Smriti Irani: A Journey from TV Fame to Political Success
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Modelling years
Smriti Irani was born in Delhi. After completing her studies, she pursued a career in modelling.
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TV debut
In the year 2000, Smriti Irani made her debut with the TV serial ‘Hum Kal Aaj Aur Kal.’
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Success
Smriti Irani gained recognition with her role of ‘Tulsi’ in the popular show ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.’
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Political Journey
Smriti Irani transitioned to the field of politics during a high point in her acting career.
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In 2003, Smriti Irani joined the Bharatiya Janta Party.
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2014 Lok Sabha elections
Smriti Irani contested from Amethi in 2014 Lok Sabha elections, but she lost to Rahul Gandhi.
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Human Resource Development Minister
As a Rajya Sabha member, Smriti Irani assumed the role of the Human Resource Development Minister. In 2019, she won against Rahul Gandhi from Amethi constituency.
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Minister of Women and Child Development
Presently, Smriti Irani is serving as the Minister of Women and Child Development and Minister of Minority Affairs.