Jaipur, April 9 (IANS) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Thursday extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on the Foundation Day of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), recalling his deep-rooted association with the organisation and its legacy of student activism.“I firmly believe that the NSUI, a fearless voice that consistently rises to defend the rights and interests of students, will continue to strengthen democratic values in our country,” Gehlot s…
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Jaipur, April 8 (IANS) Rajasthan BJP State President Madan Rathore on Wednesday said the Pachpadra Refinery Project would generate direct and indirect employment for nearly 90,000 people and play a key role in strengthening the state’s self-reliance and economic growth.The refinery, currently under construction in Pachpadra in the Balotra district of western Rajasthan, is poised to become a landmark achievement for the state. Its foundation stone was originally laid in 2007-08 under the leadersh…
Jaipur, April 8 (IANS) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has intensified his attack on the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led government by releasing Chapter 17 of his digital series “Intezaar Shastra”. This time, he has raised concerns over the condition of sports infrastructure and support for athletes in the state.In his latest remarks, Gehlot alleged that key facilities like the Rajasthan State Sports Institute (RSSI) and Jodhpur’s Amritlal Stadium are being neglected. He questioned why …
Jaipur, April 8 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday accused the BJP-led state government of pushing Rajasthan towards a “constitutional crisis” by failing to conduct elections to Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies for over a year. In a strongly worded statement, Gehlot said the delay and the appointment of government administrators in place of elected representatives reflect an “undemocratic mindset” and amount to a direct assault on democratic institutions.“The fail…
Jaipur, April 7 (IANS) Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, in Chapter 16 of his ‘Intezaar Shastra’ digital series, launched a sharp attack on the Rajasthan government over delays in the construction of Marwar Medical University. He alleged that the BJP government has failed to protect the aspirations of the Marwar region, stating that the proposed Rs 500 crore project has fallen victim to a “tortoise pace” of progress.Ashok Gehlot said the deadline of March 31, 2027, now appears to be merely “…
Jaipur, April 7 (IANS) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led state government over the sluggish construction of the Marwar Medical University, alleging that the BJP administration has failed to protect the aspirations of the region.In the 16th chapter of his “Intezaar Shastra” digital series, the veteran Congress leader stated that the Rs 500 crore project has fallen victim to official apathy.”This is not just negligence, but a planned…
Jaipur, April 6 (IANS) As a division bench of the Rajasthan High Court upheld a single bench order cancelling the Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Exam 2021 over allegations of paper leak and impersonation, veteran Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Monday asked the ruling BJP government to “do their job” and stop blaming the previous Congress government.Speaking to the media, Gehlot said, “Proceed in accordance with the law. We were in power then; they are in power now. At that time, incidents…
Jaipur, April 6 (IANS) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has criticised the BJP-led state government over the delay in operationalising Jodhpur’s historic Sumer Library, alleging a lack of intent towards promoting education and public knowledge. In a statement issued under his campaign “Intezaar Shastra: Chapter 15”, Gehlot said that the previous Congress government had envisioned transforming the Sumer Library into a modern, high-tech e-library equipped with digital facilities …
Jaipur, April 4 (IANS) Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Saturday questioned the state government over delays in a multi-level parking project in Jodhpur, terming it a reflection of the BJP government’s “policy of delay and neglect”.In a post on his X handle as part of his digital series ‘Intezaar Shastra’, Gehlot said the project on Jodhpur’s Nai Sadak has become a symbol of governance marked by inaction.“A project that should have been completed years ago is still hanging in …
Jaipur, April 3 (IANS) Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Friday condemned the detainment of NSUI leaders and workers during a protest at Rajasthan University, calling it an attack on democratic rights. He urged the state government to immediately release those detained, alleging that the action reflects an authoritarian approach to dissent.Ashok Gehlot stated that the NSUI’s peaceful protest against the alleged imposition of RSS ideology at Rajasthan University—and what it views a…