Union Home Minister Amit Shah has achieved yet another milestone in his political journey—setting a new record in Indian politics. According to reports, Shah has now become the longest-serving Home Minister in India since Independence, surpassing the tenure of some of the most iconic names in Indian governance.
📅 Timeline of His Tenure
🗓️ Took office as Home Minister: May 30, 2019
📌 Record broken in: August 2025
⏱️ Total tenure (so far): 6+ years and counting
🔑 Why It Matters
Amit Shah’s extended and impactful tenure comes at a time when the nation has undergone significant changes in security, governance, and federal policymaking. His leadership has been critical in:
Abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu & Kashmir
Passing of the CAA (Citizenship Amendment Act)
Handling national security and anti-terror operations
Strengthening border management and intelligence systems
Driving NCRB data digitization and reforms in criminal laws
🧠 What Experts Say
Political analysts view this record as a sign of BJP’s internal stability and Shah’s pivotal role in the Modi government. His organizational acumen and strategic electoral insights have played a huge role in shaping BJP's dominance across several states.
🚀 What’s Next?
Amit Shah is now expected to play a key role in 2026 state elections and in formulating national security strategy for the upcoming decade. Sources indicate that the Home Ministry is also planning a nationwide smart policing initiative under his leadership.
❓ FAQs
Q1: What record did Amit Shah set?
He became the longest-serving Union Home Minister in India’s history as of August 2025.
Q2: Who held the record previously?
Previous long-serving Home Ministers include Lal Krishna Advani and Sardar Patel, but Amit Shah has surpassed all in terms of continuous tenure.
Q3: What are his major achievements as Home Minister?
Key highlights include the abrogation of Article 370, CAA, improved national security frameworks, and new criminal law reforms.
Q4: Will Amit Shah continue as Home Minister in the next term?
While BJP has not made official announcements, Shah remains a key pillar of the party's leadership.
Q5: How does this impact Indian politics?
It highlights both leadership stability and the continuation of long-term internal and external security strategies.
Published on : 5th August
Published by : SMITA
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