Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Amit Shah Becomes Longest-Serving Home Minister
Amit Shah has been the Home Minister of India for a long time, even longer than the previous record holder.
He's been in the job since 2019, which is over 2,258 days.
He passed the old record held by L.K. Advani.
During his time, important changes like ending special status in Jammu and Kashmir have happened.
He's also worked on improving safety and making peace in different parts of India.
Before this, he was the Home Minister of Gujarat and a leader in his political party.
Amit Shah became the longest-serving Union Home Minister, surpassing L.K. Advani's record.
Shah has served 2,258 days as Home Minister since May 30, 2019.
He surpassed Advani's previous record of 2,256 days.
Shah's tenure includes the abrogation of Article 370 and other developments.
He previously served as Gujarat Home Minister and BJP National President.
- Who
- Amit Shah
- What
- Amit Shah became the longest-serving Home Minister.
- When
- Since May 30, 2019, up to August 5, 2025, and beyond.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To lead the Home Ministry and implement key policy changes.
- Office
- Union Minister of Home Affairs
- Tenure Start
- May 30, 2019
- Days in Office
- 2,258+
- Predecessor's Record
- Lal Krishna Advani (2,256 days)
- Key Events
- Abrogation of Article 370, CAA rollout
