The first woman Chief Minister of India was Sucheta Kripalani. She served as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from October 2, 1963, to March 13, 1967.
Sucheta Kripalani was a prominent freedom fighter and politician, deeply involved in the Indian independence movement and a follower of Mahatma Gandhi. She was born on June 25, 1908, in Ambala, Punjab (now in Haryana), into a Bengali Brahmo family. She earned a Master’s degree in History and was a professor before entering politics. She actively participated in the Quit India Movement and was imprisoned by the British for her role.
Her appointment as Chief Minister was a historic milestone, marking the first time a woman held this position in any Indian state. Despite not being originally from Uttar Pradesh, she led the state government with a reputation for firm and fair administration.
