S. M. Krishna

ModernPoliticianIndia1932 — ?

Karnataka CM, Indian external affairs minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1932

Country

India

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)40

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score57.6

S. M. Krishna — Complete Timeline

1999 AD

Chief Minister of KarnatakaPolitical Action◆ Major

Krishna became Chief Minister of Karnataka in October 1999, leading the Indian National Congress government. He served until 2004, focusing on information technology promotion and infrastructure development, particularly in Bengaluru.

Chief MinisterIT PromotionKarnataka

Impact: regionalconstructive

2000 AD

Promoted Bengaluru as an IT HubReform◆ Major

Krishna's government implemented policies to attract information technology companies to Bengaluru, including tax incentives and infrastructure development. This helped establish Bengaluru as a global IT hub, earning it the nickname 'Silicon Valley of India.'

IT PolicyBengaluruEconomic Development

Impact: globalconstructive

2004 AD

Served as Governor of MaharashtraPolitical Action

Krishna was appointed Governor of Maharashtra in December 2004, serving until March 2008. As governor, he performed constitutional duties including swearing in state governments and addressing the state legislature.

GovernorMaharashtraConstitutional Role

Impact: regional

2009 AD

Served as External Affairs Minister of IndiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Krishna served as India's Minister of External Affairs from 2009 to 2012 under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. He handled India's foreign policy during a period of growing global engagement, including relations with the United States and China.

Foreign PolicyUnion MinisterIndia

Impact: globalconstructive