Bhairon Singh Shekhawat (1923–2010)
11th Vice President of India (19 August 2002 – 21 July 2007) 79 years
Bhairon Singh Shekhawat was a prominent political figure before becoming Vice President, having served as the Chief Minister of Rajasthan and holding various other political positions.
His tenure as Vice President lasted for nearly five years, during which he made significant contributions to the country’s political landscape.
13th Vice President of India (since 11 August 2017) 68 years
M. Venkaiah Naidu became Vice President at the age of 68 in 2017.
He has served in various important roles, including as Union Minister for Urban Development, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, and Minister for Information and Broadcasting.
Bhairon Singh Shekhawat was 79 years old when he became Vice President, which made him one of the older Vice Presidents in India.
However, M. Venkaiah Naidu, at 68 years old, holds the distinction of being the oldest person to assume the office of Vice President in India.
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, another significant figure, was 75 years old when he assumed the role of Vice President, but he was not the oldest.
While Bhairon Singh Shekhawat was indeed one of the older Vice Presidents at 79 years old, M. Venkaiah Naidu holds the record for being the oldest Vice President to date, taking office at 68 years.
