Kiren Rijiju was born on November 19, 1971, in Nafra, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh.
He completed his graduation from Hansraj College, University of Delhi, and earned a law degree from the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi.
Rijiju hails from a politically active family. His father, Rinchin Kharu, was a proponent of indigenous rights and served as a member of the Pradesh Council in Arunachal Pradesh.
Kiren Rijiju began his political career with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and was first elected to the 14th Lok Sabha in 2004 from the Arunachal West constituency.
During his first term in the Lok Sabha, Rijiju was known for being an articulate and active member of the opposition, particularly focusing on issues related to the Northeast.
Rijiju was re-elected to the 16th Lok Sabha in 2014 and was appointed as the Minister of State for Home Affairs, serving from 2014 to 2019.
In 2019, Kiren Rijiju was appointed as the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports in the Narendra Modi government, a position he held until July 2021.
In July 2021, Rijiju was appointed as the Minister of Law and Justice, succeeding Ravi Shankar Prasad.
Throughout his political career, Rijiju has been a strong advocate for the development and integration of the Northeast region of India, focusing on infrastructure, security, and cultural preservation.
Rijiju has represented India at various international forums, highlighting issues related to internal security, youth development, and sports diplomacy.
Rijiju is known for his active lifestyle and interest in sports. He has been involved in promoting various sports initiatives and has often participated in events to encourage physical fitness and sportsmanship among the youth.