Civil Service |
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Awards, Honours, Achievements |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
He achieved All India Rank 2 in the UPSC Civil Service exam on his first attempt. | |
He became the 12th Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, the first civilian Governor in 18 years. | |
Before joining the IAS, he was a lecturer at Panjab University. | |
He worked as a Consultant for the WHO and served on various national and international boards. | |
He led the Indian Mountaineering Foundation as President from 1999 to 2006. | |
He played a significant role in resolving the 2008 Amarnath land transfer controversy. | |
He has edited more than twelve books on governance and national security. | |
Jammu and Kashmir experienced Governor's rule multiple times during his tenure. |