Career
He belonged to Kaimganj, Farrukhabad. He served Incorporated for more than 40 years till his death. Syed Abdul Salam Shah was a soldier in Indian army and was posted in Iran.
He was Minister of State of Food and Civil Supplies, Uttar Pradesh (1969–1971).
He served as President of District Board Farrukhabad. He was District President of Incorporated, Farrukhabad for the longest term (more than 30 years).
He actively participated in Non-cooperation Movement (Asahiyog Andolan) led by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi in 1921-1922. He also participated in Quit India Movement in 1942.
He was awarded for his great contribution to Indian National Congress by the Government in 1992, just few days before his death.
Syed Abdul Salam Shah died on December 6, 1992, the day when Babri Masjid was demolished.
