Farooq Abdullah, who closely observed every aspect of politics in Jammu and Kashmir for many decades, is celebrating his 87th birthday today i.e. on 21st October. Even though this veteran leader of politics has left the political field. But he still maintains his hold on politics. Along with this, Farooq Abdullah has also been the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. His son Omar Abdullah is also active in politics. So let us know about some interesting things related to the life of former CM Farooq Abdullah on the occasion of his birthday…
Birth and education
Farooq Abdullah was born on 21 October 1937 in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. He went to England for his education, from where he completed his studies. Although he had no plans to come to India, he had to return due to the illness of his father Sheikh Abdullah. Farooq Abdullah returned to India in 1975 and took upon himself the responsibility of handling his father’s political legacy. Although during this time his British citizenship created a hindrance, but later on getting Indian citizenship, Abdullah started establishing his footing in politics.
political journey
Let us tell you that Farooq Abdullah was elected as MP for the first time in the year 1980. This was his first victory in any election. After this he never needed to look back.
Farooq Abdullah became MLA for the first time in the year 1982 and after this he remained MLA five more times. From 1982 to 1983, he also held the post of Health Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.
Taking forward the political legacy of his father Sheikh Abdullah in Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah strengthened his hold in politics so much that he was elected the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir in the year 1983 and he remained the CM of Jammu and Kashmir thrice.
Then in the year 2009, Farooq Abdullah was elected to Rajya Sabha for the second time. This year i.e. 2009, he had won the Lok Sabha elections.
Farooq held the post of Minister of Renewable Energy in the Central Government from 31 May 2009 to May 2014. During this period he also remained the president of his party.
Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Farooq Abdullah is as much known for his politics as he is in the news for his interesting stories. There were many reports of his relationship with many Bollywood actresses.
