India is one of the great nations of the world; after gaining independence, it formulated a Constitution and began governing its people in accordance with it. 

   prime ministers of india there names and photos

 1–Jawaharlal Nehru –—   Nehru served as India’s first Prime Minister from 1947 to 1964 and laid the initial foundation for the country’s progress.

 

 2–Gulzarilal Nanda (temparary) —– After Nehru’s death in 1964, Nanda was appointed as the interim Prime Minister.

 

 

 

 3– Lal Bahadur Shastri–—Lal Bahadur Shastri, elected as the third Prime Minister of India, served in office from 1964 to 1966. During this two-year period, he effectively popularized the new slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” among the people.

 

 

 

4–GULZARILAL NANDA( temperary)–After Shastri, he was appointed as the interim Prime Minister for the second time in 1966.

 

 

 

5– Indira Gandhi —In the history of India, a woman served as Prime Minister for eleven consecutive years—from 1966 to 1977—demonstrating indomitable fighting spirit; her own life stands as a testament to how women are honored in this country.

 

 

6–Morarji Desai — Morarji Desai was the first Prime Minister elected from the party that emerged during Indira Gandhi’s rule; he held that office from 1977 to 1979.

 

 

 

7–Charan Singh— He held office from 1979 to 1980 and is widely known as a farmer leader who served for a brief period.

 

 

 

8–Indira Gandhi–  Perhaps it is only in India that a woman can return to office for a second term; Indira Gandhi served another term from 1980 to 1984. Many people affectionately call her the “Lioness.”

 

 

 

 

 

9–Rajiv Gandhi– Indira Gandi Her son, Rajiv Gandhi, served his term from 1984 to 1989. During his tenure, he placed great emphasis on the computer and telecommunications sectors and made them accessible to the public. 

 

 

  

10–V.P..Singh– He served from 1989 to 1990; during his tenure, he worked earnestly towards the establishment of the mandal Commission in the country.

 

 

 

11–Chandra Shekhar– He served for a brief period from 1990 to 1991 and contributed his efforts towards advancing India’s national policies.

 

 

 

 

12–P.V. Narasimharao–Narasimha Rao served his term from 1991 to 1996. He attached great importance to sectors such as the Army, Navy, and Air Force. There is no doubt that the economic reforms were initiated by him.

 

13-atal Bihari Vajpayee-– He served as Prime Minister for only 13 days

 

 

 

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14–H.D..Deve Gowda– He served in office from 1996 to 1997 and led the United Front government.

 

 

 

15–l.k Gujral– He was in office for only one year, from 1997 to 1998. He is widely known for the ‘Gujral Doctrine’.

 

 

 

16–Atal Bihari Vajpayee– Vajpayee served as Prime Minister for a second term, holding office from 1998 to 2004. His efforts in securing global recognition for the nation were truly remarkable. Initiatives such as the Pokhran nuclear tests, the Golden Quadrilateral project, and advancements in rocket technology—along with measures to ensure food security—played a pivotal role in elevating India’s stature.

 

 

 

17–Manmohan Singh — Mr. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. He formulated and implemented schemes focused on areas such as revenue reforms and housing facilities for the poor in India.

 

 

18–Narendra Modi —  It is solely due to Mr. Modi that India has gained global recognition and that other nations are eager to forge friendships with it. There is no doubt that, having held office continuously from 2014 to the present (July 21, 2026), he has positioned India to compete with the rest of the world across all sectors.