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Vijayendrapal Singh

b. 1948

Indian politician

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About Vijayendrapal Singh

Born 1948. Vijayendrapal Singh is an Indian politician.

Vijayender Pal Singh Badnore (born 12 May 1948) is an Indian politician who was the 28th Governor of Punjab. He was a member of Rajya Sabha, elected on 17 June 2010. He was earlier a member of the 14th Lok Sabha and 13th Lok Sabha of the Indian Parliament. He represented the Bhilwara constituency of Rajasthan. a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) political party from 1999 to 2009 and also 4 time Member of Rajasthan Legislative Assembly (1977–80, 1985–90, 1993–98, 1998–99).

Personal life Singh was born in Badnor, Rajasthan to Gopal Singh and Raj Kanwar Nathawad. He completed his Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and Business Management from Mayo College in Ajmer. Singh married Alka Singh on 25 November 1978. They have a son named Avijit and a daughter Divija.

He was appointed the Governor of Punjab on 17 August 2016. He relinquished office on 30 August 2021.

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Important facts

Born
12 May 1948, Badnor
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
India
Education
Mayo College
Positions held
Member of Rajya Sabha, Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, Member of the 13th Lok Sabha, Governor of Punjab
Also known as
V.P. Singh Badnore, V. P. Singh Badnore, Vijayender Pal Singh Badnore

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Vijayendrapal Singh?

Indian politician

When was Vijayendrapal Singh born?

Vijayendrapal Singh was born on 12 May 1948 in Badnor.

What is Vijayendrapal Singh's occupation?

Vijayendrapal Singh is a politician.

What nationality is Vijayendrapal Singh?

Vijayendrapal Singh is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Vijayendrapal Singh

· Wikidata: Q7929313

· DBpedia: V. P. Singh Badnore

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