On his birthday, here are some lesser known facts about the BJP leader.

- Devendra Fadnavis was born on July 22, 1970, in Nagpur. He comes from a middle-class family and had a keen interest in politics from an early age.

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- Devendra Fadnavis holds a Bachelor's degree in Law and a Master's degree in Business Management.

- Fadnavis started his political career as a member of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the BJP, and steadily climbed the political ladder.

- Devendra Fadnavis began his political career at a young age in 1992, when he was elected as a Councilor for the Nagpur Municipal Corporation, serving two consecutive terms.

- He became the Chief Minister of Maharashtra in October 2014, making him the second youngest person to hold the position in the history of state. Devendra Fadnavis served as Maharashtra's Chief Minister from 2014 to 2019.

- During his tenure as Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis focused on various development initiatives, including infrastructure projects, water conservation, and housing schemes for the economically weaker sections.

- Devendra Fadnavis has been a vocal advocate for women's empowerment, supporting initiatives promoting gender equality, education, and entrepreneurship for women.

- Fadnavis has been instrumental in the BJP's electoral success in Maharashtra, contributing to the party's growth and popularity in the state.

- After the 2019 Maharashtra Assembly elections, Devendra Fadnavis served as the Leader of the Opposition in the state legislature, maintaining a crucial role in Maharashtra's political landscape.

- On his website, Devendra Fadnavis describes himself as a "Chief Political Officer (CPO)."