Ahmedabad, Jan 30 (IANS) When local artisans and craftsmen receive encouragement along with access to wider markets for selling their products, the true spirit of ‘Vocal for Local’ and Swadeshi is realised. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the Gujarat government is making consistent efforts to strengthen local craftsmanship through various initiatives of the Cottage and Rural Industries Department. Organisations such as the Gujarat State Handloom and Handicraft Develop…
Latest Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel News & Updates
Gandhinagar, Jan 29 (IANS) On the eve of Anti Leprosy Day, Gujarat has reported significant progress in its fight against leprosy, bringing disease prevalence below the elimination threshold of one case per 10,000 population in 25 districts, officials said on Thursday. Over the past three years, more than 11,640 persons have been diagnosed early and linked to free treatment, reflecting sustained public health efforts by the state government.State Health department data up to December 2025 shows …
Gandhinagar, Jan 26 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has stepped up its organisational preparations in Gujarat ahead of the forthcoming local body elections by announcing new district- and city-level leadership teams for Dahod, Anand, and Junagadh city. The appointments, announced on Monday, form part of a phased restructuring exercise aimed at consolidating the party’s grassroots network across the state.Party sources said the changes were made under the guidance of the BJP’s Gujarat…
Gandhinagar, Jan 23 (IANS) Gujarat’s Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia said on Friday that the state government has stepped up preparations for tiger conservation after the presence of a tiger was reported in the Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary and adjoining areas during the latest wildlife population census. Describing the development as a “matter of pride” for the state, the Minister said a comprehensive plan had been drawn up to ensure the animal’s long-term protection, habitat se…
Ahmedabad, Jan 23 (IANS) In a major push to strengthen leadership skills among adolescent girls and familiarise them with democratic processes, the Gujarat government has constituted ‘Balika Panchayats’ in over 13,000 gram panchayats across the state. With this initiative, Gujarat has emerged as the first state in the country to implement such a model on a statewide scale.The programme, which began as a pilot in Mota Angiya and Maska villages of Kutch district, has now been expanded to every…
Gandhinagar, Jan 22 (IANS) The Sakhi Craft Bazaar, organised at the Rann Utsav in Kutch, has emerged as a major platform for women-led entrepreneurship, registering sales of over Rs 5 crore within a month of its launch. The bazaar, which has attracted a footfall of more than 4.5 lakh visitors, is being hailed as one of the key highlights of this year’s Rann Utsav.Held from December 4, 2025, to January 15, 2026, the Sakhi Craft Bazaar has been organised under the leadership and vision of Chief …
Gandhinagar, Jan 20 (IANS) At a time when women across Gujarat are steadily redefining their economic and social roles, Rajiben Vankar from Kutch district has emerged as a powerful symbol of self-reliance, resilience and environmental responsibility.By transforming traditional weaving skills into a sustainable livelihood and converting waste plastic into useful products, Rajiben has not only secured her own future but has also generated employment for dozens of rural women.Over the years, sustai…
Gandhinagar, Jan 19 (IANS) In line with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi” — development alongside heritage — the Gujarat government’s Stone Artisan Park Training Institute (SAPTI) is giving a decisive push to skill development in the state’s stone craft sector. By preserving India’s rich sculptural heritage while creating livelihood opportunities for youth, SAPTI has emerged as a cornerstone of Gujarat’s self-reliance drive.As of December 2025, a total of 67…
Gandhinagar, Jan 16 (IANS) Gujarat is poised for a major industrial leap forward, with more than 6.26 lakh new jobs expected to be created across the state following a record number of investment commitments at the recent Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit held in Rajkot. Briefing the media after the state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, government spokesperson and minister Jitu Vaghani shared detailed outcomes of the two-day summit.According to Vaghani, the Kutch–Saura…
Gandhinagar, Jan 4 (IANS) In a drive to protect consumer interests and ensure transparency in trade, Gujarat’s Legal Metrology Department conducted a statewide surprise inspection of nearly 370 gold and silver shops and jewellery showrooms on January 2 and 3. The operation led to 253 prosecution cases across 25 districts and the on-the-spot recovery of Rs 6.79 lakh as compounding fees, officials said.The special enforcement campaign was carried out under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra …