Mehbooba Mufti

Date of Birth: May 22, 1959

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Mehbooba Mufti is an Indian politician who has played a significant role in the politics of Jammu and Kashmir. She was born on May 22, 1959, in Akhran Nowpora, a small village in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. She is the daughter of Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, a prominent political leader and the founder of the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Mehbooba Mufti began her political career in the early 1990s, initially assisting her father. She was first elected to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly in 1996. Throughout her career, she has been known for her strong stance on several issues, including the autonomy of Jammu and Kashmir, protection of human rights, and social justice. In 2016, she made history by becoming the first woman to serve as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. Her tenure was marked by efforts to maintain peace in the region and improve relations between the state and the central government of India. During her political journey, Mehbooba has faced numerous challenges, including addressing the complex socio-political issues of Jammu and Kashmir. Despite these challenges, she remains a significant figure in Indian politics.

5 Interesting Facts about Mehbooba Mufti

1. Mehbooba Mufti is the first woman to serve as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.

2. She co-founded the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Party (PDP) with her father, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, in 1999.

3. Mehbooba Mufti was elected to the 14th Lok Sabha in 2004, representing the Anantnag constituency.

4. She has faced significant challenges, including threats to her life, due to her political stance and efforts to bring peace to Jammu and Kashmir.

5. Mehbooba Mufti’s tenure as Chief Minister ended when the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) pulled out of the coalition government with PDP in June 2018.