Home > Indian History > Indian Administration > Smriti Irani
Smriti Irani
Smriti Irani is the current Minister of Human Resource Development in the Narendra Modi led NDA government. She is also a popular Indian television actress.

Share this Article:

Smriti Irani, Minister of Human Resource DevelopmentSmriti Irani is the current Minister of Human Resource Development in the Narendra Modi led NDA government. Smriti Zubin Irani is also a very popular Indian TV actress. She is popularly acknowledged for the famous Hindi soap opera, `Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi`, in which she essayed the principal character of Tulsi Mihir Virani. Not many people know her by her real name, as she has captured the attention of the Indian audiences with her reel identity of Tulsi. Smriti Irani wonderfully portrayed the character of Tulsi. This central character was about a dutiful daughter, perfect daughter-in-law, loyal wife, ideal mother and a sympathetic mother-in-law or saas. The character of Tulsi gained tremendous popularity in India and the credit goes to Smriti Irani. It was Smriti Irani who immortalized Tulsi Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi produced by Balaji Telefims.

Early Life of Smriti Irani
Smriti Irani was born in Kolkata to a family of Punjabi–Bengali background. She was a quiet, non-adventurous and indifferent girl who was a bookworm. But, a change became clear when she gave up her studies and rather opted for distance learning course to complete her graduation in order to work in plays. When she turned 18, she decided to go to Mumbai to try her fortune in acting career. She participated in the 1998 Miss India contest and was a finalist. Before stepping into modelling, she worked as a waitress and cleaner in McDonald`s. There she served burgers, mopped the floors and cleaned tables. Smriti Irani got married to her childhood friend Zubin Irani.

Television Career of Smriti Irani
She got her first break in advertisement and as an anchor of a show Filmi Batein, present some episodes for Bakeman`s Oh La La, Aatish and Manju Singh`s Jaanam Samjha Karo, `Kavita`, a show on working women SAB TV`s Kuch Diiil Se (a reality show), and eventually the mega super show to-date Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi for Balaji Telefilms. She has a production company called `Ugraya Entertainment`. `Thodi Se Zameen Thoda Sa Aasman` was her first production. This serial was produced in collaboration with Balaji Telefilms. Besides her great attribution in Hindi TV serials she did great job in Gujrati mega soaps also.

Political Career of Smriti Irani
In the year 2003, Smriti Irani joined the Bharatiya Janata Party or BJP, which promptly gave her a ticket to fight the Lok Sabha elections from Delhi`s Chandni Chowk constituency. However, she lost the elections, but unlike other stars who deserted the party at that time, she continued with BJP. Owing to her commitment and true potential the party made her a member of the National Executive (the highest decision making body of the Party) as also Secretary BJP (Maharashtra) and a member of the Maharashtra Executive. She is also associated with several social activities. Presently, Smriti Irani holds the position of Minister of Human Resource Development in the Narendra Modi led NDA government.

Awards and Achievements
She got several Star Parivar Awards as `Favourite Bahu` in the year 2003, As `Favourite Patni` in the year 2003, as Favourite Maa in year 2004 and as Favourite Saas in the years 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. She also got a Special Recognition Award in the year 2008. She also won Indian Telly Awards for Best Female Actor, Indian Television Academy Award for Best Female Actor and Best TV Personality. She is also the winner of Great Women Achievers` Award and ZEE Astitva Award.


Share this Article:

Subscribe to Newsletter
Learn unknown facts about India from a curated list of informative articles.

Related Articles

More Articles in Indian Administration

Administration of the Indian Gahadvalas
King occupied the highest position and had enormous power in the administrative system of the Gahadvalas.
Administration in Indian Villages
Administration in Indian Villages has seen significant changes from ancient period to contemporary period. The basic administration structure of Indian villages was quite common in the ancient, medieval and modern period.
Administration of Chera Dynasty
Administration of Chera Dynasty bears some mentioning in the epic Shilappadikaram. There were four divisions of the total Chera kingdom.
Nayaka Administration
Nayaka Administration was one of the major consolidating factors of the Vijaynagar kingdom in the 16th century. The Nayakas ruled as feudal landlords and they controlled the production in their territories through a hierarchical network.
Geeta Chopra Award
Brave girls aged less than 16 years usually are awarded the Geeta Chopra Award for their brave acts.
Sanjay Chopra Award
Sanjay Chopra Award is presented to the bravest boys in India.
Village Administration in Ancient India
Village has been the pivot of administration in ancient India. As the states were small it enhanced the importance of the village.
Indian Coins
Coins of India has been modified from time to time with the changes in different dynasties. Coins of the Indian rupee were first minted in 1950.
Rural Local Self Government in India
Rural local self government in India is a three tier system, which looks after the necessities of the villagers and encourages developmental activity in the villages. The three tiers of rural local self government are Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti and Zilla Parishad.
History of Indian Army
History of Indian Army dates back to the ancient India. From the ancient era to the modern age Indian army has evolved through the ages, with the bravery of Indians.
Kannada Language Newspapers
Kannada language newspapers are catering to the needs of the society, since 1930s. There are several renowned Kannada language newspapers that are published in south India. They are Hosa Digantha, Kannada Prabha, Kranti Kannada Daily and Prajavani.
Land System in Ancient India
Private Ownership of land was not uncommon in ancient India. As per the system King was considered as the owner of the land.
Vir Chakra
Vir Chakra which is the third gallantry award which is awarded for war time acts of bravery. It is granted only to the army personals for their exemplary acts of bravery in the battle field.
Samiti in Ancient India
Samiti was an assembly in ancient India that assisted the King. It is equivalent to modern Lower house or Lok Sabha.
Indian Media
Indian media is a medium of communication, which plays a crucial role in the development of the country. It evolved from print media to electronic media. Print media comprises of newspapers and magazines, whereas electronic media consists of radio, television, films and digital journalism.
Maha Vir Chakra
Maha Vir Chakra is the second highest military felicitation in India. It is awarded for the acts of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy whether on land or water or air.
Telugu Language Newspapers
There are a number of newspapers in Telugu, which cater to the needs of the people of Andhra Pradesh.
Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India and is given for the highest degree of service to the nation. The award was established by India’s first President, Rajendra Prasad. Apart from Indian citizens, Bharat Ratna award has been given to non-Indians and a naturalized Indian citizen.
Kirti Chakra
Kirti Chakra is awarded for conspicuous gallantry otherwise than in the face of the enemy. It is the second highest military honour awarded during peacetime in India. The decoration may be awarded posthumously.
Panchyat Samiti
Panchayat Samiti is the link between the district administration and the Gram Panchayat.
Padma Bhushan Awardees
Padma Bhushan Awardees are those people who have received Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award in India.