Gandhi Maneka

Maneka Gandhi (Maneka Sanjay Gandhi)

Born: 26 August 1956, Delhi, India

Public figure: Indian politician, animal rights activist and social advocate.

Overview

Maneka Gandhi is a senior Indian politician and long‑time public servant. She is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and has held government and parliamentary roles, with a notable focus on women, child welfare and animal protection.

Public roles

• Member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• Member of Rajya Sabha representing Uttar Pradesh since 2019.
• Former Union Minister of Women and Child Development (2014–2019) in the Narendra Modi government.
• Founder and longtime leader of People for Animals (PFA), a prominent animal welfare organization founded in 1992.
• Advocate for animal welfare, wildlife protection and humane governance; active in policy discussions and public campaigns.

News and commentary (highlights)

• Publicly spoke on issues related to women’s rights, child welfare, and animal protection during her terms in government and in parliamentary debates.
• Her work with PFA has driven animal rescue initiatives, awareness campaigns and cruelty-prevention advocacy across India.

Recent projects and initiatives

• People for Animals (PFA) campaigns: rescue operations, veterinary care, shelter development and cruelty-prevention outreach.
• Policy advocacy on animal welfare and enforcement of anti-cruelty laws.
• Public education and outreach on humane treatment of animals and ethical governance.

Social media

• Twitter/X: @ManekaGandhi
• Facebook: Maneka Gandhi

Additional notes

Her career spans public service, activism and legislative work. For the latest official updates, consult verified government pages, party communications and her verified social media profiles.