List of Former Chief Ministers of Rajasthan

Rajasthan, the land of kings and vibrant culture, has seen the stewardship of numerous leaders who have steered the state through various phases of development and challenges. The position of Chief Minister, the highest executive authority in the state, has been held by individuals with diverse backgrounds, ideologies, and visions. Here, we present a comprehensive list of former Chief Ministers who have shaped the political landscape of Rajasthan.

Chief Ministers of Rajasthan

Over the span of 75 years since its formation in 1949, Rajasthan has witnessed the leadership of 13 Chief Ministers. Heera Lal Shastri inaugurated this journey, with Ashok Gehlot currently holding the record for the longest-serving Chief Minister, having taken office in December 2018 and serving for 14 consecutive years. Mohan Lal Sukhadia closely follows Gehlot in terms of tenure. Vasundhara Raje Scindia, representing the BJP, stands as the sole female Chief Minister, completing a full term of 5 years.

The state has encountered President’s rule on three occasions, signifying periods of transitional governance. The Indian National Congress (INC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have been the predominant ruling parties, reflecting the alternating political landscape of Rajasthan.

Inaugural Chief Minister of Rajasthan

Heera Lal Shastri, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, made history as the inaugural Chief Minister of Rajasthan, commencing his tenure on April 7, 1949. During his pivotal leadership from the state’s inception until January 5, 1951, Shastri spearheaded the early establishment of governance structures, setting a strong foundation for Rajasthan’s developmental journey.

Current Chief Minister of Rajasthan

Bhajan Lal Sharma, a seasoned Indian politician, assumed office as the 14th Chief Minister of Rajasthan in December 2023. Representing the Sanganer constituency in the 16th Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, Sharma brings a wealth of experience to his leadership role, steering the state through its contemporary challenges with a focus on progress and development.

Longest Serving Chief Minister of Rajasthan

Ashok Gehlot, the incumbent Chief Minister of Rajasthan, holds the distinction of being the longest-serving in the state’s history. Taking office in December 2018, Gehlot’s remarkable tenure spans 14 consecutive years, marked by his unwavering commitment to governance and development, making a profound impact on Rajasthan’s trajectory.

List of Former Chief Ministers of Rajasthan

Over the span of 75 years since its formation in 1949, Rajasthan has witnessed the leadership of 13 Chief Ministers. Check the complete list of former Chief Ministers of Rajasthan from 1949 to 2024:

Former Chief Ministers of Rajasthan
S. No.	Name	From	To
1.	Heera Lal Shastri	07 Apr 1949	05 Jan 1951
2.	C S Venkatachari	06 Jan 1951	25 Apr 1951
3.	Jai Narayan Vyas	26 Apr 1951	03 Mar 1952
4.	Tika Ram Paliwal	03 Mar 1952	31 Oct 1952
5.	Jai Narayan Vyas	01 Nov 1952	12 Nov 1954
6.	Mohan Lal Sukhadia	13 Nov 1954	11 Apr 1957
7.	Mohan Lal Sukhadia	11 Apr 1957	11 Mar 1962
8.	Mohan Lal Sukhadia	12 Mar 1962	13 Mar 1967
9.	President’s Rule	13 Mar 1967	26 Apr 1967
10.	Mohan Lal Sukhadia	26 Apr 1967	09 Jul 1971
11.	Barkatullah Khan	09 Jul 1971	11 Aug 1973
12.	Hari Dev Joshi	11 Aug 1973	29 Apr 1977
13.	President’s Rule	29 Apr 1977	22 Jun 1977
14.	Bhairon Singh Shekhawat	22 Jun 1977	16 Feb 1980
15.	Jagannath Pahadia	06 Jun 1980	13 Jul 1981
16.	Shiv Charan Mathur	14 Jul 1981	23 Feb 1985
17.	Hira Lal Devpura	23 Feb 1985	10 Mar 1985
18.	Hari Dev Joshi	10 Mar 1985	20 Jan 1988
19.	Shiv Charan Mathur	20 Jan 1988	04 Dec 1989
20.	Hari Dev Joshi	04 Dec 1989	04 Mar 1990
21.	Bhairon Singh Shekhawat	04 Mar 1990	15 Dec 1992
22.	President’s Rule	15 Dec 1992	04 Dec 1993
23.	Bhairon Singh Shekhawat	04 Dec 1993	29 Nov 1998
24.	Ashok Gehlot	01 Dec 1998	08 Dec 2003
25.	Vasundhara Raje Scindia	08 Dec 2003	11 Dec 2008
26.	Ashok Gehlot	12 Dec 2008	13 Dec 2013
27.	Vasundhara Raje Scindia	13 Dec 2013	16 Dec 2018
28.	Ashok Gehlot	17 Dec 2018	01 Dec 2023
29.	Bhajan Lal Sharma	15 Dec 2023	Incumbent