Harinarayan Rajbhar: A Political Journey Remembered

Former Uttar Pradesh minister Harinarayan Rajbhar passed away at the age of 76 in Lucknow. A prominent BJP leader, Rajbhar had been a two-time MLA and a Member of Parliament. He was known for his contributions in state governments under various leaders and leaves behind a large family.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Ballia | Updated: 12-04-2026 17:09 IST | Created: 12-04-2026 17:09 IST
Harinarayan Rajbhar: A Political Journey Remembered
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Harinarayan Rajbhar, a former minister in Uttar Pradesh and a key BJP figure, passed away at the age of 76. According to his family, he was admitted to a hospital in Lucknow after experiencing breathing difficulties. Rajbhar's political career was marked by significant victories.

Having secured the Siyar Assembly seat twice, in 1991 and 1996, Rajbhar managed to defeat the seasoned Samajwadi Party leader Sharda Nand Anchal. His political journey also saw him serve as a Member of Parliament for the Ghosi Lok Sabha constituency in 2014.

During his time as an MLA, Rajbhar held the position of minister of state under the leadership of Kalyan Singh, Ram Prakash Gupta, and Rajnath Singh. His passing is a significant loss to his family, including his wife, three sons, and five daughters, and the political landscape of Uttar Pradesh.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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