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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 |
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.
Bhajan Lal Sharma, a seasoned Indian politician, assumed office as the 14th Chief Minister of Rajasthan in December 2023.
Ashok Gehlot, the incumbent Chief Minister of Rajasthan, holds the distinction of being the longest-serving in the state's history.
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