G. Kishan Reddy is a senior Indian politician from Telangana, currently serving as the Union Minister for Coal and Mines in the Modi 3.0 cabinet. He represents the Secunderabad constituency in the Lok Sabha and is a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Telangana.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 G. Kishan Reddy's Family

🧓 Parents

  • Father: Late Gangapuram Swamy Reddy – a farmer.

  • Mother: Late Gangapuram Andalamma.

💍 Spouse

  • Wife: Gangapuram Kavya Reddy – a businesswoman.

  • Marriage Date: 22 March 1995. 

👶 Children

  • Daughter: Vaishnavi Reddy.

  • Son: Tanmai Reddy. 

🏠 Background & Personal Life

Born on June 15, 1960, in Timmapur village, Ranga Reddy district, Telangana, G. Kishan Reddy comes from a humble, agrarian background. He pursued a diploma in Tool Engineering from the Central Institute of Tool Design in Hyderabad.

Reddy is known for his disciplined lifestyle and deep connection to grassroots politics. His family has largely stayed out of the political spotlight, maintaining a private life while supporting his public service career.

👤 Personal Background

  • Full Name: Gangapuram Kishan Reddy

  • Date of Birth: June 15, 1960

  • Birthplace: Timmapur village, Ranga Reddy district, Telangana

  • Parents: Late G. Swamy Reddy (father) and Late Andalamma (mother)

  • Education: Diploma in Tool Engineering from the Central Institute of Tool Design, Balanagar, Hyderabad (1975–1978)

  • Profession: Politician and Social Worker

🏛️ Political Career

  • Early Involvement: Reddy began his political journey in 1977 as a youth leader of the Janata Party. He joined the BJP upon its formation in 1980 and rose through the ranks of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), eventually serving as its National President from 2002 to 2004.

  • Legislative Roles:

    • MLA: Elected to the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly in 2004 from Himayatnagar and re-elected in 2009 and 2014 from Amberpet.

    • MP: Elected to the Lok Sabha from Secunderabad in 2019 and re-elected in 2024.

  • Ministerial Positions:

    • 2019–2021: Minister of State for Home Affairs.

    • 2021–2024: Union Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Development of North Eastern Region.

    • 2024–Present: Union Minister for Coal and Mines.

  • Party Leadership: Appointed as the President of the BJP's Telangana unit in July 2023. 

📚 Publications and Recognitions

  • Books Authored: "Seema Suraksha" and "Jagran Yatra" (2000).

  • International Engagements: Participated in delegations to countries like the USA, UK, France, Canada, and Nepal to study youth policies.

  • Awards: Conferred the title of "Child-Friendly Legislator" by UNICEF. 

G. Kishan Reddy's political journey reflects his commitment to public service and his significant contributions to both state and national politics.

 

 

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