New Delhi: The entire nation is remembering India's visionary leader and social worker Murli Deora on his '88th Birth Anniversary' on Friday. He served as the longest Petroleum Minister of India. The Congress Stalwart also served as the Mayor of Mumbai.
Born to Marwari family
Coming from a Marwari family, Deora started his political career as a Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) councillor. He rose to the post of Mumbai Mayor with his dedication, loyalty, honesty and hard work. Deora, who had a strong hold on the ground level, had played a significant role in politics of Maharashtra for a long time. He was a member of the Legislative Council, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.