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| birth_name = Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu |
| birth_name = Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu |
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| image= The Union Minister for Commerce & Industry, Shri Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu holding a Press Conference on the 3rd meeting of Council for Trade Development and Promotion, in New Delhi on January 08, 2018.jpg |
| image = The Union Minister for Commerce & Industry, Shri Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu holding a Press Conference on the 3rd meeting of Council for Trade Development and Promotion, in New Delhi on January 08, 2018.jpg |
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| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1953| |
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1953|07|11|df=yes}} |
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| birth_place = [[Bombay]], [[Bombay State]] |
| birth_place = [[Mumbai|Bombay]], [[Bombay State]] (present day [[Maharashtra]]), India |
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| residence = [[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]] |
| residence = [[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]] |
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| death_date = |
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| death_place = |
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| predecessor = |
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| primeminister = [[Narendra Modi]] |
| primeminister = [[Narendra Modi]] |
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| successor = [[Piyush Goyal]] |
| successor = [[Piyush Goyal]] |
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| termstart = 24 June 2019 |
| termstart = 24 June 2019 |
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| termend = 7 September 2021 |
| termend = 7 September 2021 |
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| office = [[Sherpa (emissary)|Indian emissary to the G20 & G7]] |
| office = [[Sherpa (emissary)|Indian emissary to the G20 & G7]] | predecessor = [[Shaktikanta Das]] |
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| office1 = [[Ministry of Civil Aviation (India)|Minister of Civil Aviation]] |
| office1 = [[Ministry of Civil Aviation (India)|Minister of Civil Aviation]], [[Government of India]] |
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| primeminister1 = [[Narendra Modi]] |
| primeminister1 = [[Narendra Modi]] |
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| term_start1 = 12 March 2018 |
| term_start1 = 12 March 2018 |
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| predecessor1 = [[Ashok Gajapathi Raju]] |
| predecessor1 = [[Ashok Gajapathi Raju]] |
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| successor1 = [[Hardeep Singh Puri]] |
| successor1 = [[Hardeep Singh Puri]] |
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| office2 = [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Minister of Commerce and Industry]] |
| office2 = [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Minister of Commerce and Industry]], [[Government of India]] |
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| primeminister2 = [[Narendra Modi]] |
| primeminister2 = [[Narendra Modi]] |
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| term_start2 = 3 September 2017 |
| term_start2 = 3 September 2017 |
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| predecessor2 = [[Nirmala Sitharaman]] |
| predecessor2 = [[Nirmala Sitharaman]] |
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| successor2 = [[Piyush Goyal]] |
| successor2 = [[Piyush Goyal]] |
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| office3 = [[Ministry of Railways (India)|Minister of Railways]] |
| office3 = [[Ministry of Railways (India)|Minister of Railways]], [[Government of India]] |
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|primeminister3 = [[Narendra Modi]] |
|primeminister3 = [[Narendra Modi]] |
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| term_start3 = 9 November 2014 |
| term_start3 = 9 November 2014 |
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| predecessor3 = [[D. V. Sadananda Gowda]] |
| predecessor3 = [[D. V. Sadananda Gowda]] |
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| successor3 = [[Piyush Goyal]] |
| successor3 = [[Piyush Goyal]] |
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| office5 = [[Ministry of Power (India)|Minister of Power]] |
| office5 = [[Ministry of Power (India)|Minister of Power]], [[Government of India]] |
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|primeminister5 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
|primeminister5 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
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| term_start5 = 30 September 2000 |
| term_start5 = 30 September 2000 |
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| predecessor5 = [[Rangarajan Kumaramangalam]] |
| predecessor5 = [[Rangarajan Kumaramangalam]] |
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| successor5 = [[Anant Geete]] |
| successor5 = [[Anant Geete]] |
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| office6 = [[Minister of Fertilizers & Chemicals]] |
| office6 = [[Minister of Fertilizers & Chemicals]], [[Government of India]] |
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|primeminister6 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
|primeminister6 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
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| term_start6 = 13 October 1999 |
| term_start6 = 13 October 1999 |
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| predecessor6 = ''Office raised to Cabinet rank'' |
| predecessor6 = ''Office raised to Cabinet rank'' |
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| successor6 = [[Sunder Lal Patwa]] |
| successor6 = [[Sunder Lal Patwa]] |
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| office7 = [[Minister of Environment and Forests]] |
| office7 = [[Minister of Environment and Forests]], [[Government of India]] |
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|primeminister7 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
|primeminister7 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
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| term_start7 = 19 March 1998 |
| term_start7 = 19 March 1998 |
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| predecessor7 = [[Saifuddin Soz]] |
| predecessor7 = [[Saifuddin Soz]] |
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| successor7 = [[T.R. Baalu]] |
| successor7 = [[T.R. Baalu]] |
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| office8 = [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Minister of Industry]] |
| office8 = [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Minister of Industry]], [[Government of India]] |
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|primeminister8 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
|primeminister8 = [[Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] |
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| term_start8 = 16 May 1996 |
| term_start8 = 16 May 1996 |
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| party = [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] {{small|(2014–present)}} |
| party = [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] {{small|(2014–present)}} |
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| otherparty = [[Shiv Sena]] {{small|(before 2014)}} |
| otherparty = [[Shiv Sena]] {{small|(before 2014)}} |
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| alma_mater = [[University of Mumbai]] |
| alma_mater = {{Unbulleted_list|[[University of Mumbai]]|[[Institute of Chartered Accountants of India]]}} |
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| profession = [[Chartered accountant]] |
| profession = {{Unbulleted_list|[[Chartered accountant (India)|Chartered Accountant]]|[[Chancellor (education)|Chancellor]], [[Rishihood University]]<ref name="Suresh Prabhu joins Rishihood University as the Founding Chancellor">{{cite news |last1=Business Standard |first1= |title=Suresh Prabhu joins Rishihood University as the Founding Chancellor |url=https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/suresh-prabhu-joins-rishihood-university-as-the-founding-chancellor-120070400428_1.html |accessdate=31 May 2022 |work= |date=4 July 2020 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20220531131342/https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/suresh-prabhu-joins-rishihood-university-as-the-founding-chancellor-120070400428_1.html |archivedate=31 May 2022}}</ref>|[[Professor]], [[London School of Economics]]<ref name="lse.ac.uk">{{cite web |title=Suresh Prabhu appointed as Visiting Professor in Practice |url=https://www.lse.ac.uk/granthaminstitute/news/suresh-prabhu-appointed-as-visiting-professor-in-practice/ |website=LSE |access-date=10 February 2022}}</ref>}} |
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| religion = |
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| spouse = Uma Prabhu |
| spouse = {{Marriage|Uma Prabhu|1984}} |
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| children = 1 |
| children = 1 |
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| website = {{URL|www.sureshprabhu.in}} |
| website = {{URL|www.sureshprabhu.in}} |
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'''Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu''' (born 11 July 1953) is an Indian politician and [https://rishihood.edu.in/people/suresh-prabhu-2/ Chancellor of Rishihood University] who was the <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.businesstoday.in/top-story/suresh-prabhu-appointed-pm-modi-sherpa-for-g20/story/358716.html|title=Suresh Prabhu appointed PM Modi's Sherpa for G20- Business News|website=www.businesstoday.in|date=24 June 2019 |access-date=2019-06-27}}</ref> [[Ministry of Civil Aviation (India)|Minister of Civil Aviation]], [[Ministry of Railways (India)|Railways]], [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Commerce & Industry]] in the [[First Modi ministry]].<ref>[http://pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/portfolios-of-the-union-council-of-ministers-2/ Portfolios of the Union Council of Ministers] Prime Minister's Office, Government of India</ref> |
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'''Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu''' (born 11 July 1953) is an Indian politician and chancellor of [[Rishihood University]]. He has served as the<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.businesstoday.in/top-story/suresh-prabhu-appointed-pm-modi-sherpa-for-g20/story/358716.html|title=Suresh Prabhu appointed PM Modi's Sherpa for G20- Business News|website=www.businesstoday.in|date=24 June 2019 |access-date=2019-06-27}}</ref> [[Ministry of Civil Aviation (India)|Minister of Civil Aviation]], [[Ministry of Railways (India)|Railways]], [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Commerce & Industry]] in the [[First Modi ministry]].<ref>[http://pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/portfolios-of-the-union-council-of-ministers-2/ Portfolios of the Union Council of Ministers] Prime Minister's Office, Government of India</ref> |
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He is a [[Chartered Accountant (India)|Chartered Accountant]] by profession and a member of the [[Institute of Chartered Accountants of India]] (ICAI). From 1996, Prabhu retained the seat as a Member of Parliament for the [[Rajapur (Lok Sabha Constituency)|Rajapur Lok Sabha constituency]] in [[Maharashtra]] as a member of the [[Shiv Sena]] (SS) political party. He resigned from Shiv Sena and joined the [[Bharatiya Janata Party|BJP]] on 9 November 2014. Since June 2016, he has represented [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Haryana]] in the [[Rajya Sabha]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/suresh-prabhu-files-nomination-for-rajya-sabha-from-andhra-pradesh/articleshow/52517316.cms?from=mdr|title=Suresh Prabhu files nomination for Rajya Sabha from Andhra Pradesh|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/suresh-prabhu-birender-singh-to-be-in-rajya-sabha-from-haryana-703105 | title=Suresh Prabhu, Birender Singh to be in Rajya Sabha from Haryana }}</ref> He is also the founding Chancellor of [[Rishihood University]].<ref name="business-standard.com">{{Cite web|url= https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/suresh-prabhu-joins-rishihood-university-as-the-founding-chancellor-120070400428_1.html|title= Suresh Prabhu joins Rishihood University as the Founding Chancellor|date= 4 July 2020}}</ref> He is also a visiting professor at [[London School of Economics]].<ref name="lse.ac.uk">{{cite web |title=Suresh Prabhu appointed as Visiting Professor in Practice |url=https://www.lse.ac.uk/granthaminstitute/news/suresh-prabhu-appointed-as-visiting-professor-in-practice/ |website=LSE |access-date=10 February 2022}}</ref> He is also a chairman of National Cooperative Policy.<ref name="timesofindia.indiatimes.com">{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu to draft new national co-op policy |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/47-member-panel-led-by-suresh-prabhu-to-draft-new-national-co-op-policy/articleshow/94039117.cms |newspaper=The Times of India |date=7 September 2022 |access-date=7 September 2022}}</ref> |
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He is a [[Chartered accountant (India)|Chartered Accountant]] by profession and a member of the [[Institute of Chartered Accountants of India]] (ICAI). From 1996, Prabhu retained the seat as a Member of Parliament for the [[Rajapur (Lok Sabha Constituency)|Rajapur Lok Sabha constituency]] in [[Maharashtra]] as a member of the [[Shiv Sena]] (SS) political party. He resigned from Shiv Sena and joined the [[Bharatiya Janata Party|BJP]] on 9 November 2014. Since June 2016, he has represented [[Andhra Pradesh]] and [[Haryana]] in the [[Rajya Sabha]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/suresh-prabhu-files-nomination-for-rajya-sabha-from-andhra-pradesh/articleshow/52517316.cms|title=Suresh Prabhu files nomination for Rajya Sabha from Andhra Pradesh|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/suresh-prabhu-birender-singh-to-be-in-rajya-sabha-from-haryana-703105 | title=Suresh Prabhu, Birender Singh to be in Rajya Sabha from Haryana }}</ref> He is also the founding Chancellor of Rishihood University.<ref name="business-standard.com">{{Cite web|url= https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/suresh-prabhu-joins-rishihood-university-as-the-founding-chancellor-120070400428_1.html|title= Suresh Prabhu joins Rishihood University as the Founding Chancellor|date= 4 July 2020}}</ref> He is also a visiting professor at [[London School of Economics]].<ref name="lse.ac.uk">{{cite web |title=Suresh Prabhu appointed as Visiting Professor in Practice |url=https://www.lse.ac.uk/granthaminstitute/news/suresh-prabhu-appointed-as-visiting-professor-in-practice/ |website=LSE |access-date=10 February 2022}}</ref> He is also a chairman of National Cooperative Policy.<ref name="timesofindia.indiatimes.com">{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu to draft new national co-op policy |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/47-member-panel-led-by-suresh-prabhu-to-draft-new-national-co-op-policy/articleshow/94039117.cms |newspaper=The Times of India |date=7 September 2022 |access-date=7 September 2022}}</ref> |
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==Education and career== |
==Education and career== |
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Suresh Prabhu completed his schooling from Sharadashram Vidya Mandir, Dadar, Mumbai, followed by a Bachelor in Commerce with Honours from [[M L Dahanukar College of Commerce|M. L. Dahanukar College]], Vile Parle, Mumbai.<ref name=sp/> He received a Bachelor in Law degree from the New Law College ([[Ruparel College]] campus), Mumbai.<ref>{{citation |title=Cabinet reshuffle: Modi government's got talent but is it being fully utilised? |url= |
Suresh Prabhu completed his schooling from Sharadashram Vidya Mandir, Dadar, Mumbai, followed by a Bachelor in Commerce with Honours from [[M L Dahanukar College of Commerce|M. L. Dahanukar College]], Vile Parle, Mumbai.<ref name=sp/> He received a Bachelor in Law degree from the New Law College ([[Ruparel College]] campus), Mumbai.<ref>{{citation |title=Cabinet reshuffle: Modi government's got talent but is it being fully utilised? |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/cabinet-reshuffle-modi-governments-got-talent-but-is-it-being-fully-utilised/articleshow/53132757.cms |work=[[The Economic Times]] |date=10 July 2016 |last1=Layak |first1=Suman }}</ref> Prabhu is a Chartered Accountant and a member of the [[Institute of Chartered Accountants of India]]. He was All India 11th (eleventh) rank holder in CA exams.<ref name=sp>[http://www.sureshprabhu.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=27&Itemid=270 Suresh Prabhu Biodata] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170211144233/http://www.sureshprabhu.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=27&Itemid=270 |date=11 February 2017 }} India, Accessed on 10 November 2014</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://zeenews.india.com/home/shri-suresh-p-prabhu_634229.html|title=Shri. Suresh P. Prabhu|date=15 June 2010|website=Zee News}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nias.res.in/docs/CV-Suresh-Prabhu.pdf |title=Archived copy |access-date=2014-11-15 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141129030453/http://www.nias.res.in/docs/CV-Suresh-Prabhu.pdf |archive-date=29 November 2014 |df=dmy-all }}</ref> |
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Prabhu has held several government and semi government positions, which includes the Chairmanship of Maharashtra State Finance Commission, [[Saraswat Co-operative Bank Ltd|Saraswat Co-operative Bank]], [[National Cooperation Policy]]<ref>{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu to head panel to draft National Cooperation Policy |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/policy/suresh-prabhu-to-head-panel-to-draft-national-cooperation-policy/article65857339.ece |access-date=6 September 2022 |work=The Hindu}}</ref> Member of the Maharashtra Tourism Development Board, among others. He is a part of 16 global organizations and 9 strategic dialogues which include: |
Prabhu has held several government and semi government positions, which includes the Chairmanship of Maharashtra State Finance Commission, [[Saraswat Co-operative Bank Ltd|Saraswat Co-operative Bank]], [[National Cooperation Policy]]<ref>{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu to head panel to draft National Cooperation Policy |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/policy/suresh-prabhu-to-head-panel-to-draft-national-cooperation-policy/article65857339.ece |access-date=6 September 2022 |work=The Hindu}}</ref> Member of the Maharashtra Tourism Development Board, among others. He is a part of 16 global organizations and 9 strategic dialogues which include: |
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* [[United Nations Development Programme|United Nations Development Program]] (UNDP) |
* [[United Nations Development Programme|United Nations Development Program]] (UNDP) |
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* [[United Nations Industrial Development Organization]] (UNIDO) |
* [[United Nations Industrial Development Organization]] (UNIDO) |
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* Global Forum For Farmers, President |
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* Strategic Dialogues |
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* Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service |
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* [[Skolkovo Foundation]] |
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* Asia Energy Forum |
* Asia Energy Forum |
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* United Nations Committee of Biodiversity |
* United Nations Committee of Biodiversity |
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==Early political career== |
==Early political career== |
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He was, at various times during the [[Premiership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] from 1998 to 2004, [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Industry Minister]], [[Ministry of Environment and Forests (India)|Minister of Environment and Forests]], [[Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers|Minister of Fertilizers & Chemicals]], [[Ministry of Power (India)|Power]], [[Minister of Railways (India)|Railways]], [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Commerce and Industry]] and [[Ministry of Civil Aviation (India)|Civil Aviation]]. He has been a Member of Lok Sabha in the 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th Lok Sabha between 1996 and 2009. His constituency comprised the district of Sindhudurg and parts of Ratnagiri district in the state of Maharashtra on the western coast of India. He was also a Member of Rajya Sabha representing Haryana and Andhra Pradesh.<ref>{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu set to be re-elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/suresh-prabhu-set-to-be-re-elected-unopposed-to-rajya-sabha/articleshow/52525420.cms |
He was, at various times during the [[Premiership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee]] from 1998 to 2004, [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Industry Minister]], [[Ministry of Environment and Forests (India)|Minister of Environment and Forests]], [[Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers|Minister of Fertilizers & Chemicals]], [[Ministry of Power (India)|Power]], [[Minister of Railways (India)|Railways]], [[Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)|Commerce and Industry]] and [[Ministry of Civil Aviation (India)|Civil Aviation]]. He has been a Member of Lok Sabha in the 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th Lok Sabha between 1996 and 2009. His constituency comprised the district of Sindhudurg and parts of Ratnagiri district in the state of Maharashtra on the western coast of India. He was also a Member of Rajya Sabha representing Haryana and Andhra Pradesh.<ref>{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu set to be re-elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/suresh-prabhu-set-to-be-re-elected-unopposed-to-rajya-sabha/articleshow/52525420.cms |access-date=31 May 2016 |publisher=The Economic Times}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Suresh Prabhu takes oath in Rajya Sabha |url=https://zeenews.india.com/news/india/suresh-prabhu-takes-oath-in-rajya-sabha_1509795.html |access-date=5 December 2014 |publisher=ZEE News}}</ref> |
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==Union Cabinet Minister== |
==Union Cabinet Minister== |
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===Union Minister For Environment and Forests (1998-99)=== |
===Union Minister For Environment and Forests (1998-99)=== |
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* Instrumental in preparation of a comprehensive National Environment Action Plan having time bound programs for abatement of pollution in the country<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://164.100.47.194/Loksabha/Members/memberbioprofile.aspx?mpsno=332&lastls=14|title=Members : Lok Sabha|website=164.100.47.194}}</ref> |
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* Introduced 100% centrally funded Schemes for reducing pollution in 22 major cities of India<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr98/l1298/r231298.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Introduced unleaded petrol in National Capital Territory to control pollution levels<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr98/l1298/r151298.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Instrumental in setting up of Indian Centre for the Promotion of Cleaner Technologies (ICPC) in association with the [[World Bank]], industries, academic institution and other agencies |
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* Formed Environment Surveillance Squads in the [[Central Pollution Control Board]] to enforce pollution control systems on polluting industries |
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'''Left a lasting imprint in areas like:''' |
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'''Environment Clearances'''<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr99/l0199/r270199.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Streamlined procedures for environmental clearances and introduced transparency by bringing all works regarding environment and forest clearances on Internet |
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* Instrumental in strengthening the monitoring system for achieving better compliance of stipulated conditions in environmental clearances |
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* Issued notification to make Environmental Impact Assessment compulsory for 29 developmental activities<ref>{{cite web |url=http://nbaindia.org/uploaded/Biodiversityindia/1st_report.pdf |title= Natiojnal report|date=1998 |website=nbaindia.org |access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* Instrumental in project involving Asian Development Bank for strengthening Environment Impact Assessment and Environment Legislation |
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'''Legislative Initiatives''' |
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* Instrumental in preparation of a draft Biological Diversity Act for conservation, sustainable utilization and equitable sharing of biological resources<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr98/l1098/r301098.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Finalized the Hazardous Waste Management Rules,<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/content/114062/rules-on-solid-waste-management-to-be-notified/?page=|title=Rules on solid waste management to be notified - India Environment Portal | News, reports, documents, blogs, data, analysis on environment & development | India, South Asia|website=www.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in}}</ref> Solid Waste Management Rules<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr99/l0999/r170999.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> & Biomedical Waste Management Rules<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr2000/rjan2000/r12012000.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Prepared draft "Recycled Plastics Usage Rules" which envisaged prohibiting/restricting the use of plastics<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/node/34518/|title=Eco friendly plastics? - India Environment Portal | News, reports, documents, blogs, data, analysis on environment & development | India, South Asia|website=www.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in}}</ref> |
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* Examined the Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules |
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'''Conservation of Natural Resources''' |
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* Prepared a detailed action plan for achieving 33% forest cover in the country<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr99/l0599/r170599.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Set up the National Committee for identification of Eco-sensitive zones |
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* Launched the Bamboo Development Plan for the country, signed multiple treaties with INBAR and Konkan Bamboo and Cane Development Centre |
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* Revised Project "Modern Forest Fire Control Methods" to effectively prevent forest fire incidents in the country |
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* Launched the National Natural Resources Management System (NNRMS) scheme with the objective of utilizing remote sensing technology to monitor natural resources and facilitate sustainable development |
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* Made Joint Forest Management (JFM) system an integral part of all forestry projects. Created Joint Forest Management Cell to monitor implementation |
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* Prepared proposal for centrally sponsored ‘Integrated Forest Protection Scheme’ |
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* Prepared National Perspective plan to rehabilitate the forest and non forest wastelands |
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* Created an Environment Fund to plough back the fines collected for violation of environmental laws |
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* Successfully ran a nationwide awareness campaign for forest and environment conservation |
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* Created protection squads in all Project Tiger areas affected by insurgency |
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* Banned export of antlers of deer and 29 species of medicinal plants |
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* Financial assistance provided to 28 National Parks and 107 sanctuaries in 23 states |
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* Launched Project Turtle, a new initiative for the conservation of the Olive Ridley Turtle |
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* Prepared proposal for Biodiversity Diversity Act after a detailed and transparent consultative process |
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* Proposed setting up of a Biodiversity Information Network |
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* Several initiatives taken to improve implementation of Ganga Action Plan and National River Conservation Plan |
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===Union Power Minister (2000-02)=== |
===Union Power Minister (2000-02)=== |
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As the Union Minister for Power, he won praise for his performance from [[The Indian Express]].<ref name=ie914>[http://indianexpress.com/article/india/politics/suresh-prabhu-returns-to-the-cabinet/ Suresh Prabhu returns to the Cabinet] Indian Express (9 November 2014)</ref> As Minister of Power, he ushered in transformational policies in Power sector with thrust on rural-electrification, T&D reforms; encouraged big ticket investments and batted for Sustainable Power Development, etc. |
As the Union Minister for Power, he won praise for his performance from [[The Indian Express]].<ref name=ie914>[http://indianexpress.com/article/india/politics/suresh-prabhu-returns-to-the-cabinet/ Suresh Prabhu returns to the Cabinet] Indian Express (9 November 2014)</ref> As Minister of Power, he ushered in transformational policies in Power sector with thrust on rural-electrification, T&D reforms; encouraged big ticket investments and batted for Sustainable Power Development, etc. |
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'''Power Generation Augmentation''' |
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* Prepared an action plan for creation of an additional capacity of 1,00,000 MW to give power on demand by 2012<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/ministry-plans-capacity-addition-to-square-off-earlier-slippages-102010701060_1.html|title=Ministry Plans Capacity Addition To Square Off Earlier Slippages|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=7 January 2002 }}</ref> |
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* Executed resource planning for building additional power generation capacity. Took steps to set up alternate payment security mechanism for the investors as an interim resource mobilization strategy<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.zeebiz.com/india/news-40-total-power-generation-from-non-fossil-fuel-sources-by-2030-suresh-prabhu-53227|title=40% total power generation from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030: Suresh Prabhu|date=29 June 2018|website=Zee Business}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/power/india-will-be-at-centre-of-sunshine-countries-of-isa-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/64796867.cms?from=mdr|title=India will be at centre of 'sunshine countries' of ISA: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Set up Power Projects Monitoring Committee to expedite speed of commissioning of generation facilities<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/committee-to-review-policy-hurdles/article19758141.ece|title=Committee to review policy hurdles: Suresh Prabhu|first=Arun|last=S|newspaper=The Hindu |date=26 September 2017|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> |
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* Renovation and Modernization action plan formulated for 170 thermal power units and 35 hydro units with total generation capacity of 14,000MW<ref>{{cite web |url=https://powermin.nic.in/sites/default/files/uploads/ar01-02.pdf |title=Annual report |date=2002 |website=powermin.nic.in |access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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'''Policy Measures''' |
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* Executed resource planning for building additional power generation capacity. Took steps to set up alternate payment security mechanism for the investors as an interim resource mobilization strategy<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr2001/raug2001/30082001/r3008200135.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Initiatives taken which resulted in signing of MoUs with States for undertaking reforms and restructuring in a time bound manner |
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* Instrumental in the implementation of the landmark tripartite agreement which allowed the Union government to recover the amounts due from the states by deducting them from central devolution<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/Politics/JzehQ2sYgEneh7pV6xMBWL/Narendra-Modi-finds-a-reform-partner-in-Suresh-Prabhu.html|title=Narendra Modi finds a reform partner in Suresh Prabhu|first=Utpal|last=Bhaskar|date=10 November 2014|website=mint}}</ref> |
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* Executed the Accelerated Power Development Program (APDP)<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/archive/rs-25000-crore-sought-for-power-distribution-reforms/36968/|title=Rs 25,000 crore sought for power distribution reforms|date=8 February 2002|website=The Financial Express}}</ref> |
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* Implemented a special aid package under the Accelerated Power Development Program for the reforming States in order to encourage distribution reforms<ref name="auto"/> |
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* Formed National Power Grid to enable power transfer from power surplus regions to power deficit regions and enable optimal development and utilization of coal and hydro resources economically<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/archive/cabinet-approval-for-national-power-grid-soon-says-prabhu/38558/|title=Cabinet approval for national power grid soon, says Prabhu|date=24 February 2002|website=The Financial Express}}</ref> |
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* Undertook policy measures to accelerate hydro power development by laying emphasis on basin-wise development<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr2000/rdec2000/r16122000.html|title=Latest Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.powerinfotoday.com/hydroelectric/future-of-energy-is-in-storage-of-energy-says-suresh-prabhu/|title=Future of Energy is in Storage of Energy, says Suresh Prabhu | Power Info Today}}</ref><ref>https://eparlib.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/425222/1/40249.pdf {{Bare URL PDF|date=March 2022}}</ref> |
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===Chairperson, Task Force for Interlinking of Rivers (2002-04)=== |
===Chairperson, Task Force for Interlinking of Rivers (2002-04)=== |
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* Chaired the comprehensive program of Government of India aimed at insuring the country against water stress through linkage of major rivers in the Himalayan and Peninsular regions of the country<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr2002/rdec2002/19122002/r1912200216.html|title=PIB Press Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Steered the Task Force towards making an action plan for completion of the feasibility studies and providing guidance on norms of appraisal of individual projects in respect of socio-economic impacts, environmental impacts and economic viability |
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* Prepared ground for reaching consensus with the concerned State Governments on the program of [[River linking|interlinking of rivers]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.pib.gov.in/archive/releases98/lyr2003/rjul2003/09072003/r0907200315.html|title=PIB Press Releases|website=archive.pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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===Union Railway Minister (2014-17)=== |
===Union Railway Minister (2014-17)=== |
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[[File:Shri Suresh Prabhu taking charge as the Union Minister for Railways, in New Delhi on November 10, 2014.jpg|300px|thumb|Prabhu taking charge as the Union Minister for Railways, in New Delhi on 10 November 2014]] |
[[File:Shri Suresh Prabhu taking charge as the Union Minister for Railways, in New Delhi on November 10, 2014.jpg|300px|thumb|Prabhu taking charge as the Union Minister for Railways, in New Delhi on 10 November 2014]] |
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On 9 November 2014, he was sworn in as Cabinet minister in the Narendra Modi government. He was the Union [[Ministry of Railways (India)|Railway Minister]] of India from November 2014 to September 2017.<ref>[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Suresh-Prabhu-says-PM-wants-condition-of-railways-to-change-Parrikar-seeks-time-to-get-going/articleshow/45097832.cms Suresh Prabhu says PM wants condition of railways to change, Parrikar seeks time to get going] The Times of India (10 November 2014)</ref><ref>{{citation |title=Modi Cabinet reshuffle: Full list of new council of ministers |url= |
On 9 November 2014, he was sworn in as Cabinet minister in the Narendra Modi government. He was the Union [[Ministry of Railways (India)|Railway Minister]] of India from November 2014 to September 2017.<ref>[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Suresh-Prabhu-says-PM-wants-condition-of-railways-to-change-Parrikar-seeks-time-to-get-going/articleshow/45097832.cms Suresh Prabhu says PM wants condition of railways to change, Parrikar seeks time to get going] The Times of India (10 November 2014)</ref><ref>{{citation |title=Modi Cabinet reshuffle: Full list of new council of ministers |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/modi-cabinet-reshuffle-full-list-of-pm-modis-council-of-ministers/articleshow/60348346.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=3 September 2017 }}</ref> |
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* Introduced one of the world's cheapest travel insurance plan for passengers which has now been made free of cost<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/economy/indian-railways-irctc-offers-rs-10-lakh-insurance-for-0-92-paise-premium-suresh-prabhu-says-over-4-million-opt-for-it/376104/|title=Indian Railways offers Rs 10 lakh insurance for 0.92 paise premium; over 4 million opt for it|date=13 September 2016}}</ref> |
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* The Indian railways was deployed for sending disaster relief supplies at an unprecedented scale. |
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# Jaldoot water trains were sent to drought hit areas of Maharashtra<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/mumbai-news/water-train-completes-100-trips-to-latur/story-vp5cYS2S4vPBfAVgt1W9YN.html|title=Water train completes 100 trips to Latur|date=30 July 2016|website=Hindustan Times}}</ref> |
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# [[Rolling highway|Roll on Roll off]] was used to address fuel crisis in the North East<ref>{{cite web | last=Online | first=FE | title=A first in the North-East: Indian Railways transporting fuel-laden trucks to Tripura under RoRo service | website=The Financial Express | date=2016-08-11 | url=https://www.financialexpress.com/india-news/a-first-in-the-north-east-suresh-prabhu-indian-railways-transporting-fuel-laden-trucks-to-tripura-under-roro-service/344655/ | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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# Food grains were supplied in the form of ready to eat food packets to major parts of North East and most parts of Assam<ref>{{cite web | last=Desk | first=Express Web | title=Suresh Prabhu as Railway Minister: Indian Railways under his tenure | website=The Indian Express | date=2017-08-24 | url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/indian-railways-under-railway-minister-suresh-prabhu-highlights-of-his-tenure-4810243/ | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* ‘VIKALP’, Alternative Train Accommodation System (ATAS) launched with a view to provide confirmed accommodation to waitlisted passengers <ref>{{cite web | last=Jha | first=Srinand | title=New railway scheme to shorten wait lists, transfer passengers to alternative trains | website=Hindustan Times | date=2017-03-22 | url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/waiting-list-no-more-railway-passengers-to-get-reservation-in-alternative-trains/story-aVe3sZdVGIUhhLuUH82W3O.html | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* Launched an integrated mobile app for all Railway related services <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/industry/rail-saarthi-app-launched-by-suresh-prabhu-app-to-cater-to-ticket-booking-inquiry-on-board-cleaning-and-meal-orders/763620/|title=Rail Saarthi app launched by Suresh Prabhu; app to cater to ticket booking, inquiry, on-board cleaning and meal orders|date=14 July 2017}}</ref> |
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* High speed free Wi-Fi launched at 140+ stations<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/google-free-wifi-now-launched-at-bhubaneswar-railway-station/|title=Bhubaneswar railway station gets Google free high-speed WiFi service|date=18 April 2016}}</ref> |
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* Launched new catering policy <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/business/suresh-prabhu-to-unveil-new-rail-catering-policy-today-as-complaints-on-food-surge-3304282.html|title=Suresh Prabhu to unveil new rail catering policy today as complaints on food surge |date=27 February 2017|website=Firstpost}}</ref> |
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* 155,949 additional berths made available in last 3 years through coach augmentation<ref>http://pibarchive.nic.in/ndagov/Comprehensive-Materials/compr4.pdf {{Bare URL PDF|date=March 2022}}</ref> |
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* Took many initiatives for [[Disability|Divyangs]]: Braille signage, toilets, E-wheelchair, battery operated cars, policy allowing Divyangs to avail concession even while travelling without escort Janani Sewa launched to provide services to mothers of infants<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/Politics/I4a6wKSUEnQ0jxLx7oGYPM/Railway-launches-Janani-Sewa-optional-catering-on-pilot-bas.html|title=Railway launches Janani Sewa, optional catering on pilot basis|first=Jyotika|last=Sood|date=8 June 2016|website=mint}}</ref> |
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* Introduced Single person accountability introduced for all facilities on trains<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://pib.gov.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=149450|title=Minister of Railways Shri Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu inaugurates/ launches various facilities/ services through video conferencing from Rail Bhawan|website=pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Launched Mission Retrofit to revamp 40,000 coaches<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/railways-to-retrofit-40000-coaches-with-upgraded-facilities/article19026594.ece|title=Railways to retrofit 40,000 coaches with upgraded facilities|newspaper=The Hindu |date=13 June 2017|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> |
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* In a bid to enhance consumer experience initiated installation of elevators and escalators at stations along with widening of footover bridges Initiated the process of installing CCTV cameras in ladies compartment to boost security<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1486440|title=The Railway Protection Force (RPF) organized its Investiture Parade – 2017|website=pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* 100% FDI allowed in identified areas of railway sector<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/Politics/1li6TeBNhtBuHWe5EMuB4M/Govt-outlines-areas-open-for-FDI-in-railways.html|title=Govt outlines areas open for FDI in railways|first=Ragini|last=Verma|date=12 November 2014|website=mint}}</ref> |
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* Initiated merger of rail budget with general budget as part of reform agenda<ref>{{cite web | last=Desk | first=Internet | title=Understanding the rationale behind rail, general budgets' merger | website=The Hindu | date=2016-09-21 | url=https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/Understanding-the-rationale-behind-rail-general-budgets-merger/article14991738.ece | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* Chaired various Roundtable discussions to reach out to Railways’ stakeholders, seek and incorporate their feedback<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/government-press-release/minister-of-railways-invites-non-railways-stakeholders-to-the-roundtable-discussion-117011100944_1.html|title=Minister of Railways Invites Non Railways StakeHolders to the Roundtable Discussion on Environment and Housekeeping Issues of Indian Railways|newspaper=Business Standard India |date=11 January 2017|via=Business Standard}}</ref> |
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'''Infrastructure Creation: Grave traction to speedy Creation of Infrastructure in Railways''' |
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* Substantially increased the average km broad gauge lines commissioned to 7.7 km/day against past average of 4.3 km/day<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/suresh-prabhus-mission-broad-guage-across-india-separate-lines-for-freight-trains-bio-toilets/articleshow/57653793.cms?from=mdr|title=Suresh Prabhu's mission: Broad gauge across India, separate lines for freight trains & bio-toilets|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Commissioned highest ever 45 freight terminals in 2016–17 with total of 109 in last three years<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.railnews.in/record-performance-of-indian-railways-in-infrastructure-development-witnessed-during-2016-17/|title=Record Performance of Indian Railways in Infrastructure development witnessed during 2016-17 – RailNews Media India Ltd}}</ref> |
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* Commissioned highest ever 1306 Road Over Bridges and subways in 2016–17, total 3,486 in last 3 years<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/minorityview/elimination-of-accidents-at-level-crossings-will-reduce-death-toll-on-indian-railways-by-more-than-half/|title=Elimination of accidents at level crossings will reduce death toll on Indian Railways by more than half|date=27 January 2015|website=Times of India Blog}}</ref> |
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* Leading Station Redevelopment Program: Largest transit oriented development program across the world worth ₹1,00,000 crores to redevelop 400 stations<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/suresh-prabhu-launches-railway-station-redevelopment-programme/articleshow/57043183.cms?from=mdr|title=Suresh Prabhu launches railway station redevelopment programme|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Launched Final Location survey for BG line rail connectivity for the Chardham Pilgrimage<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/suresh-prabhu-lays-foundation-stone-for-char-dham-rail-link-location-survey/articleshow/58659319.cms?from=mdr|title=Suresh Prabhu lays foundation stone for Char Dham rail link location survey|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Final Location survey for BG line rail connectivity between Manali and Leh<ref>{{cite news | title=Prabhu launches final survey work for Leh rail line | newspaper=Business Standard India | date=2017-06-27 | url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/prabhu-launches-final-survey-work-for-leh-rail-line-117062701162_1.html | access-date=2020-12-18| agency=Press Trust of India }}</ref> |
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* Piloted Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP) - Phase III project to augment infra in Mumbai suburban rail<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-mumbai-urban-transport-project-phase-3-ready-to-roll-after-centre-s-nod-2051723|title=Mumbai Urban Transport Project phase 3 ready to roll after Centre's nod|first=Binoo|last=Nair|date=12 January 2015|website=DNA India}}</ref> |
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* Effected direct procurement of about 750 MW of power by Ministry of Railways under Open Access, reduction in Traction power bill of ₹1400 crores<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/Politics/Fj5C2lM8uzYoJoGDjP0HOK/Indian-Railways-calls-bids-for-electricity-supply.html|title=Indian Railways calls bids for electricity supply|first=Utpal|last=Bhaskar|date=17 July 2015|website=mint}}</ref> |
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* Provided 69,200 bio-toilets in trains in the last three years, record number of 34078 Bio Toilets provided in 2016-17<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://swachhindia.ndtv.com/85000-bio-toilets-in-trains-commissioned-suresh-prabhu-3463/|title=85,000 Bio-Toilets In Trains Commissioned: Suresh Prabhu | News|date=19 October 2016}}</ref> |
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* New Water policy launched for restoration of water bodies, establishing water recycling plants, rain water harvesting, efficient water usage, automatic coach washing plants etc.<ref>{{cite web | title=On World Water Day, Railways unveils water conservation policy | website=The Economic Times | date=2017-03-22 | url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/on-world-water-day-railways-unveils-water-conservation-policy/articleshow/57775855.cms | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* Launched Mission 41K to achieve savings of ₹41k crores through energy efficiency<ref>{{cite web | title=Railways on a 'Mission 41K' to save energy worth Rs 41,000 crore | website=The Economic Times | date=2017-01-17 | url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/railways-on-a-mission-41k-to-save-energy-worth-rs-41000-crore/articleshow/56630062.cms | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* 10 MW Solar Plants installed. Massive solarisation (1000 MW Solar Power Plants) planned <ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/railways-to-add-1000-mw-of-solar-200-mw-of-wind-energy-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/58031799.cms?from=mdr|title=Railways to add 1000 MW of solar, 200 MW of wind energy: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Expanded the scope and expedited the implementation of accounting reforms in Indian Railways<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://wr.indianrailways.gov.in/cris/view_detail.jsp?lang=0&id=0,4,268&dcd=3596&did=14916512208196D859B293614F9750660E35588C963BB.web91|title=Western Railway|website=wr.indianrailways.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Process of transfers and postings in key positions made absolutely transparent<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/railway-minister-suresh-prabhus-path-breaking-ideas-to-bring-loss-making-indian-railways-back-on-track/articleshow/45117142.cms?from=mdr|title=Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu's path breaking ideas to bring loss-making Indian Railways back on track|first=BHAVNA VIJ|last=AURORA|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Effected monitoring of zonal railways through MoUs based on quantifiable performance parameters <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/economy/suresh-prabhu-indian-railways-performance-appraisal-railway-board-rail-employees/310407/|title=Suresh Prabhu introduces 18 tough KRAs for Indian Railways officials to match private sector appraisal system|date=8 July 2016}}</ref> |
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* Launched "Nivaran", an online platform for employees to lodge their grievances<ref>{{cite web | title=eGovWatch: Suresh Prabhu formally launches grievance portal Nivaran for Indian Railways employees | website=Express Computer | date=2016-07-01 | url=https://www.expresscomputer.in/news/egovwatch-suresh-prabhu-formally-launches-grievance-portal-nivaran-for-indian-railways-employees/18378/ | access-date=2020-12-18}}</ref> |
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* Eliminated Interviews for all recruitments for Staff at Group C & D level<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/Politics/8qHcz92V5cALwUieeSP9uO/Govt-abolishes-interviews-for-ClassIII-IV-jobs.html|title=Govt abolishes interviews for Class-III, IV jobs|date=1 January 2016|website=mint}}</ref> |
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===Union Commerce & Industry Minister (2017-19)=== |
===Union Commerce & Industry Minister (2017-19)=== |
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He has been the minister of Commerce and Industry since September 2017. He was elected as Rajya Sabha member from the state of Andhra Pradesh on 3 June 2016.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.livemint.com/Politics/M31dHeA2rtv1aChRKYHpWK/Suresh-Prabhu-Piyush-Goyal-P-Chidambaram-elected-to-Rajya.html|title=Suresh Prabhu, Piyush Goyal, P. Chidambaram elected to Rajya Sabha|last=PTI|date=2016-06-03|work=www.livemint.com/|access-date=2017-12-17}}</ref> During his tenure, he took several steps to boost manufacturing in India. Details of few major reforms are as under: |
He has been the minister of Commerce and Industry since September 2017. He was elected as Rajya Sabha member from the state of Andhra Pradesh on 3 June 2016.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.livemint.com/Politics/M31dHeA2rtv1aChRKYHpWK/Suresh-Prabhu-Piyush-Goyal-P-Chidambaram-elected-to-Rajya.html|title=Suresh Prabhu, Piyush Goyal, P. Chidambaram elected to Rajya Sabha|last=PTI|date=2016-06-03|work=www.livemint.com/|access-date=2017-12-17}}</ref> During his tenure, he took several steps to boost manufacturing in India. Details of few major reforms are as under: |
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'''Boosting domestic manufacturing at the district level to achieve US$5 trillion economy''' |
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* Initiated the Start- the pilot District Level Development plan in six districts across five states with a focus on interventions critical to boosting manufacturing at the district level<ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-maharashtra-suresh-prabhu-launches-district-development-plan-for-ratnagiri-and-sindhudurg-2708007|title=Maharashtra: Suresh Prabhu launches District Development Plan for Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg|first=dna|last=Correspondent|date=15 January 2019|website=DNA India}}</ref> |
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* Initiated the process of introducing the EODB framework at the district Level<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/power/suresh-prabhu-indicates-improvement-in-indias-ease-of-doing-business-ranking/66432195|title=Suresh Prabhu indicates improvement in India's ease of doing business ranking - ET EnergyWorld|website=ETEnergyworld.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/business/e-commerce-policy-soon-says-suresh-prabhu-expresses-optimism-on-ease-of-doing-business-rankings-next-fiscal-5566901.html|title=E-commerce policy soon, says Suresh Prabhu; expresses optimism on Ease of Doing Business rankings next fiscal |date=17 November 2018|website=Firstpost}}</ref> |
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'''Trade promotion: Taking steps towards a more focused approach towards export promotion''' |
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* Drove policies which resulted in India registering its highest ever merchandise exports of over US$330 billion in 2018-19<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/merchandise-exports-to-be-at-330-billion-in-fy19-suresh-prabhu-119032801246_1.html|title=Merchandise exports to be at $330 billion in FY19: Suresh Prabhu|first=Subhayan|last=Chakraborty|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=28 March 2019|via=Business Standard}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/indias-goods-export-to-hit-usd-330-billion-in-2018-19-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/68308948.cms?from=mdr|title=India's goods export to hit USD 330 billion in 2018-19: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Achieved a massive US$10 billion cut in trade deficit with China in 1 year; this was the first time in 30 years that trade deficit with China reduced<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/economy/india-cuts-trade-deficit-with-china-by-10-billion-in-fy19-as-imports-go-down/1547225/|title=India cuts trade deficit with China by $10 billion in FY19 as imports go down|date=13 April 2019}}</ref> |
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* Introduced India's 1st ever Agriculture Export Policy to address barriers in the agricultural sector; the policy is aimed at doubling the agricultural exports in 2018 to US$60 billion by 2022<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/union-cabinet-approves-agriculture-export-policy/articleshow/66974576.cms?from=mdr|title=Union cabinet approves agricultural export policy|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Achieved a 97% resolution rate of grievances received from the domestic exporter community through digitization in the first year |
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* Working on the introduction of a State Led Export Policy in a bid to boost trade related cooperative federalism |
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* Created a high-level group of experts committee to create out of the box approaches to contemporary scenarios of trade.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/govt-forms-high-level-panel-to-look-into-global-trade-challenges/articleshow/65993131.cms?from=mdr|title=Govt forms high-level panel to look into global trade challenges|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Earmarked ₹ 5,000 crores to boost exports across 12 Champion Services Sectors <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/business/economy/220318/govt-to-promote-12-champion-service-sectors-to-boost-exports.html|title=Govt to promote 12 champion service sectors to boost exports|date=22 March 2018|website=Deccan Chronicle}}</ref> |
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'''Pivoting multilateralism on India''' |
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* Continuous efforts towards making India a focal point in new power dynamics in trade multilateralism; organized a special mini Ministerial WTO meet in India<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/thinking-of-organising-mini-ministerial-of-wto-members-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/62542071.cms?from=mdr|title=Thinking of organising mini-ministerial of WTO members: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/india-to-host-mini-ministerial-meet-to-find-ways-to-strengthen-wto-prabhu-117123100199_1.html|title=India to host mini-ministerial meet to find ways to strengthen WTO: Prabhu|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=31 December 2017|via=Business Standard|agency=Press Trust of India}}</ref> |
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'''Investment Promotion''' |
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* Reinforcing the efforts towards increasing the [[Ease of doing business index|Ease of Doing Business]] in India for both foreign and domestic players. India now ranks first in Ease of Doing Business report among South Asian countries as compared to 6th in 2014. India now ranks 77 in the World Bank's EODB ranking, leaping up by 23 ranks.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/business/doing-biz-index-suresh-prabhu-indicates-improvement-in-indias-rankings-5426276/|title=Doing Biz Index: Suresh Prabhu indicates improvement in India's rankings|date=31 October 2018}}</ref> |
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* In the last four years, India has received [[Foreign direct investment in India|FDI]] worth 263 billion US dollars which is 45 percent of the FDI received in the last 18 years.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1565886|title=4th India-Asean Expo and Summit Inaugurated|website=pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Focus on improving District Level EODB with a target of achieving an additional GDP growth of 2-3 percent at the district level.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/district-focused-approach-to-boost-gdp-growth-faster-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/67501678.cms?from=mdr|title=District-focused approach to boost GDP growth faster: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/district-level-ease-of-doing-business-ranking-to-be-launched-soon-prabhu/article26737291.ece|title=District-level 'ease of doing business' ranking to be launched soon: Suresh Prabhu|website=@businessline|date=4 April 2019 }}</ref> |
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* Drove investments into 35 alternative investment funds by mobilizing a ~USD 1.5 billions corpus for startups aimed at boosting entrepreneurship across India<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/startups/newsbuzz/angel-tax-eased-prabhu-clears-proposal-to-enhance-startup-definition-turnover/articleshow/68060202.cms?from=mdr|title=Angel tax eased: Prabhu clears proposal to enhance startup definition, turnover|first=Kirtika|last=Suneja|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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'''Pillar of Support for Indian Manufacturing''' |
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* Initiated the pilot District Level Development plan in six districts across five states with a focus on interventions critical to boosting manufacturing at the district level. Start-up India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to build a strong ecosystem that is conducive for the growth of start-up businesses, to drive sustainable economic growth and generate large scale employment opportunities. The number of recognized startups by the Ministry crossed 15,000. Total employment generated because of that has been for over 130,000 persons.<ref name="auto1"/> |
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* Launched an intensive market access campaign for GI, in order to give a fillip to the grassroot entrepreneurs and manufacturing of local goods. Total number of products carrying GI tags increased to ~300 and GI specific stores were opened at airports across India<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/commerce-ministry-to-launch-campaign-to-promote-gi-products/articleshow/63057114.cms?from=mdr|title=Commerce ministry to launch campaign to promote GI products|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Working on creating a master plan for Make in India 2.0 with to boost domestic manufacturing with an ultimate target of creating a million plus jobs in the next year<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/suresh-prabhu-signals-focus-on-new-sectors-to-boost-manufacturing-exports/articleshow/61650699.cms|title=Suresh Prabhu signals focus on new sectors to boost manufacturing, exports - Times of India|website=The Times of India|date=15 November 2017 }}</ref> |
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* Domestic Council for Gems & Jewellery launched<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1561871|title=Domestic Council for Gems & Jewellery launched|website=pib.gov.in}}</ref> |
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* Launched SEZ 2.0 policy framework under the chairmanship of Sh. Baba Kalyani, chairman, Bharat Forge<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://cfo.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/commerce-ministry-to-start-consultations-on-special-economic-zones-suresh-prabhu/66701467|title=Commerce ministry to start consultations on special economic zones: Suresh Prabhu - ETCFO|website=ETCFO.com}}</ref> |
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* Made key policies for greater flow of credit to the export sector<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/economy-policy/suresh-prabhu-makes-a-case-for-greater-flow-of-credit-to-export-sector-119010901232_1.html|title=Suresh Prabhu makes a case for greater flow of credit to export sector|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=9 January 2019|last1=Chakraborty|first1=Subhayan}}</ref> |
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'''Committed to Technology, Innovation skills and known for path breaking initiatives, particularly in Railways and Power''' |
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* Setting up a dedicated Data Analytics Unit under the ministry, which will assist decision makers at the top level in driving short-term and long-term data/ evidence driven policy making<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.uniindia.com/data-plays-critical-role-in-providing-right-decision-support-for-govts-prabhu/business-economy/news/2038516.html|title=Data plays critical role in providing right decision support for govts: Prabhu}}</ref> |
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* Government e-Marketplace (GeM) was set up as the National Public Procurement Portal in August 2016 for facilitating completely online and transparent system for procurement of goods and services. GeM platform saw transactions worth ₹ 17,500 crores in last 2 years, resulting in an average saving of 25-28%<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1565237|title=Commerce Minister launches 'SWAYATT' on GeM|website=pib.gov.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/startups/newsbuzz/startups-eye-this-gem-to-attract-new-govt-clients/articleshow/69530055.cms?from=mdr|title=Startups eye this GeM to attract new govt clients|first=Biswarup|last=Gooptu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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'''Forward looking Policy Making''' |
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* Initiated the development of India's New Industrial Policy with a focus on boosting sustainable manufacturing in India<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/new-government-to-announce-the-proposed-industrial-policy-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/68724266.cms|title=New government to announce the proposed industrial policy: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Initiated the development of India's first ever National e-Commerce Policy<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/economy/govt-considering-e-commerce-policy-suresh-prabhu-3301011.html|title=Govt Considering E-commerce Policy: Suresh Prabhu|website=Moneycontrol|date=17 December 2018 }}</ref> |
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* Created an action-oriented plan to further diversify the economy with an eye on future sustainability<ref name="auto2">{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/working-on-strategy-to-diversify-export-basket-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/62555622.cms?from=mdr|title=Working on strategy to diversify export basket: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/economy/suresh-prabhu-government-working-on-diversifying-export-basket/1021044/|title=Suresh Prabhu: Government working on diversifying export basket|date=19 January 2018}}</ref> |
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* Created a plan for mainstreaming the use of technology in across every aspect of governance<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/india-poised-to-take-advantage-of-new-age-technological-advancements-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/67737440.cms|title=India poised to take advantage of new age technological advancements: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Implemented the strategy for enhancing market access for Indian [[Geographic information system|GIS]]<ref name="auto2"/> |
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* Implemented a new age IPR policy to enhance the [[Intellectual property in India|IPR regime in India]]<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/new-government-to-announce-the-proposed-industrial-policy-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/68724266.cms?from=mdr|title=New government to announce the proposed industrial policy: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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===Union Civil Aviation Minister (2018-19)=== |
===Union Civil Aviation Minister (2018-19)=== |
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* Released India's first ever National Air Cargo Policy<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theweek.in/news/biz-tech/2019/01/15/Government-announces-new-air-cargo-policy.html|title=Government announces new air cargo policy|website=The Week}}</ref> |
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* Released Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Policy<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/govt-working-on-domestic-manufacturing-of-aircraft-suresh-prabhu/articleshow/67542522.cms?from=mdr|title=Govt working on domestic manufacturing of aircraft: Suresh Prabhu|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Released National Green Aviation Policy<ref name="auto3">{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/civil-aviation-ministry-to-focus-on-developing-new-airports-boosting-regional-air-connectivity/articleshow/69526718.cms?from=mdr|title=Civil Aviation Ministry to focus on developing new airports, boosting regional air connectivity|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* Released Drone Policy<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/tech/news-analysis/india-gets-its-first-drone-policy-all-you-need-to-know-about-drone-regulations-1-0-5060601.html|title=India gets its first drone policy: All you need to know about Drone Regulations 1.0|date=28 August 2018|website=Tech2}}</ref> |
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'''Initiator of Investments in Aviation''' |
'''Initiator of Investments in Aviation''' |
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* Drove the implementation of the regional connectivity scheme or UDAN - More than 12 lakh passengers flown under UDAN until 31 January 2019. In 28 months of UDAN, 69 unserved airports, 31 helicopters and 6 water drones were awarded.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.zeebiz.com/india/news-udan-expansion-12-more-routes-become-functional-full-list-here-106086|title=UDAN Expansion: 12 more routes become functional! Full list here|date=19 July 2019|website=Zee Business}}</ref> |
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* AIR SEWA 2.0 - Upgraded passenger grievance redressal portal AirSewa 2.0 launched in 2018. 96% of the passenger grievances, lodged through Passenger Grievance Portal Air Sewa, were resolved<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/government-launches-upgraded-version-of-airsewa-digital-platform-for-air-passengers/articleshow/66691706.cms?from=mdr|title=Government launches upgraded version of AirSewa digital platform for air passengers|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* DIGIYATRA - Digi Yatra is a new initiative of the Ministry to provide hassle-free travel of passengers through airport all the way to the aircraft. The Digi Yatra is to be implemented shortly at six airports by Airports Authority of India.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/website/story/govt-unveils-digi-yatra-initiative-passengers-can-soon-use-facial-recognition-biometric-to-enter-airports/317683|title=Govt Unveils Digi Yatra Initiative, Passengers Can Soon Use Facial Recognition Biometric To Enter Airports|website=www.outlookindia.com/|date=14 February 2022 }}</ref> |
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* Digi Sky – In the process of setting up an online platform for registering and grant of permit for drones, held the first ever Global Aviation Meet aimed at identifying interventions to boost aircraft manufacturing in India<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/airlines-/-aviation/online-registration-for-drone-operation-starts/articleshow/66900019.cms?from=mdr|title=Online registration for drone operation starts|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> |
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* NABH - Working on a pan India Airport Modernization Plan<ref name="auto3"/> |
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* Facilitating the implementation of setting up of water aerodromes across five states in the country<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/current-affairs/120818/andhra-pradesh-to-have-water-aerodromes.html|title=Andhra Pradesh to have water aerodromes|date=12 August 2018|website=Deccan Chronicle}}</ref> |
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==Awards and recognition== |
==Awards and recognition== |
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In 2024, Suresh Prabhu won and accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award at EPG's 16th Annual Political & Public Life Awards at the [[House of Commons of the United Kingdom|House of Commons]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=EPG |date=2024-03-08 |title=Sadiq Khan, Oliver Dowden, Angela Rayner top the poll at Awards |url=https://www.economicpolicygroup.com/sadiq-khan-oliver-dowden-angela-rayner-win-at-epg-political-public-life-awards/ |access-date=2024-03-18 |website=EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting |language=en-US}}</ref> |
In 2024, Suresh Prabhu won and accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award at EPG's 16th Annual Political & Public Life Awards at the [[House of Commons of the United Kingdom|House of Commons]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=EPG |date=2024-03-08 |title=Sadiq Khan, Oliver Dowden, Angela Rayner top the poll at Awards |url=https://www.economicpolicygroup.com/sadiq-khan-oliver-dowden-angela-rayner-win-at-epg-political-public-life-awards/ |access-date=2024-03-18 |website=EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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Suresh Prabhu received the Goud Saraswat Brahmin Samaj Maharatha Award on 18 August 2016.<ref>{{citation |url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-karnataka/rly-minister-suresh-prabhu-gets-maharatha-award/article9006069.ece |title=Rly. Minister Suresh Prabhu gets Maharatha Award |work=[[The Hindu]] |date=19 August 2016 }}</ref><ref>{{citation |url= |
Suresh Prabhu received the Goud Saraswat Brahmin Samaj Maharatha Award on 18 August 2016.<ref>{{citation |url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-karnataka/rly-minister-suresh-prabhu-gets-maharatha-award/article9006069.ece |title=Rly. Minister Suresh Prabhu gets Maharatha Award |work=[[The Hindu]] |date=19 August 2016 }}</ref><ref>{{citation |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mangaluru/GSB-Maharatna-Award-for-Suresh-Prabhu/articleshow/53736355.cms |title=GSB Maharatna Award for Suresh Prabhu |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=19 August 2016 }}</ref> |
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He has constantly featured in the list of top five ministers in India from 2014 to 2017 in terms of both performance and accessibility in nationwide surveys conducted by various institutions.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.abplive.in/india-news/achche-din-report-card-of-pm-modis-top-5-ministers-349754|title=Achche din? Report card of PM Modi's top 5 performing ministers|last=Bureau|first=ABP News|access-date=2017-12-19|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.indianyouth.net/best-performing-ministers/|title=Who are the Best performing ministers in the Narendra Modi government ? - Indian Youth|date=2016-04-06|work=Indian Youth|access-date=2017-12-19|language=en-US}}</ref> |
He has constantly featured in the list of top five ministers in India from 2014 to 2017 in terms of both performance and accessibility in nationwide surveys conducted by various institutions.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.abplive.in/india-news/achche-din-report-card-of-pm-modis-top-5-ministers-349754|title=Achche din? Report card of PM Modi's top 5 performing ministers|last=Bureau|first=ABP News|access-date=2017-12-19|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.indianyouth.net/best-performing-ministers/|title=Who are the Best performing ministers in the Narendra Modi government ? - Indian Youth|date=2016-04-06|work=Indian Youth|access-date=2017-12-19|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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| Indian emissary to the G20 & G7 | |
| In office 24 June 2019 – 7 September 2021 | |
| Prime Minister | Narendra Modi |
| Preceded by | Shaktikanta Das |
| Succeeded by | Piyush Goyal |
| Minister of Civil Aviation, Government of India | |
| In office 12 March 2018 – 30 May 2019 | |
| Prime Minister | Narendra Modi |
| Preceded by | Ashok Gajapathi Raju |
| Succeeded by | Hardeep Singh Puri |
| Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India | |
| In office 3 September 2017 – 30 May 2019 | |
| Prime Minister | Narendra Modi |
| Preceded by | Nirmala Sitharaman |
| Succeeded by | Piyush Goyal |
| Minister of Railways, Government of India | |
| In office 9 November 2014 – 3 September 2017 | |
| Prime Minister | Narendra Modi |
| Preceded by | D. V. Sadananda Gowda |
| Succeeded by | Piyush Goyal |
| Minister of Power, Government of India | |
| In office 30 September 2000 – 25 August 2002 | |
| Prime Minister | Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
| Preceded by | Rangarajan Kumaramangalam |
| Succeeded by | Anant Geete |
| Minister of Fertilizers & Chemicals, Government of India | |
| In office 13 October 1999 – 29 September 2000 | |
| Prime Minister | Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
| Preceded by | Office raised to Cabinet rank |
| Succeeded by | Sunder Lal Patwa |
| Minister of Environment and Forests, Government of India | |
| In office 19 March 1998 – 13 October 1999 | |
| Prime Minister | Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
| Preceded by | Saifuddin Soz |
| Succeeded by | T.R. Baalu |
| Minister of Industry, Government of India | |
| In office 16 May 1996 – 1 June 1996 | |
| Prime Minister | Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
| Preceded by | K. Karunakaran |
| Succeeded by | Murasoli Maran |
| Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha | |
| In office 15 May 1996 – 18 May 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Sudhir Sawant |
| Succeeded by | Constituency abolished |
| Constituency | Rajapur |
| Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha | |
| In office 22 June 2016 – 21 June 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Nirmala Sitharaman |
| Succeeded by | R. Krishnaiah |
| Constituency | Andhra Pradesh |
| In office 29 November 2014 – 21 June 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Ranbir Singh Parjapati |
| Succeeded by | Dr. Subhash Chandra |
| Constituency | Haryana |
| Chairperson, Task Force for Interlinking of Rivers | |
| In office 2002–2004 | |
| Prime Minister | Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu 11 July 1953 Bombay, Bombay State (present day Maharashtra), India |
| Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party (2014–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Shiv Sena (before 2014) |
| Spouse |
Uma Prabhu (m. 1984) |
| Children | 1 |
| Residence(s) | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Alma mater | |
| Profession | |
| Website | www |
Suresh Prabhakar Prabhu (born 11 July 1953) is an Indian politician and chancellor of Rishihood University. He has served as the[3] Minister of Civil Aviation, Railways, Commerce & Industry in the First Modi ministry.[4]
He is a Chartered Accountant by profession and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). From 1996, Prabhu retained the seat as a Member of Parliament for the Rajapur Lok Sabha constituency in Maharashtra as a member of the Shiv Sena (SS) political party. He resigned from Shiv Sena and joined the BJP on 9 November 2014. Since June 2016, he has represented Andhra Pradesh and Haryana in the Rajya Sabha.[5][6] He is also the founding Chancellor of Rishihood University.[7] He is also a visiting professor at London School of Economics.[2] He is also a chairman of National Cooperative Policy.[8]
Education and career
Suresh Prabhu completed his schooling from Sharadashram Vidya Mandir, Dadar, Mumbai, followed by a Bachelor in Commerce with Honours from M. L. Dahanukar College, Vile Parle, Mumbai.[9] He received a Bachelor in Law degree from the New Law College (Ruparel College campus), Mumbai.[10] Prabhu is a Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. He was All India 11th (eleventh) rank holder in CA exams.[9][11][12]
Prabhu has held several government and semi government positions, which includes the Chairmanship of Maharashtra State Finance Commission, Saraswat Co-operative Bank, National Cooperation Policy[13] Member of the Maharashtra Tourism Development Board, among others. He is a part of 16 global organizations and 9 strategic dialogues which include:
- Global Water Partnership
- GLOBE, UK
- World Economic Forum (WEF)
- Global Industries Council
- UN Advisor
- United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
- United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)
- Asia Energy Forum
- United Nations Committee of Biodiversity
- World Federation of UNESCO
Currently, he is a member of the Board of Advisors of India's International Movement to Unite Nations (I.I.M.U.N.).[14] He is a chairman of the National Cooperative Policy[15]
Early political career
He was, at various times during the Premiership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee from 1998 to 2004, Industry Minister, Minister of Environment and Forests, Minister of Fertilizers & Chemicals, Power, Railways, Commerce and Industry and Civil Aviation. He has been a Member of Lok Sabha in the 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th Lok Sabha between 1996 and 2009. His constituency comprised the district of Sindhudurg and parts of Ratnagiri district in the state of Maharashtra on the western coast of India. He was also a Member of Rajya Sabha representing Haryana and Andhra Pradesh.[16][17]
Union Cabinet Minister
Union Minister for Industry (1996)
As Industries Minister, brought about greater transparency in functioning and fuel clearance of pending works.[18]
Union Minister For Environment and Forests (1998-99)
Union Power Minister (2000-02)
As the Union Minister for Power, he won praise for his performance from The Indian Express.[19] As Minister of Power, he ushered in transformational policies in Power sector with thrust on rural-electrification, T&D reforms; encouraged big ticket investments and batted for Sustainable Power Development, etc.
Chairperson, Task Force for Interlinking of Rivers (2002-04)
Union Railway Minister (2014-17)
On 9 November 2014, he was sworn in as Cabinet minister in the Narendra Modi government. He was the Union Railway Minister of India from November 2014 to September 2017.[20][21]
Union Commerce & Industry Minister (2017-19)
He has been the minister of Commerce and Industry since September 2017. He was elected as Rajya Sabha member from the state of Andhra Pradesh on 3 June 2016.[22] During his tenure, he took several steps to boost manufacturing in India. Details of few major reforms are as under:
Union Civil Aviation Minister (2018-19)
Policy Making
Initiator of Investments in Aviation
Awards and recognition
In 2024, Suresh Prabhu won and accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award at EPG's 16th Annual Political & Public Life Awards at the House of Commons.[23]
Suresh Prabhu received the Goud Saraswat Brahmin Samaj Maharatha Award on 18 August 2016.[24][25]
He has constantly featured in the list of top five ministers in India from 2014 to 2017 in terms of both performance and accessibility in nationwide surveys conducted by various institutions.[26][27]
- Awarded 'Indian of the Year 2017.[28]
- Declared "Best Member of Parliament in 13th Lok Sabha" in April 2004 by Aaj Tak, a leading TV Channel in India.
- Featured amongst top three Indian leaders of the future in the cover story, "Giant on the Move" (Sept 2000 issue) of the Hong Kong-based Asiaweek Magazine.
- Ranked as the 2nd best performing Minister in India Today's report (dated 27 August 2001) on the performance of key ministers of Government of India.
Published works
- "Students' Unrest" at the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management, Mumbai.
- "Causes and Consequences of Mass Unemployment of Youths" at the Central Committee for International Voluntary Services (CCIVS), UNESCO, Paris.
- "Problems of Youth in Third World Countries" at CCIVS, Monrovia (Liberia).
- "North-South Co-operation", paper read at an international seminar at New Delhi on behalf of Bharat Sevak Samaj.
- "Contribution of NGO's Towards Peace" - Asian Youth Seminar, New Delhi.
- Has published several columns on finance and economy in the daily "Mid-Day" as well as articles in leading Marathi dailies.
- He has written extensively on socio-economic issues.
Social Work and interests
- Former Chairman, Saraswat Co-operation Bank. (former Chairman)
- Former Director, National Co-Operative Union of India
- Chairman, Manav Sadhan Vikas Sansthan, an NGO
- Senior Vice-president, Table Tennis Federation of India (present)
- Advisory Board Member, Eco Needs Foundation and its Eco Revolution movement
- Founder and Trustee, Manav Sadhan Vikas Sansthan, an NGO [29]
- Chairman, India Foundation[30]
See also
References
- ^ Business Standard (4 July 2020). "Suresh Prabhu joins Rishihood University as the Founding Chancellor". Archived from the original on 31 May 2022. Retrieved 31 May 2022.
{{cite news}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ^ a b "Suresh Prabhu appointed as Visiting Professor in Practice". LSE. Retrieved 10 February 2022.
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu appointed PM Modi's Sherpa for G20- Business News". www.businesstoday.in. 24 June 2019. Retrieved 27 June 2019.
- ^ Portfolios of the Union Council of Ministers Prime Minister's Office, Government of India
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu files nomination for Rajya Sabha from Andhra Pradesh". The Economic Times.
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu, Birender Singh to be in Rajya Sabha from Haryana".
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu joins Rishihood University as the Founding Chancellor". 4 July 2020.
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu to draft new national co-op policy". The Times of India. 7 September 2022. Retrieved 7 September 2022.
- ^ a b Suresh Prabhu Biodata Archived 11 February 2017 at the Wayback Machine India, Accessed on 10 November 2014
- ^ Layak, Suman (10 July 2016), "Cabinet reshuffle: Modi government's got talent but is it being fully utilised?", The Economic Times
- ^ "Shri. Suresh P. Prabhu". Zee News. 15 June 2010.
- ^ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 29 November 2014. Retrieved 15 November 2014.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "Suresh Prabhu to head panel to draft National Cooperation Policy". The Hindu. Retrieved 6 September 2022.
- ^ "I.I.M.U.N. || Board of Advisors". new.iimun.in. Retrieved 17 July 2021.
- ^ "47-member panel led by Suresh Prabhu to draft new national co-op policy". The Times of India. Retrieved 7 September 2022.
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu set to be re-elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha". The Economic Times. Retrieved 31 May 2016.
- ^ "Suresh Prabhu takes oath in Rajya Sabha". ZEE News. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ Ministry of Commerce and Industry (India)
- ^ Suresh Prabhu returns to the Cabinet Indian Express (9 November 2014)
- ^ Suresh Prabhu says PM wants condition of railways to change, Parrikar seeks time to get going The Times of India (10 November 2014)
- ^ "Modi Cabinet reshuffle: Full list of new council of ministers", The Times of India, 3 September 2017
- ^ PTI (3 June 2016). "Suresh Prabhu, Piyush Goyal, P. Chidambaram elected to Rajya Sabha". www.livemint.com/. Retrieved 17 December 2017.
- ^ EPG (8 March 2024). "Sadiq Khan, Oliver Dowden, Angela Rayner top the poll at Awards". EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
- ^ "Rly. Minister Suresh Prabhu gets Maharatha Award", The Hindu, 19 August 2016
- ^ "GSB Maharatna Award for Suresh Prabhu", The Times of India, 19 August 2016
- ^ Bureau, ABP News. "Achche din? Report card of PM Modi's top 5 performing ministers". Retrieved 19 December 2017.
- ^ "Who are the Best performing ministers in the Narendra Modi government ? - Indian Youth". Indian Youth. 6 April 2016. Retrieved 19 December 2017.
- ^ "Coming Soon". www.brandsacademyindia.com.
- ^ "Manav Sadhan Vikas Sanstha".
- ^ "Governing Council".
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