**Executive Summary**
This document announces the formal launch of "Apnapan," a book authored by Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, scheduled for May 26, 2026, in New Delhi. The book chronicles Chouhan’s three-decade political journey and his observations on the leadership and governance philosophy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The event will be held at the NASC Complex and attended by high-ranking former and current government officials.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Details and Participants**
* The book launch will take place at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi.
* The release will be conducted by former Vice President Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu and former Prime Minister Shri H. D. Deve Gowda.
* Attendees include Union Ministers, Governors, Chief Ministers, social leaders, writers, and journalists.
* **Book Themes and Philosophy**
* "Apnapan" reflects on the values of 'Seva' (service), 'Antyodaya' (upliftment of the last person), 'Jan Bhagidari' (public participation), and 'Nation First.'
* The narrative details the implementation of policy initiatives under the 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas' philosophy.
* The work explores how dedication and clarity of vision can transform ambitious goals into reality within public life.
* **Author’s Background**
* Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan is the current Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development.
* The book traces his journey from a grassroots worker in the RSS and ABVP to becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh.
* It highlights his long-standing ideological commitment and professional association with Prime Minister Narendra Modi across various capacities.
**Impact Analysis**
**Political Workers, Youth, and Entrepreneurs**
**Impact**
These stakeholders are identified as the primary audience who will receive inspiration and insights regarding leadership, organization-rooted service, and nation-building.
**Action Required**
Read and reflect on the book’s principles to understand the guiding ideals of public life and governance.
**Invited Dignitaries and Journalists**
**Impact**
High-level officials and media personnel are tasked with the formal recognition and public dissemination of the book’s themes and the author’s experiences.
**Action Required**
Attend the formal launch ceremony at the NASC Complex in New Delhi on May 26, 2026.
Key Entities Referenced
Apnapan: A book authored by Shivraj Singh Chouhan reflecting on his three decades of political experience, governance philosophy, and association with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan: Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, author of 'Apnapan', and former longest-serving Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh.
Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India whose leadership approach, policy initiatives, and governance principles form the central focus of the book 'Apnapan'.
Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas: The core governance philosophy and policy framework of the Prime Minister explored within the narrative of the book.
Ministry of Rural Development
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s Book
“Apnapan” to be Released on May 26 in New
Delhi
Posted On: 25 MAY 2026 8:41PM by PIB Delhi
The newly published book 'Apnapan' authored by Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and
Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will be formally launched on May 26, 2026, at Bharat
Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi.
The book will be released by former Vice President of India Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu in the august
presence of former Prime Minister of India Shri H. D. Deve Gowda. The event will be attended by several
Union Ministers, Governors, Chief Ministers from various states, distinguished social leaders, eminent
writers and senior journalists.
'Apnapan' is a deeply personal and inspiring work that captures Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s experiences,
learnings and observations from his long public association with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
Drawing from more than three decades of political and organisational association, the book reflects the
values, leadership approach and governance philosophy that Shri Chouhan witnessed and imbibed while
working alongside Prime Minister Modi in different capacities over the years.
From their early days as Bharatiya Janata Party workers, to serving as Chief Ministers of their respective
states, to the period when Shri Chouhan led Madhya Pradesh while Shri Modi served as Prime Minister,
and now as a Union Minister in the Modi government — the book traces a long journey of shared public
life and ideological commitment.
More than a recollection of events, 'Apnapan' presents a larger journey of ideas and values. Through
stories, experiences and reflections, the book highlights the principles of leadership, service and nation-
building rooted in organisation, dedication and public connect.
Concepts such as 'Seva', 'Antyodaya', 'Jan Bhagidari', 'Nation First' and 'Lok Kalyan' form the central spirit
of the book. These principles, the book suggests, are not only foundational to governance but also serve as
guiding ideals for public life. The narrative also demonstrates how determination, clarity of vision and
tireless commitment can transform ambitious goals into reality.
The book further explores various dimensions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public life, his policy
initiatives, their implementation on the ground and the philosophy of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka
Vishwas'. It is expected to serve as an inspiring and insightful read for political workers, youth, women,
entrepreneurs and readers from all walks of life.
Born on March 5, 1959, in Jait village of Budhni tehsil in Madhya Pradesh’s Sehore district, Shri Shivraj
Singh Chouhan joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh at the age of 15, where he imbibed the values of
discipline, patriotism and service. In 1975, he became active in the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad and
later went on to hold several important responsibilities in the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, including
State President, National General Secretary and National President.Over the years, he also served the Bharatiya Janata Party in several key organisational roles, including
State President, National General Secretary, National Vice President and Secretary of the Parliamentary
Board.
His electoral journey began in 1990 when he was elected MLA from Budhni. A year later, in 1991, he was
elected to the Lok Sabha from Vidisha, beginning a long and enduring association with the constituency
that saw him elected to Parliament five consecutive times.
In November 2005, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan took oath as Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh. Serving
four terms, from 2005 to 2018 and again from 2020 to 2023, he became the longest-serving Chief Minister
in the state’s history.
In 2024, he was once again elected to the Lok Sabha from Vidisha and currently serves as Union Minister
for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development in the Government of India.
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