Kalpnath Rai


Kalpnath Rai was an Indian politician. He served as a member of the Rajya Sabha between 1974-80, 1980-86, and 1986-92, as well as being elected on four occasions to the Lok Sabha from the Ghosi constituency in the state of Uttar Pradesh. He was a minister in various national Congress governments.
Rai is credited with giving Mau the status of a district during his days as an MP from Ghosi.

Early life

Rai was born in a Bhumihar Brahmin family and educated at Gorakhpur University in Uttar Pradesh. He had MA degrees in English and Sociology, as well as a LL.B. degree. He practised as an advocate in the Allahabad High Court.

Political career

Rai died in Ram Manohar Hospital on 6 August 1999, aged 58, from a heart attack. He was survived by his wife, a son and five daughters.