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B. G. Kher

Indian politician (1888-1957) · India · On the map · Politicians · Died at 68

Balasaheb Gangadhar Kher was an Indian politician who served as the prime minister of Bombay and the first chief minister of Bombay State (1947-1952). He was awarded the Padma Vibhushan by the Government of India in 1954.

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Padma Vibhushan in Public Affairs1954

About this person

A lawyer, solicitor and social worker by choice and politician by necessity, Kher was often described as "Sajjan", good and gentle. Kher was a scholar, an accomplished orator, and a man with no pretensions.

Country
India
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1888 to 1957 · aged 68