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Smriti Irani

Former Union Minister, Lost Amethi 2024 to Kishori Lal Sharma (INC)

Amethi (lost 2024), Uttar PradeshAge: 48Education: BA Part-1 (not completed), Delhi University; disputed degree controversy
2
Criminal Cases
₹2.4 Cr
Total Assets
4
Controversies
0
Family Abroad

CONTROVERSIES

high2014-05-26

Educational Qualification Controversy

Stated she had BA degree from Delhi University in 2004 affidavit, then BA Part 1 in 2014. Made HRD Minister despite disputed credentials.

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medium2023-07-21

Goa Bar Controversy

Her daughter allegedly ran a bar in Goa at underage. Family denied allegations; controversy sparked political storm.

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low2015-06-01

FTII Controversy

As I&B Minister, appointed Gajendra Chauhan (TV actor) as FTII chair causing student protests and national debate.

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medium2024-06-04

Amethi 2024 Defeat

Lost to Congress's Kishori Lal Sharma by 1.67 lakh votes in a stunning reversal, having defeated Rahul Gandhi from Amethi in 2019.

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ASSETS DECLARED

📦 Movable Assets₹1.0 Cr
🏠 Immovable Assets₹1.4 Cr
🚗 Vehicles₹20.0 L
💎 Gold & Jewellery₹12.0 L
💵 Cash in Hand₹2.0 L
Total Assets₹2.4 Cr
Liabilities₹5.0 L
* Source: Self-declared affidavit filed with Election Commission of India

FAMILY & CHILDREN

🇮🇳 Zoish Irani
📍 India💼 Student (alleged bar controversy)
🇮🇳 Shanelle Irani
📍 India💼 Student
* Family information compiled from EC affidavits, official interviews & public records

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BJPWomenTV Actress (Former)HRD Minister (Former)