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K.H. Muniyappa, full name Kambadahalli Hanumappa Muniyappa, is a prominent Indian politician from Karnataka, known for his long-standing career with the Indian National Congress party ¹²³. He has a distinguished political career spanning several decades, serving both as a Member of Parliament and a Cabinet Minister ¹²³.

Early Life and Background

K.H. Muniyappa was born on March 7, 1948 ¹³. He is recognized as a significant Dalit leader within the Congress party in Karnataka ⁵.

Political Career Highlights

Member of Parliament

Muniyappa served as a Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) for nearly three decades, representing the Kolar Lok Sabha constituency ⁵. He won this seat seven times, starting from 1991, making him a veteran parliamentarian ¹³⁵. His tenure as an MP continued until 2019 ⁵.

Cabinet Minister

Beyond his parliamentary role, K.H. Muniyappa has also held positions as a Cabinet Minister ¹³⁶. Most recently, as of 2023, he was sworn in as a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Karnataka ²⁵. In this capacity, he holds the portfolio of Food and Civil Supplies Minister ⁴.

Recent Political Activities

After a setback in 2019, Muniyappa has actively worked to regain his influence in state politics ⁴. He has been instrumental in launching his daughter into state politics and is reportedly aiming for his son-in-law to secure the Lok Sabha nomination from Kolar ⁴. His return to a cabinet position in Karnataka underscores his continued relevance and influence within the Congress party ⁴⁵.