List of Indian Presidents From 1950

Name	Tenure	Notable Achievements
Dr. Rajendra Prasad	Jan 26, 1950 – May 13, 1962	– First President of India, served for two terms. – Played a pivotal role in the framing of the Indian Constitution. – Established the tradition of Rashtrapati Bhavan as the official residence of the President.
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan	May 13, 1962 – May 13, 1967	– Eminent philosopher, scholar, and statesman. – Celebrated teacher and philosopher. – First Vice President of India to be elected President.
Dr. Zakir Husain	May 13, 1967 – May 3, 1969	– Renowned educationist and intellectual. – Worked towards promoting education and cultural understanding. – Awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor, posthumously.
Varahagiri Venkata Giri	Aug 24, 1969 – Aug 24, 1974	– Served as Acting President before his official tenure. – Dedicated to the welfare of laborers and workers. – Also served as the Vice President of India.
Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed	Aug 24, 1974 – Feb 11, 1977	– Diplomat and politician. – Served during a crucial period of internal and external challenges, including the Emergency. – Passed away in office, becoming the second President to do so.
Neelam Sanjiva Reddy	July 25, 1977 – July 25, 1982	– First Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. – Served as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha before becoming President. – Played a key role in stabilizing the political situation during his tenure.
Giani Zail Singh	July 25, 1982 – July 25, 1987	– Served as Chief Minister of Punjab. – Known for his simplicity and humility. – Focused on promoting harmony and understanding among diverse communities.
R. Venkataraman	July 25, 1987 – July 25, 1992	– Notable jurist and freedom fighter. – Instrumental in initiating economic reforms. – Worked towards strengthening India’s democratic institutions.
Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma	July 25, 1992 – July 25, 1997	– Eminent scholar and lawyer. – Played a key role in various social justice initiatives. – Championed the cause of education and literacy.
K.R. Narayanan	July 25, 1997 – July 25, 2002	– First President belonging to the Dalit community. – Known for his integrity and statesmanship. – Strengthened India’s diplomatic ties with various nations.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam	July 25, 2002 – July 25, 2007	– Renowned scientist and “Missile Man of India.” – Pioneered India’s space and missile programs. – Promoted education and innovation among youth.
Pratibha Patil	July 25, 2007 – July 25, 2012	– First woman to serve as President of India. – Advocate for women’s rights and empowerment. – Focused on education, especially for underprivileged children.
Pranab Mukherjee	July 25, 2012 – July 25, 2017	– Veteran politician and statesman. – Served in various ministerial roles, including Finance Minister. – Contributed significantly to India’s economic policies and international relations.
Ram Nath Kovind	July 25, 2017 – Present	– Advocate for the welfare of marginalized communities. – Known for his work towards promoting education in rural areas. – Committed to the principles of social justice and inclusivity.

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