Produced by: Tarun Mishra Designed by: Mohsin Shaikh
The Bharatiya Janata Party's recent triumph in Madhya Pradesh has led to the election of Mohan Yadav as the new Chief Minister of the state, replacing Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
In a substantial win, the BJP secured 166 seats in Madhya Pradesh during the general assembly elections, paving the way for the selection of Mohan Yadav as the Chief Minister.
During the general assembly election, Mohan Yadav won from Ujjain Dakshin constituency. He first entered the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly in 2013.
Mohan Yadav secured victory in the 2018 and 2023, solidifying his presence in Ujjain Dakshin.
Mohan Yadav previously held a position as a cabinet minister in the government led by Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
In the 2023 elections, Mohan Yadav emerged victorious with a margin exceeding 13,000 votes.
Born on March 25, 1965, in Ujjain, Mohan Yadav boasts multiple educational degrees, including BSC, LLB, MA, MBA, and PhD.
Married to Seema Yadav, Mohan Yadav has two sons and a daughter. His father's name is Poonamchand Yadav.
Jagdish Devda and Rajendra Shukla have been elected as deputy chief ministers, while Narendra Singh Tomar is chosen as the speaker of the Madhya Pradesh Assembly.
Mohan Yadav, belonging to the Other Backward Class (OBC), is expected to resonate with over half of Madhya Pradesh's electorate. His clean image and backing from the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh are noteworthy, along with his involvement in the state's wrestling associations.