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A historic milestone was marked in the history of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Banaskantha district unit as the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Gujarat visited the district party headquarters, Shri Banas Kamalam, for the first time. Addressing party workers, the Chief Minister emphasized organizational strength, national service, and public welfare.
A wave of pride has swept through the Thakor community following the appointment of Mrs. Pushpaben Thakor as the State General Secretary of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahila Morcha. Community leaders, party workers, and well-wishers extended their heartfelt congratulations, describing her appointment as a moment of great pride for the community.
A new branch of Banas Bank, a modern office building, a Farmers' Rest House, and an Open Auction Shed were inaugurated at the Radhanpur Market Yard in the esteemed presence of Gujarat Legislative Assembly Speaker Shri Shankarbhai Chaudhary, Cabinet Minister Shri Jitubhai Vaghani, and Minister Shri Swaroopji Thakor.
Devotees enthusiastically participated in the celebrations, expressing their unwavering faith and devotion.Several community leaders, trustees, and devotees were pAhead of the grand Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Palanpur, the traditional Mameru ceremony was solemnly performed by the Lord's maternal family (Mosal side), following long-standing religious customs. The event witnessed an overwhelming turnout of devotees who gathered to seek the blessings of Lord Jagannath.
Biscuits Distributed Among Patients A visit was conducted to Banas General Hospital, Palanpur, to review its various healthcare services and patient care facilities.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah participated in a tree plantation drive in the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency. On the occasion, he highlighted that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" campaign has become a nationwide movement promoting environmental conservation through public participation.
A comprehensive review meeting under the Jal Sanchay Janbhagidari 2.0 Campaign was held under the chairmanship of District Collector Shri Mihir Patel, with the participation of senior district officials. During the meeting, the progress of various water conservation initiatives, including rainwater harvesting, check dams, pond rejuvenation, water resource development and other related projects, was reviewed in detail.
The Global Excellence Book of Records has honoured Shri Akshayraj Makwana, Superintendent of Police (SP), Bharuch District, in recognition of his outstanding public service, dedicated leadership and remarkable contributions to society.
A review meeting of the Forest and Environment Department was held in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of Cabinet Minister Arjun Modhwadia.
