Piyush Goyal — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Awarded the 2018 Carnot Prize for distinguished contributions to energy policy.
Serves as the 13th Minister of Commerce and Industry since 2019, the longest-serving minister for the same.
Formerly held ministerial positions for Finance, Corporate Affairs, Power, Coal, New & Renewable Energy, Textiles, and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.
Served as the Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha.
A Chartered Accountant with All India Rank 2.
Served on the board of State Bank of India (2001–2004) and Bank of Baroda (2002–2004) as a Government nominee.

Biography

Piyush Vedprakash Goyal is an Indian politician who currently serves as the 13th Minister of Commerce and Industry since 2019, holding the distinction of being the longest-serving minister for this portfolio. He has also held significant ministerial roles, including Minister of Textiles and Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.