JNU Is ranked 2 as per NIRF ranking, and 10 as per the overall category in the year 2024. The University is known for preparing big personalities who have done a great work in the field of journalism, mass communication, political leadership, bureaucracy, economics and human rights. In this blog, you will dive into the list of 10 Jawaharlal Lal Nehru University notable alumni.
Nirmala Sitharaman became the finance minister of India in the year 2019. She is an alumnus of JawaharLal Nehru University. She completed her Masters in Economics and M.Phil from this University. Further she pursued her studies from the University of London. But, her major studies were the part of JawaharLal Nehru University.
She is one of the most renowned alumni of JNU. Her outstanding performance in the field has made her one of the best personalities.
Amitabh Kant is known for serving as the CEO of the Think Tank of India. NITI stands for National Institution for Transforming India. He is also known as a prominent bureaucrat of India. He is a popular alumnus of JNU. He completed his Masters Degree in International Relations. He is a great professional and known for his academic excellence and for his writings. He has written so many books on Economics and other subjects.
Sanjay Chauhan is a big name in the politics and social movements. He is also a part of the Communist Party of India. His political career is specifically in the leftist politics in the state of Himachal Pradesh. He is also actively participating in social movements like farmer’s rights, labor rights, and environmental issues. He has also worked as an elected representative in his field.
Shaunak Sen is one of the famous personalities in the Filmmaker category. He has completed his Master's and PhD in Cinematic studies from JNU. He has worked in academic work and visual anthropology. He is well known for making movies and the worldwide recognition for “ All That Breathes”.
Baburam Bhattarai is one of the prominent personalities of JNU. He has served as the Former Prime Minister in Nepal. He completed his PHD in regional development planning, and bringing the political ideology to the light. After serving in politics, he participated in intellectual writing and speaking on public issues, governance, etc.
Subrahamanyam Jaishankar pursued MA in political science and then M.Phil and PHD in international relations from JNU. He is known for his role as an external affair minister and an Indian civil servant. He is the longest serving external affairs minister.
Aishe Gosh has pursued her masters of Arts from JNU. She was the president of the University during her Alma Mater. She then became popular for political interest and student activism. She is a popular student activist who raises her voice for students related to the problems coming on their way. She even raised her voice against the fees raise and hostel shortage during her Masters duration with JNU.
Ashok Tanwar studies Masters in Historical studies from JNU and even fought for the election through NSUI. He is known for his roles in leadership and politics with Bharatiya Janata Party. He belongs to the state of Haryana and even served as the president of Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee.
Pradeep Narwal went for higher studies for his Master's at JNU and participated in the students' politics. He took part in the education of Dalit and marginalized students. He also worked closely with Rahul Gandhi's strategy to promote young Dalit leaders. He is a student supporter for Dalits and other castes and now he is the National secretariat at Indian National Congress.
Sayad Akbaruddin served as Indian Foreign Service officer. He is the official spokesperson of the Minister of External Affairs and also worked as the chief coordinator for India-Africa Summit in the year 2015. He also got selected as the permanent representative to the United Nations. He is known for setting new standards in multilateral diplomacy.
JNU is known for presenting talented and enthusiastic leaders and transformers in various fields. The exceptional learning environment in the University is all about the good education, and transforming minds bringing the growth perspective to the world. All the listed professionals above have set examples with their intellectual and academic powers.
There are many more successful personalities of JNU making India feel proud of their work and dedication.
