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Rana Hargovind Singh
Rana Hargovind Singh Rana (born in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India) is an Indian-origin community leader and politician based in Germany. He is the first Indian-origin leader nominated by the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)
for the Integration Council elections in Cologne (Köln) and the President of the Munich (Germany) Chapter of the Rajasthan Foundation
, an initiative of the Government of Rajasthan.
His journey from Jodhpur to Germany has been widely covered in Indian and German media as an inspiring story of leadership, resilience, and cross-cultural integration. Early Life and Education
Rana Hargovind Singh Rana was born and raised in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Coming from a traditional Indian family, he grew up with strong values of service, education, and leadership. After relocating to Germany, he continued his professional growth while actively connecting with the Indian diaspora and multicultural communities.
Career and Community Engagement
Singh has been recognized for his contributions in strengthening Indo-German cultural and social ties. His work focuses on:
Promoting Indo-German friendship and cultural exchange
Supporting migrant families with integration and education
Motivating youth to participate in leadership and public life
Advocating for equal representation of immigrant communities in Europe
He also shares leadership insights and motivational content on his official Instagram , where he documents his public engagements and community activities.
Political Involvement
In 2025, Singh was nominated by the CDU Köln
as a candidate for the Integrationrat (Integration Council) in Cologne. His nomination marked a milestone as the first Indian-origin leader to contest this position in Cologne.
His campaign focuses on:
Stronger integration policies for immigrant families
Better vocational education and employment pathways
Greater diaspora representation in German politics
Building cultural harmony across communities
Rajasthan Foundation Leadership
In the same year, the Government of Rajasthan appointed Rana Hargovind Singh Rana as the President of the Munich (Germany) Chapter of the Rajasthan Foundation. The Rajasthan Foundation works under the state’s Industries and Commerce Department to connect Non-Resident Rajasthanis (NRRs) worldwide.
His appointment was formally announced in Jaipur, where he met senior government officials including the Chief Minister of Rajasthan. As Chapter President, his responsibilities include:
Strengthening Rajasthan’s global network through Munich and Germany
Promoting investments, education, and cultural exchanges between Rajasthan and Germany
Supporting opportunities for Rajasthani youth in overseas education and employment
Acting as a cultural ambassador for Rajasthan abroad
This nomination has been highlighted in both Indian and international media as a recognition of his leadership and his role in “bridging borders and strengthening roots.”