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Dr. Abdul Ghafoor (Urdu: عبد الغفور) was an important Indian politician. He was born on May 5, 1959, in Saharsa, Bihar. He passed away on January 28, 2020, at the age of 60.

He served as a government minister and a member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly. This means he helped make laws and decisions for the state of Bihar.

Who Was Dr. Abdul Ghafoor?

Dr. Abdul Ghafoor was a well-known politician from India. He spent many years working for the people of his home state, Bihar. He held several important positions in the government.

Early Life and Beginnings

Abdul Ghafoor was born in Saharsa, a town in the state of Bihar, India. From a young age, he was interested in public service. He decided to dedicate his life to politics.

Serving the People of Bihar

Dr. Ghafoor was elected to the Bihar Legislative Assembly multiple times. He served as a member from 1995 to 2005. He was elected again in 2010 and served until his death.

What is a Legislative Assembly?

A Legislative Assembly is like a big meeting place. Elected members from different parts of a state gather there. Their main job is to discuss and create laws for the state. They also make sure the government is working well.

Role as a Minister

From 2015 to 2017, Dr. Ghafoor was a minister in the government led by Nitish Kumar. He was the Minister of Minority Welfare. This role meant he worked to improve the lives of minority groups in Bihar. He helped ensure they had fair opportunities and support.

His Political Party

Dr. Abdul Ghafoor was a member of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) political party. Political parties are groups of people who share similar ideas. They work together to win elections and form a government. The RJD is a major political party in Bihar.

Later Years and Passing

Dr. Abdul Ghafoor continued to serve the people of Bihar until his last days. He passed away on January 28, 2020. He died in a hospital in Delhi when he was 60 years old. His work helped shape the political landscape of Bihar for many years.

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