Manohar Joshi is an Indian politician who has been prominent in Maharashtra state politics. Here are some key points about him:-
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1. Early Life and Education:-
Manohar Joshi was born on December 2, 1937, in Mahad, Maharashtra, India. He completed his education in civil engineering.
2.Political Career:-
Joshi's political career began in the 1960s when he joined the Shiv Sena, a right-wing regional political party based in Maharashtra. He rose through the ranks of the party due to his organizational skills and dedication.
3.Chief Minister of Maharashtra:-
Manohar Joshi served as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra from March 1995 to January 1999. He was the first Chief Minister from the Shiv Sena party.
4. Member of Parliament:-
Joshi has also served as a Member of Parliament. He was elected to the Lok Sabha (the lower house of the Indian Parliament) multiple times from the Mumbai North Central constituency.
5. Speaker of Lok Sabha: -
In 2002, Manohar Joshi became the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament. He held this position until 2004.
6.Contributions and Legacy:-
During his political career, Joshi has been associated with various developmental projects in Maharashtra, especially in Mumbai. He has been active in advocating for the interests of Maharashtra and its people.
Manohar Joshi remains an influential figure within the Shiv Sena and Maharashtra politics, although his active political career has seen some decline in recent years.
