First Indian prime minister crossword clue

Answer
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NEHRU

NEHRU — the 5-letter solution to “First Indian prime minister”, entered at 14 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for July 20, 2026.

About this clue

“First Indian prime minister” appeared as 14 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on July 20, 2026, and the answer is 5 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
5
Position
14 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “First Indian prime minister”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Monday, July 20, 2026, the answer to “First Indian prime minister” is NEHRU — 5 letters, entered at 14 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “First Indian prime minister” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been NEHRU, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with N.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.