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Full Name | Vajubhai Rudabhai Vala |
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Famous For | Being the Governor of Karnataka from 2014 to 2019 |
Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Aquarius |
Hometown | Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India |
Religion | Hinduism |
Caste | Kshatriya (Rajput) |
Address | 7, Kotes Nagar, Kalawad Road, Rajkot |
Hobbies | Reading |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 5’ 8” |
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Weight | 80 kg |
Eye Color | Black |
Hair Color | White |
Educational Qualification(s)
College/University | Dharmendrasinhji Arts College, Rajkot |
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Personal Life
School | Not Known |
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Relationships & More
Marital Status | Married |
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Family
Father | Rudabhai Vala | ||||
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Mother | Name Not Known | ||||
Spouse | Manoramabahen | ||||
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Career
Political Party | Former member of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) |
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Political Journey |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
Vajubhai came from a middle-class Gujarati family. | |
In his teenage years, he showed an interest in politics and displayed leadership qualities. | |
As a high school student, he joined Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and helped his schoolmates resolve issues. | |
He participated in protests against Indira Gandhi’s Emergency in 1975 and spent 11 months in jail. | |
In 2007, the Government of Gujarat eliminated Octroi based on a recommendation from the Vajubai Vala Committee. |