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Sudhakarrao Naik, Indian politician, Governor of Himachal Pradesh (born 1934)

On May 10, in the year 2001, Sudhakarrao Naik, Indian politician, Governor of Himachal Pradesh (born 1934). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of May 10, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Sudhakarrao Naik. Learn more below.

Sudhakarrao Rajusing Naik was an Indian politician from Indian National Congress party who served as Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 25 June 1991 until 22 February 1993 following the communal riots. He also served as Governor of Himachal Pradesh from 1994 to 1995 He had given the new shape to the Panchayat Raj, started the continuous election process in Panchayat Raj systems all over the state, as desired by the former Prime Minister Rajeev Gandhi, decentralisation of power and faster decision making process being motive of bringing back the Panchayat Raj in full-fledged functioning. He is called as the hero of Jalkranti, who started the irrigation revolution in the State of Maharashtra.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on May 10, 2001 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 21 April 2026.

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