Sardar Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel (31 October 1875 – 15 December 1950) was an Indian barrister and statesman, one of the leaders of the Indian National Congress and one of the founding fathers of the Republic of India. He is known to be a social leader of India who played an unparalleled role in the country's struggle for independence and guided its integration into a united, independent nation. In India and elsewhere, he was often addressed as Sardar, which means Chief in Hindi, Urdu, and Persian.
As the first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of India, Patel organised relief for refugees in Punjab and Delhi, and led efforts to restore peace across the nation.
In office 15 August 1947 – 15 December 1950
Succeeded by Chakravarti Rajagopalachari
Born 31 October 1875
Nadiad, Bombay Presidency,British India
Died 15 December 1950 (aged 75)
Bombay, Bombay State, India
Nationality Indian
Political party Indian National Congress
Children Maniben Patel, Dahyabhai Patel
Alma mater Middle Temple
Profession Lawyer
Religion Hinduism
As the first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of India, Patel organised relief for refugees in Punjab and Delhi, and led efforts to restore peace across the nation.
Succeeded by Chakravarti Rajagopalachari
Born 31 October 1875
Nadiad, Bombay Presidency,British India
Died 15 December 1950 (aged 75)
Bombay, Bombay State, India
Nationality Indian
Political party Indian National Congress
Children Maniben Patel, Dahyabhai Patel
Alma mater Middle Temple
Profession Lawyer
Religion Hinduism
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