Zakir Husain Becomes President

Date: May 13, 1967 • Location: New Delhi, India

Zakir Husain took office as the first elected Muslim President of India.

Zakir Husain Khan was an Indian educationist and politician who served as the vice president of India from 1962 to 1967 and president of India from 13 May 1967 until his death on 3 May 1969.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in India's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.