Bhupendra Patel is an Indian politician who was appointed as the Chief Minister of Gujarat on 12 September 2021 by the Bharatiya Janta Party. He is a member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly from the Ghatlodia constituency representing the Bharatiya Janata Party.
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Wiki/Biography
Bhupendra Patel was born on Sunday, 15 July 1962 (age 60 years; as of 2022) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. His zodiac sign is Cancer. In April 1992, he earned a diploma in civil engineering at Government Polytechnic Ahmedabad, Technical Examination Board, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. [1]My Neta
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Hair Colour: Grey (Semi-bald)
Eye Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
His father’s name is Rajnikantbhai Patel. His mother’s name is not known. The name of his younger brother is Ketan Patel.
Bhupendra Patel’s brother
Wife & Children
His wife’s name is Hetal Patel.
Bhupendra Patel with his wife and daughter
His son’s name is Anuj Patel, and Devanshi Patel is Bhupendra Patel’s daughter-in-law.
Bhupendra Patel’s son Anuj Patel
Daughter-in-law of Bhupendra Patel
Caste
Bhupendra Patel belongs to the Gujarati Kadava Patidar community. He is the trustee at Sardar Dham and Vishwa Umiya Patidar foundations. [2]The Times of India
Bhupendra Patel while addressing Patidar Youth Conference
Address
01, Aryaman Residency Road, Shilaj, Ahmedabad – 380059 [3]My Neta
Career
Bhupendra Patel was a member of the Memnagar Municipality from the years 1995 to 1996, 1999 to 2000 and 2004 to 2006. In 2008-10, he served as a Chairman of the Ahmedabad School Board. In 2012, Bhupendra Patel introduced the idea of fee reduction to builders to encourage the Building Regulating Scheme, and he received appreciation for this initiative from the then Chief Minister Narendra Modi. He served as the Councilor of Thaltej Ward from 2010 to 2015. During the same period, Bhupendra Patel also served as the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. From 2015 to 2017, he served as the Chairman of the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA). During his tenure in AUDA, he accelerated the infrastructure projects including flyovers and roads in Sanand and Bopal. In 2017, he was elected as the MLA in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly elections from the Ghatlodia constituency. He was preceded by Anandiben Patel. In these elections, Bhupendra Patel defeated his opponent, Shashikant Patel of the Indian National Congress, with a margin of 1,17,000 votes. [4]The Hindu Business Line
I thank @narendramodi, @JPNadda and @AmitShah for trusting me: @Bhupendrapbjp pic.twitter.com/5Gr0ZDvVc6
— TOI Ahmedabad (@TOIAhmedabad) September 12, 2021
On 12 September 2021, he was chosen as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. The former Chief Minister of Gujarat Vijay Rupani resigned from the post of Chief Minister of Gujarat on 11 September 2021. In an interview with BBC media, Journalist and political analyst Faisal Bakili said,
Perhaps the party has chosen a brand new face as the Chief Minister due to speculation that there is an anti-incumbency wave against the BJP government in Gujarat.”
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani felicitates the new Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel
On 13 September 2021, he took the oath as the seventeenth Chief Minister of Gujarat.
Bhupendra Patel while taking the oath as the 17th Chief Minister of Gujarat
On 8 December 2022, he won a second consecutive victory from the urban constituency of Ghatlodia with a margin of 1.92 lakh in the Gujarat assembly election. [5]Business Standard On 12 December 2022, he took oath as the Chief Minister of Gujarat for the second time. [6]The Hindu
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Governor Acharya Devvrat, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the oath-taking ceremony of Mr. Patel in Gandhinagar on 12 December 2022
Assets/Properties
Movable Assets
- Cash: Rs. 1,39,356
- Deposits in Banks: Rs 2,59,757
- LIC or other insurance Policies: Rs 1,39,00,000
- Personal loans/advances: Rs 62,76,992
- Motor Vehicles: Rs 7,72,630
- Jewellery: Rs 41,90,000
Gross Total Value: Rs 2,49,38,735 [7]My Neta
Immovable Assets
- Non-Agricultural Land: Rs 30,00,000
- Commercial Buildings: Rs 59,00,000
- Residential Buildings: Rs 1,81,20,000
Total: Rs 2,70,20,000 Crores [8]My Neta
Liabilities
- Loans from Banks: Rs 9,18,715
- Loans due to Individual/Entity: Rs 60,36,992
Total Liabilities: Rs 69,55,707 [9]My Neta
Net Worth (approx.)
As of 2017, Bhupendra Rajnikant Patel’s net worth was around Rs. 5.20 Crores. [10]My Neta
Facts/Trivia
- He is also called ‘Dada’ by his party members. [12]The Times of India
- Bhupendra Patel is a builder by profession, who has never been a minister of any department in Gujarat.
- Bhupendra Patel has been associated with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for a long time. [13]Hindustan Times
- Bhupendra Patel is also associated with National Democratic Alliance.
- Bhupendra Patel has no criminal record and has a very clear political career. [15]Hindustan Times
- Patel is considered a close aide to Anandiben Patel, the former Chief Minister of Gujarat and the first woman Chief Minister of the state. [16]Hindustan Times
Bhupendra Patel with Anandiben Patel
- In September 2021, Bhupendra Patel was chosen as the Chief Minister of Gujarat by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and it was a surprise for his whole family. [17]Republic World In an interview with Republic media, Patel’s wife exclaimed,
It’s like Diwali today. We didn’t expect him to be the Chief Minister. It was so unexpected that we did not even get time to plan his proper welcome.”
Bhupendra Patel’s daughter-in-law stated,
This was never expected; a complete surprise for our family. Even we saw it on the news. We are excited. He will be given a traditional welcome when he returns home.”
His younger brother added,
We didn’t expect him to be the Chief Minister. It was so unexpected that we did not even get time to plan his proper welcome. There is a joyous atmosphere at home. We can’t express how happy we are. All relatives and neighbours have gathered at our place to celebrate. We were not expecting this. It’s a surprise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”
The family members of Bhupendra Patel while exchanging sweets
- In September 2021, Bhupendra Patel’s name was not on the long list of probable nominated Chief Ministers when Vijay Rupani resigned at the age of 65 as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. Patel emerged as the dark horse. [18]The Times of India
- Home Minister of India Amit Shah congratulated Bhupendra Patel on being chosen as the 17th Chief Minister of Gujarat. He messaged him,
I am confident under the guidance and leadership of PM Narendra Modi, the state’s development journey will continue with new energy and momentum.”
- Bhupendra Patel was also seen supporting and participating in International Yoga Day in 2019.
Bhupendra Patel while doing yoga
- Bhupendra Patel is a follower and devotee of Bhagwan Dada, a spiritual leader in Gujarat. [19]New Indian Express
- Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi congratulated Bhupendra Patel on his Twitter account after he was chosen as the Chief of Gujarat on 13 September 2021.
A congratulation note by Narendra Modi to Bhupendra Patel
- During Bhupendra Patel’s tenure as an MLA, IP Gautam, former corporation commissioner and member of Lokpal, appreciated Patel’s work in a media conference. He stated,
In my view, he has been a wonderful mediator between the public representatives of the AMC and the bureaucrats. He used to deal with people on a very practical level. He also had a very practical approach towards budgeting and policy making. It is a matter of pride for me to work with him.”
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