Gurnam Singh
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Gurnam Singh (25 February 1899 – 31 May 1973) was an Indian politician and the 6th Chief Minister of Punjab from 8 March 1967 to 25 November 1967, and again between 17 February 1969 to 27 March 1970.[1] He was the first Shiromani Akali Dal Chief minister of Punjab.[2] His ministry fell due to defection of Lachhman Singh Gill, who became the next Chief Minister with the support of the Indian National Congress. He died in an air crash in Delhi on 31 May 1973.
Quick Facts 6th Chief Minister of Punjab, Preceded by ...
Gurnam Singh Grewal | |
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6th Chief Minister of Punjab | |
In office 8 March 1967 – 25 November 1967 | |
Preceded by | Giani Gurmukh Singh Mussafir |
Succeeded by | Lachhman Singh Gill |
In office 17 February 1969 – 27 March 1970 | |
Preceded by | President's rule |
Succeeded by | Parkash Singh Badal |
Leader of opposition in Punjab assembly | |
In office 11 March 1962 – 5 July 1966 | |
Preceded by | Gopal Singh Khalsa |
Succeeded by | Himself |
In office 1 November 1966 – 8 March 1967 | |
Preceded by | Himself |
Succeeded by | Gian Singh Rarewala |
In office 24 November 1967 – 23 August 1968 | |
Preceded by | Gian Singh Rarewala |
Succeeded by | Harinder Singh |
Personal details | |
Born | (1899-02-25)25 February 1899 Narangwal, Punjab, British India |
Died | 31 May 1973(1973-05-31) (aged 74) Delhi, India |
Political party | Shiromani Akali Dal |
Profession | Politician |
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