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Age: 62
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Political affiliation: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
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Current position: Rajya Sabha MP representing Uttar Pradesh
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Rajya Sabha: Became an MP on September 9, 2023, after winning a by-election unopposed.
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Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh: Served from 2017 to 2022 alongside Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
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Successor as Deputy CM: Brajesh Pathak.
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Rajya Sabha term: His term was scheduled to end on November 25.
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Rajya Sabha responsibility: Vice Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.
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Mayor of Lucknow: Served as Mayor before joining the Uttar Pradesh government.
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BJP organisational roles: Held key positions including National Vice President and Gujarat party in-charge.
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Academic background: Worked as a professor at the University of Lucknow.
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