Lalu Prasad Yadav is an Indian politician, born on 11 June 1948 in Gopalganj.
The name is also commonly spelled Laloo Prasad Yadav.
As of 2026, he is 78 years old, and his birth date places him under the Gemini sign.
He has held the office of member of Rajya Sabha and Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
Below you will find a verified overview of Lalu Prasad Yadav: age, height, birthplace, family background, education, career milestones and awards, each drawn from open public records.
Lalu Prasad Yadav — Early Life, Family and Education
Lalu Prasad Yadav was born on 11 June 1948 in Gopalganj, and holds Indian nationality.
His listed education includes Patna University.
Lalu Prasad Yadav — Career and Professional Work
His professional record lists politician as his main occupation.
He has held the following offices: member of Rajya Sabha, Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Minister of Railways (2004–2009), Member of the 12th Lok Sabha, Member of the 9th Lok Sabha (1989–1991) and Chief Minister of Bihar (1990–1997). He is affiliated with Rashtriya Janata Dal.
Lalu Prasad Yadav — Family, Marriage and Personal Life
He is married to Rabri Devi (married 1973).
He is a parent to Tejashwi Yadav, Tej Pratap Yadav, Misa Bharati Devi, Rohini Devi, Raj Lakshmi Yadav and Anushka Yadav.
Lalu Prasad Yadav — Net Worth: What Is Actually Verifiable
No audited net-worth figure for Lalu Prasad Yadav is on public record, so none is stated here.
His documented income sources are professional work as a politician and public office remuneration.
Why no number? Net-worth totals for public figures are almost never audited. BioStar publishes a figure only when a verifiable source exists, so this page describes income sources instead of guessing a total.
Lalu Prasad Yadav — Career Timeline
- 1948Born in Gopalganj.
- 1973Married Rabri Devi.
- 1989Took office as Member of the 9th Lok Sabha, serving until 1991.
- 1990Took office as Chief Minister of Bihar, serving until 1997.
- 2004Took office as Minister of Railways, serving until 2009.
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Sources and Corrections
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