Manohar Joshi is a prominent political leader from Maharashtra who served as the 12th Chief Minister of Maharashtra. He served as CM during the period, 1995-1999. One of the prominent leaders of the Shiv Sena political party he also served as 13th Speaker of the Lok Sabha (2002-2004).
Manohar Joshi Biography
| Real name | Manohar Joshi |
| Profession | Politician |
| Date of birth | December 2, 1937 |
| Birthplace | Raigad, Maharashtra, India |
| Age | 86 Years old (As of 2024) |
| Date of Death | 23 February 2024 (at age 86) |
| Cause of Death | Cardiac arrest & other health complications |
| Place of Death | P D Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai |
| Political Party | Shiv Sena |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Gender | Male |
| School | Not Known |
| Girlfriend/Spouse | Not Known |
| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
Early Life
Manohar Joshi was born on December 2, 1937, in the coastal Konkan region of Maharashtra, Joshi earned his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the esteemed Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI) in Mumbai. Joshi’s professional trajectory began as an educator, transitioning into politics in 1967. Anagha Joshi, his spouse, passed away in 2020 at the age of 75, leaving behind Joshi, survived by a son and two daughters.
Manohar Joshi Age
Manohar Joshi was born on 2 December 1937 in Raigad, Bombay (Mumbai), Maharashtra, India.
| Age | 86 years old (As of 2024) |
| Zodiac sign | Not Known |
| Nationality | India |
Family & Relationship
| Parents Name | Father– Gajanan Krishna Joshi Mother– Saraswati Gajanan |
| Sister’s Name | Not Known |
| Brother’s Name | Not Known |
| Wife | Anagha Joshi |
| Children’s Name | Son– Unmesh Daughter– Asmita and Namrata |
Manohar Joshi Wife
Manohar Joshi married Anagha Joshi on May 14, 1964. She was a social worker and a leader of the Shiv Sena Mahila Aghadi, the women’s wing of the party. She passed away in 2020, at the age of 75. The couple had three children: a son, Unmesh, and two daughters, Asmita and Namrata. Unmesh is a businessman and a politician, who is currently the executive president of the Shiv Sena. Asmita is a doctor and a social activist, who runs the Kohinoor Hospital in Mumbai. Namrata is a lawyer and a writer, who has authored several books on law and spirituality.
| Girlfriend | Not Known |
| Wife Name | Anagha Joshi |
| Marital status | Married |
Physical Stats
| Height | In feet & inches- 5’8” ft |
| Weight | In kilograms- 80 kg |
| Eyes Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Body measurement | Not known |
Manohar Joshi’s Death
Manohar Joshi suffered a cardiac arrest on Thursday, 22 February 2024. He was instantly taken to the PD Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai. Joshi fought for his life in the ICU of this hospital. He was put under observation. But due to his age-related health complications, he passed away at around 3 am on Friday, 23 February 2024. Manohar Joshi was 86 years old at the time of his death.
This sad news was confirmed by Joy Chakravarty, who is the Chief operating officer at P D Hinduja Hospital. Manohar Joshi’s son Unmesh also had interactions with the media, where he said that his father had prolonged age-related health issues.
Manohar has been facing health issues since May 2023 when he fought against brain haemorrhage. During that time, he was taken to the Hinduja Hospital’s ICU. He stayed there in a semi-conscious state, with no big improvement in his health. After staying in the hospital for some days, he was shifted to his Shivaji Park home. He was under constant medical care after that in his home.
Manohar Joshi’s Net Worth
| Net worth – 2023 | $2 Million + (Approx) |
| Net worth in Indian rupees | INR- 14 Crore + (Approx) |
Some Lesser Facts About Manohar Joshi –
- Manohar Joshi began his career as a teacher and entered politics in 1967. He was associated with the Shiv Sena for over 40 years.
- Mr. Joshi was Municipal Councilor in Mumbai during 1968-70 and Chairman of, Standing Committee (Municipal Corporation) in 1970.
- He also served as the Mayor of Mumbai for a year from 1976 to 1977.
- The funeral of Mr Joshi will be held at the Shivaji Park crematorium in Mumbai later today.
- Mr. Joshi was admitted to the PD Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday.
- He was married to Anagha Manohar Joshi, who died in 2020 at the age of 75. He is survived by a son and two daughters.
- Manohar Joshi served as Maharashtra chief minister from 1995 to 1999.
- Political leaders paid their tributes to former Lok Sabha speaker and Maharashtra ex-chief minister Manohar Joshi.
- Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction leader Aaditya Thackeray paid his tribute to the politician.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered Joshi as a veteran leader who “worked tirelessly for the state’s progress”.