Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Nadiad, Gujarat, India31 October 1875
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About
Vallabhbhai Patel was a lawyer and independence leader. As independent India's first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, he led the integration of princely states into the Indian Union.
Early life and legal career
Born in Nadiad in 1875, Patel grew up in a farming family and trained as a lawyer. He studied at Middle Temple in London and practised in Ahmedabad.
Independence movement
He worked with Gandhi during the Kheda campaign in 1918 and led the Bardoli campaign in 1928. He presided over the Congress session at Karachi in 1931.
Integration and administration
After independence, Patel held the Home and States portfolios as Deputy Prime Minister. His work helped bring more than 560 princely states into India and organise the civil services.
Later life
Patel died on 15 December 1950. His public legacy centres on the political integration of India.
Positions held
| Period | Position | Organisation | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 August 1947 – 15 December 1950 | Deputy Prime Minister of India | Government of India | India |
| 15 August 1947 – 15 December 1950 | Minister of Home Affairs and States | Government of India | India |
| — | President, Indian National Congress | Indian National Congress | Karachi |
Awards & achievements
- 1947Integration of princely states
Led the process of integrating princely states into the Indian Union.
- 1928Bardoli Satyagraha
Led the farmers' campaign against increased land revenue.