P. V. Narasimha Rao
P. V. Narasimha Rao served as the Prime Minister of India (1991 - 1996). Explore their legacy and lasting impact on Indian politics.
Profile
Former Prime Minister
P. V. Narasimha Rao
Former Prime Minister of India (1991 - 1996)
Current Prime Minister
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister of India (since 2014, serving a third consecutive term since June 2024) — Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Background & Career
P. V. Narasimha Rao took office at a moment of acute economic crisis and, together with his Finance Minister, initiated the 1991 liberalization reforms that reshaped India's economic trajectory.
His government also navigated the aftermath of the Babri Masjid demolition and pursued the 'Look East' policy that expanded India's ties with Southeast Asia.
Personal & Education
Born 1921, Laknepalli, Warangal district (now Telangana) · Died 2004
- Osmania University, Hyderabad
- University of Bombay
- Nagpur University
- Fergusson College, Pune — Law degree
Career Timeline
- 1971 – 1973
Chief Minister
Andhra Pradesh
- 1980 – 1984
Minister of External Affairs
Government of India
- 1984 – 1985
Minister of Defence
Government of India
- 1991 – 1996
Prime Minister of India
Government of India
