Narendra Modi in Gujarat LIVE updates: Congress leaders still 'crying' over demonetisation, says PM

BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi, says he is living in self-denial

Congress still crying over note ban, says Modi

"I want to ask Congress why is it so obsessed with the demonetisation drive. Is it because any of their members were affected by the note ban. You (Congress) looted the poor for seven decades. Even a year later, they are crying over the move," Modi said

We brought soil health cards for the welfare of farmers, says Modi

Modi reminds people of water woes in Kutch-Saurashtra

Once upon a time, water was an issue in Kutch-Saurashtra. People used to walk great distance to get water, says Modi

BJP supporter in Morbi at Modi rally

Gujaratis must be happy that one of them occupies top post in New Delhi

"Let the Congressmen cry over noteban but people of Morbi only understand the language of vikaas. Gujaratis should be proud that for the first time , they have a have a man in Delhi. I am a Gujarati, who has a good business sense. I request you to vote all candidates of the BJP," Modi said while concluding his speech. 

Modi taunts intellectuals, Congress over GST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi taunts intellectuals over GST. He said," You people call it 'Grand Stupid Talk' but I ask you have you worked for the poor? Congress wants to decrease GST on cigarette and alcohol and give cancer to people. Gujaratis won't forgive Congress for anti-poor and anti-middle class thought process," Modi said.  

Helped farmers and fishermen alike, says Modi

"We created a 6000 crore kisan sampada yojna for farmers. We helped you develop dairy farming. We have helped fishermen buy new boats," Modi said while counting his government's pro-poor schemes

We initiated a mass movement to conserve every drop of water, says Modi

Modi attacks Congress over leak in urea subsidy

Urea production was not an issue but the subsidy with it.  But the urea produced was diverted to chemcical industries. This was the issue. We requested Congress to do something on this. But they did not listen to us. They were only interested in early black money through leaks in subsidies. 

Congress exploited Gujarat over water woes
 

"When we came to power, we focussed on water. Congress asks what is our Gujarat model. We know what is Congress' development agenda — waterpump. Our development is SAUNI of Narmada. Often, Congress promised handpump just for sake of vote," Modi said. 

Modi hails Narmada project

"We have laid such water pipelines that even Congress leaders can sit in Maruti car and go," Modi said while taunting the pet project of Sanjay Gandhi. Due to Narmada project, farmer incomes are at least Rs 70,000 cores now. Under BJP, there were three agricultural university that were established, Under Congress, there were only one," Modi added. 

Modi hails SAUNI

"Now people from other states and countries are coming to Saurashtra to see how we were successful to create water management system (SAUNI)," Modi said in Morbi. 

People awaiting Modi's arrival on the stage at Morbi

Gujarat BJP highlights its pro-labourer initiatives 

Farmers in Morbi upset over MSP

Just like Surendranagar, farmers mostly cultivate cotton in Morbi. They are upset that Modi has not increased the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of cotton when he would demand the same thing as CM of Gujarat from the Manmohan Singh-led UPA government.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Morbi

WATCH: Modi begins address in Morbi

Rural Morbi is parched, miffed with BJP

At least 40 dams in Saurashtra get water through Morbi's Machu 2 dam in the SAUNI Yojana. Yet, there are several villages which continue to starve for water in Morbi. Rural Morbi is an agrarian belt. The entire Taluka of Maliya with 40 villages has not received benefits of the SAUNI Yojana. These farmers are upset with BJP.

Hardik strikes a chord with Morbi Patidars

Morbi has a large Patidar population. While the urban Patels remain firmly behind Modi and BJP, the discontent is palpable amongst rural Patidars. Hardik has struck a chord here.

Modi unlikely to visit Somnath temple

Speaking to Firstpost, the co-ordinator of the Prachi rally said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to visit the Somnath. This is contrary to some media reports that he may make it to the famous Shiva temple today. However, a local police official told Firstpost that temple visits by the prime minister are revealed only half an hour before the schedule visit due to security reasons.

Modi was expected to begin campaigning at 9 am 

Traders miffed with BJP but won"t reveal it openly, claim local journalists 

Local journalists in private conversations say the traders and industrialists are disillusioned with Modi after demonetization and GST, but won't express it to the media out of fear, since they've long been loyal to BJP and can't be seen siding with Congress. They are certainly not as okay with the decisions as they try to convey, they say.

Morbi traders hit by GST, demonetisation yet support Modi 

Morbi is a ceramic hub. Over 700 factories are located in the district, expected to be hit by GST and demonetisation. Yet, by and large, traders and businessmen seem to be behind Modi. It created problems initially but the reduced GST rate of 18% from 28% is no cause for concern, they say.

We are LIVE from Modi's rally in Morbi 

Prachi in Somnath has religious significance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to Prachi, 20 kilometres from Somnath. It is said, one visit to Prachi is equal to 100 visits to Kashi. 

Rahul Gandhi tweets, asks Modi to give report card of 22 years of BJP rule

Rahul Gandhi and Narendra Modi just 50 kms apart from each other

Modi to visit Somnath Temple 

Not only Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi but also Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Somnath Temple. Modi is expected to be there at around 1 pm, reports Financial Express.

Modi to address rallies in Saurashtra and south Gujarat

BJP’s Gujarat Vikas Rally will cover 25 Assembly seats in Saurashtra and south Gujarat."Each rally has been organised in such a way that people from five to six surrounding constituencies can also attend it," Bhupendra Yadav had said. 

Modi likely to speak at 10 am

While the Morbi was scheduled to begin at 9 am, it has been delayed now. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to speak at around 10 am. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweets

Watch: Child takes leave from school to listen to Modi's speech

The rally at Morbi is scheduled for 9 am, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to arrive around 10 am.

Morbi rally ground ahead of Narendra Modi's address

Image courtesy: Amitesh

Recap: Modi held four rallies across Kutch, Saurashtra and South Gujarat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi started his high voltage campaign with rallies on 27 November in Bhuj in Kutch district, Jasdan in Rajkot, Chalala in Amreli and Kadodara near Surat. 

Narendra Modi's schedule for the day

Modi to address four rallies 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address poll rallies in Morbi, Prachi near Somnath, Palitana in Bhavnagar — all in Saurashtra — and at Navsari in south Gujarat. 

Updates for 29 November begin

Arrogant Congress harbours just hatred for Gujaratis: Modi

Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Kadodara said that the Congress has only showed disrespect and hatred for Gujaratis and now they have the guts to come and ask for support in the same stae.

"In Uttar Pradesh the Congress was feeling so confident about victory. They started calling Gujaratis donkeys. And now, they are coming here to Gujarat to seek support. Nobody can insult the people of Gujarat like this. They mistreated Sardar Patel, Morarji Desa who were legendary leaders from Gujarat. There past and present shows they hate Gujaratis," Modi said. 

Congress did not treat Morarji Desai, Sardar Vallabhbhai Paterl well: Modi

They speak about Sardar Patel but I don't want to dig out their history. They should turn the pages of Maniben (Patel's daughter's) diary, may be that will help them recollect how they treated him. Then, Morarji Desai, a Gandhiaite, became the prime minister. Overnight, Indira Ji removed Morarji Bhai from the Cabinet. The truth is Congress hates Gujaratis," Narendra Modi said. 

BJP gave, curfew free peaceful life for Gujaratis: Modi

"Before BJP came to power, people were used to living under the shadow of curfews. It was hard to imagine a life otherwise. Such was the situation. In 22 years, BJP has ensured peace and tranquility in the state," Modi said. 

Those who have robbed the poor will have to give it back: Modi

"This govt is not going to move away from the path of honesty. Those who have robbed the poor will have to give it back. Three lakh companies have been served notice whose finances were suspicious," Narendra Modi said defending the demonetisation scheme." 

No govt ever helped the poor achieve the dream of owning a home: Modi

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"Has there ever been a precedent when a government helped the people own a home? Tell me which government has done anything for you," Modi asked people amid resounding cheers. 

He said that for the first time, there is a govt at the Centre which is helping the middle class get loans and build a house.

Arrogance of Congress party is at a record high. They don't realise that times have changed. Things are very different in Gujarat from the time they ruled here 22 years ago. Society is no longer divided, there is progress now: PM Narendra Modi in Surat

Narendra Modi saysCongress has lost touch with aspirations of today's villages

"Rajiv Gandhi understood the problems of the people, but did he solve anything? This is Congress' problem. There is a huge difference between the villagers 30 years and today. But Congress doesn’t understand this. They think what worked then, will work now," Modi said. 

Gujaratis chose me to do achieve the unachievable: PM sells development track record at election rally

"I was told it is an impossible task to provide electricity 24/7 to cities. Every one told me, that its a difficult to take electricity to each home. But then I thought, didn't my Gujarati brothers and sisters choose me to accomplish the difficult? And within 3 years, I ensured that electricity reached every house in Gujarat," Narendra Modi

In 21st century, 18,000 villages still didn't have power: Modi

"In the 21st century, 18,000 villages still don't have power in India. Shouldn't Congress be held responsible?" Narendra Modi asked. He said that his government ensured that electricity reaches to each and every village. 

PM Modi promises Dahej-Ghogha Ro-Ro ferry service will transform development in Gujarat

"We want to extend Ro-Ro ferry service from Kutch on one side and Mumbai on the other," Modi said. He said that the previous governments had only fooled Gujaratis while he would ensure that everything that is promised actually reaches the beneficiaries on ground. 

"Thirty years ago, during Congress rule, villagers had to give a letter to get roads fixed. Today, the letters are to get double lanes... that is the difference between Congress and BJP rule," Narendra Modi

 Narendra Modi starts address in Kadodara, Surat

Supporters have come in busloads from more nearby talukas to attend Modi's Kadodara rally. Most of them were wearing BJP sashes and chanting slogans - Har Har Modi. 

Congress has neither niti, niyat, nor neta: Modi

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Narendra Modi, while speaking in Gujarat hit out at Congress party, saying Congress has neither niti (policy), niyat (intention) nor neta (leader). 

Narendra Modi is a master marketer, he wants to gain sympathy: Congress on Modi's chaiwala comeback 

Yes I sold tea, but at least I didn't commit the sin of selling off the nation: Narendra Modi

"Congress has shown contempt for Gujarat. They prevented Narmada waters from reaching people across the state, their reign was characterised by poor law and order, and they destabilised Chief Ministers from the Patel community be it Babubhai, Chimanbhai, Keshubhai and Anandiben," Narendra Modi

PM to address rally in Patidar dominated Kadodara shortly

People start queuing up outside the rally venue at Kadodara, an industrial area that falls within the Kamrej constituency, which is a Patidar dominated area

Congress still mourning loss of black money: PM Modi on Oppn campaign against demonetisation

Even after 12 months, why is Congress still talking about note ban. Everyone knows life and death is part of the process, but nothing beats the sorrow of losing an earning son. Eve after 12 months of the tragedy, you still get tears in your eyes, if you lose the bread winner of the family. This is why Congress has tears in their eyes even after 12 months after demonetisation; they have lost all their black money."

Congress had the change your future, but we are working for your present: Modi

"Amreli has a vast coast, which could have been developed to benefit so many. Congress could have changed your future but for 70 years they did nothing. We brought job opportunities through port land development and blue economy. You'll enjoy the benefits soon," Modi tells Amreli. 

Congress couldn't start ferry connectivity in 70 years, we did it within months: Modi

"Since I was a child, I heard one thing. 'Ghogha-Dahej RORO ferry service' 'Ghogha-Dahej RORO ferry service,' who stopped you from making this service when you ruled the country for 70 years? We made it happen, this is called progress. This ferry service is going to be functional from Kutch to Mumbai. The whole kutch andmn kathiawad will reap the benefits of this"

'Hunger for development should persist'

"They know that the common man, even the one who lives in villages, have aspirations of having good road, and then good tar roads, and then good double track roads... this hunger for development should persist, only then will India progress." 

Hatred for Gujarat is in Congress' blood: Narendra Modi

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"The Congress party, which had reigned the country for more than 70 years. What stopped them from developing Amreli district. Hatred for Gujaratis and our state flows in their blood," Narendra Modi said. 

I have come to take your blessings: PM Modi

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"I am glad I got the opportunity to visit Amreli. I have come here to take your blessings," the prime minister said as he greeted a cheering crowd that had been waiting for him for over two-and-half hours. 

In Pictures: A child wearing a saffron cap, waiting at the Amreli rally venue

Narendra Modi arrives in Amreli-Chalala

Quiz: How well do you really know the state that's about to go to the polls?

I am indebted to my mother India, says Modi

Won't allow Congress to break the composite culture of Gujarat: Modi

Voters will teach Congress a lesson on 9 December

"Congress is making baseless allegations against BJP and me. But the people of Gujarat will teach them a lesson on 9 December (polling day). I ask you, will these people (Congress high command) who sit in Delhi help in Gujarat's 'vikaas'?" Modi said during his address. 

We ensured safety of everyone in Gujarat: Modi

"There used to be a kind of unofficial curfew every day under Congres rule. Secuirty was an issue. But have we not provided you with security? Once there is security, there is peace and communal harmony," Modi said. 

Modi hails counter-terrorism efforts in Kashmir

"Our forces have scored a double century," Modi said while referring to over 200 militants being killed this year. 

Modi continues his 'pro-poor' pitch 

I am asking you has any government at the Centre thought of giving free housing to poor and middle class? We are helping them get home loans so that they can get a home," Modi said. He added," We are making sure that even those who wear chappal will fly planes."

Our faith is in development politics: Modi

Modi reminds Patidars of Congress' neglect

"Morarji. He had an impeccable character and a Gandhian. But he is a Gujarati. The way the Gandhi family insulted him. They just threw him out. Babubhai Patel became CM. But they could not tolerate a Patel as CM. The smae about Chimanbhai. We tried to help him make CM (in 1990). After that Keshubhai became Cm, the first from Kathiawar," Modi said while claiming that Congress conspired against Patels. 

Congress insulted Sardar Patel: Modi

These Congress leaders have lost their charecter. The Gujarati janta does not like you (Congress) but still you are working so much. You insulted Sardar Patel.. We all you know what you had done to Sardar. Everything is is recorded in Manibehn diary.

Congress ridiculed Gujaratis for Narmada Sarovar

"These people spoke of bringing Narmada here. But they ridiculed and insulted us for demanding better facilities. Had Congress helped us, then we would have had Narmada at least 30 years back," Modi said. He added that only after the BJP government came to power that policies were made to help people benefit from Narmada project. 

Modi begins his address in Jasdan

"In last fifteen years, you have chosen us three times. You all know that Gujarat has adopted the route of "vikaas'. We have not left anything for ensuing your welfare in Jasdan," Modi said. 

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Modi is addressing a rally in Rajkot's Jasdan

Congress does not have policy, leaders or any connection with Gujarat's common man: Modi

Interacting with people gives me unparalleled joy: Modi

Image courtesy: Pallavi Rebbapragada

After Bhuj rally, Modi is set to address a rally in Jasdan

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After addressing a rally in Kutch's district headquarter of Bhuj, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing a rally in Rajkot's Jasdan. While the rally was supposed to start at 11 am, it has not begun yet. 

Interacting with people gives me unparalleled joy: Modi

Union minister Jitendra Singh slams Rahul over his temple visits

Narendra Modi slams Congress over doublespeak on GST issue

"Congress was totally in favour of the GST during the discussions. However. when after the dicussions, it began opposing the new tax law." Modi said during the Bhuj rally. 

Modi's charm may win over undecided voters in Surendranagar

In spite of the problems in the city, there are several voters who would continue to vote for Modi out of sheer habit. The water woes were a poll issue in 2007 as well as 2012. But it did not hamper BJP's chances.

A large constituency cannot conceive of voting against BJP. Rupani does not wield much of an image. Modi's charm endures, which was evident in Paresh Rawal's speech when he had come to inaugurate a local BJP office in Wadhwan. He hardly mentioned BJP. "Ek taraf congress hai, aur ek taraf Modi saheb," he kept saying.

Patel anger not as much as it is being projected

Two BJP youth workers, Chetan Patel and Milan Patel, believe that Patels are not as angry with the BJP as it is being projected in the media and by the Congress.  "Right now, it is 50-50. but after Modi's rally, it will be 70-30 in favour of BJP," they claim. 

Surendranagar farmers tilting towards Congress

There are several farmers who are disatisfied with Modi even though their water problem has been resolved to a large extent. Surendranagar is a cotton belt. When he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat, he demanded higher MSP from the UPA-ruled central government. Now that he is PM, the MSP continues to be 810 rupees per 20 kilos while the expenses are around 700 rupees per 20 kilos, say farmers. These farmers seem to be titling towards Congress.

Voter turnout will be crucial in Surendranagar

Lack of deliverance by BJP and lack of trust in the Congress made many people say they will abstain from voting in the elections. The voter turnout in Surendranagar would be interesting to look at on 9 December. 

Jain and Koli factor looms large in Surendranagar

BJP has its task cut out. Jains and Kolis, who are in large numbers in Surendranagar here, and who have been BJP's traditional vote base are upset over ticket distribution. The fight is on in Surendranagar, with just one caveat that Modi is yet to arrive in the district.

Narmada irrigation project helped Saurashtra farmers

The ambitious Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation (SAUNI) Yojana is supposed to be benefiting Surendranagar the most. The main Saurashtra Branch Canal brings water to Surendranagar, from where three of the four pipe canals, which are supposed to distribute water to the entire region, originate. Farmers in rural Surendranagar are particularly pleased with SAUNI. The Botad Branch Canal originating from Dholidhaja dam in Surendranagar runs through the district covering well over half of the 600 plus villages. Since the district is a large cotton producing belt, farmers' water woes have been resolved to a great extent, and they credit Modi for it.

Modi met locals ahead of his rally in Bhuj

Image courtesy: Pallavi Rebbapragada

Modi playing 'Gujarati asmita' card to deflect criticism on GST

It is instructive how Narendra Modi is focusing on the past to build his narrative of present. In his first pit stop in Bhuj on Gujarat campaign trail, the prime minister embarked on a two-pronged strategy to counter Congress. One, highlight his achievements in Kutch as Gujarat chief minister. Two, project himself as the son of soil and claim that his insulting him is akin to insulting Gujaratis. None of these are exactly new strategies but Modi obviously feels confident enough that his work as an administrator — be it rebuilding Kutch after the devastating earthquake of 2001 or brining Narmada to the water-starved district — has not been forgotten. In his avoidance of GST topic and conflation of self with Gujarati 'asmita' lies another pointer. A tacit acceptance that Modi is aware of the potential political repercussions of a glitch-ridden implementation of GST. 

Want to take India to greater heights: Modi

We will prove pollsters wrong, says Modi

"We will prove every pollster wrong by winning 151 seats in Gujarat. please come in full force to vote on 9 December," says Modi

Schools, hospitals you see were built after 2001 earthquake: Modi

Modi raises isue of dynastic politics

Don't understand why Congress was clapping for Hafiz Saeed

"Pakistan released Hafiz Saeed. Why is Congress clapping for it. I don't understand this because a terrorist has been released," Modi said referring to Rahul Gandhi's tweet questioning Saeed's release from house arrest. 

"At a time when Doka La was going on, Rahul was hugging Chinese ambassador. We conducted surgical strike after Uri attack but did Congress do anything after Mumbai in 2008? This is the difference in leadership," Modi said on surgical strike and Doka La standoff. 

Congress did not help Narmada project in Kutch

"Had Congress helped us with the Narmada project, we would have got the water 30 years back. You people would not have to migrate to other places," Modi said.  

Modi hails Kutch tourism

"There are so many tourist sites in Kutch that tourists will take more than a week to complete their tour to this district," Modi said. 

We turned Kutch into tourist spot, says Modi

"Rann was already there. But I thought that we can turn it into tourist spot and earn money. Our mantra is vikaas so we did it. People never imagined that there can be any kind of farming in Kutch. At one side is desert and then another side there is Pakistan. Now it is a krishi shtra. Nobody thought that saffron can be grown here. After drip irrigation, it is a model for farming," Modi said. 

Modi invokes Kutch earthquake to counter Congress

"There was an Anjar earthquake in 1956. The earthquake was so severe that Pandit Nehru had to come here. But do you remember the Congress doing anything for you people. But now this party is asking our report card.. See we did so much after 2001 earthquake. Vajpayee sent me to Gujarat to help Kutch. I took the responsibility of rehabilitation. My training began from Kutch crisis itself. You have helped me grow like a boy. Now these Congressmen are blaming me over corruption. Will you forgive Congress?" Modi said. 

Modi slams Congress, says Gujaratis will not forgive the party

"On one hand, there is vikaas (bjp), then there is 'vansh vaad' (Dynasts) (in a reference to Congress) Gujarat will not forgive you at all." Gujarat will never accept you.. The reason is since you have kept Gujarat backwards since the times of Sardar Patel.You people (Congress) shot bullets outside the Congress headquarters in Ahmedabad," Modi said while slamming Congress

Happy to have taken darshan of Ashapura mata, says Modi

I am happy that i got the opportunity to visit Ashpura temple at Abdasa. I have come to seek the blessings of the common man," says Modi

Modi is currently introducing all BJP candidates in Kutch district

Narendra Modi urges the crowd to bless the candidates and vote for them. 

Modi begins his address in Kutchi language

Narendra Modi to address Bhuj rally shortly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives on stage

Security beefed up ahead of Amreli rally

Security preparations are on full swing in Amreli's Chalala, where Modi is expected to address a rally at 1 pm. Chalala is 25 kilometre from the district headquaters Amreli. 

The reason behind the delay in Modi's Bhuj rally

The delay is apparently because Lallan College Ground, where he is to speak, was more than half empty at the scheduled time. Now, there are better crowds and he is likely to reach anytime now.

Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani is currently addressing the rally

Watch: Modi conducts pooja at Ashapura Mata

Narendra Modi met locals outside Ashapura Mata temple

Security arrangements being supervised ahead of Amreli rally

Image courtesy: Amitesh 

RECAP: Modi visited the famous Ashapura Mata temple at Mata no Madh

Bhuj unit of BJP all set to welcome Narendra Modi

BJP releases sixth list of candidates

Just ahead of Modi's rallies, BJP releases the names of 34 candidates for the upcoming Gujarat elections. With the latest list, the names of all BJP candidates have been released. 

Kamrej rally shifted to Kadodara

CNN-News18 quoted BJP sources as saying that the party shifted the rally from Kamrej to Kadodara after sensing trouble from the Patidar community. The report added that the party shifted the rally about two days back. 

Modi at Ashapura Mata temple

Narendra Modi prays at Ashapura Mata temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Kutch and proceeded to famed Ashapura Mata temple at Mata nou Madh. He offered prayers to the deity and met devotees outside the temple. 

Preparation going on ahead of Modi's visit

Modi to first offer prayers at Mata nou Madh temple in Kutch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who begins his whirlwind campaign from the desert district of Kutch that was devastated in the January 26, 2001, earthquake, will first offer prayers at Mata nou Madh temple that falls in the Abdasa constituency. 

The significance of the visit to this temple of local deity Ashapura Mata is that it is located in an area with a sizeable Muslim population. Local sources say even one visit by Modi there will pep up the Hindu population in the area. 

The rally is in Bhuj but all BJP contestants from Kutch district would be on the podium with Modi. 

Anger in Congress over ticket distribution 

Ahead of his visit, Modi pays tributes to former Swaminarayan sect head Pramukh Swami Maharaj

Jignesh Mevani to fight polls as an Independent 

According to CNN-News18, Dalit activist Jignesh Mevani. who has been spearheading a campaign against the Narendra Modi government, along with Hardik Patel and Alpesh Thakore. will be contesting as an Independent from the Vadgam constituency. 

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath addressed two rallies in Surat on Sunday

Counting on 18 December 2017

 Votes will be counted on 18 December, the same day as the results of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly election.

Star campaigners addressing rallies in Gujarat 

The star campaigners include Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Arun Jaitley and Sushma Swaraj, chief ministers of BJP-ruled states — Yogi Adityanath and Vasundhara Raje — as well as several Gujarat BJP leaders. 

Narendra Modi's public meetings for the day

89 seats to vote in phase one 

89 seats of Saurashtra and South Gujarat region will go to polls in the first phase of voting on 9 December. These 89 seats come under 19 districts of the state. 

Amit Shah slams Congress

While Modi will visit his home state today, BJP chief Amit Shah is already in the state and actively campaigning. On Sunday, Shah slammed Congress for lacking an agenda for the elections and said, "Congress lacks leaders as well as strategy."

Narendra Modi says Kutch is very close to his heart 

Commited to taking Gujarat to newer heights of growth, says Modi 

Ahead of his two-day Gujarat visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has this to say:

Rally organised to allow maximum participation 

"Each rally has been organised in such a way that people from five to six surrounding constituencies can also attend it," Bhupender Yadav, Gujarat BJP-incharge said.

Modi likely to address Bhuj rally at 11 am

Modi is slated to visit Jan Sabha in Bhuj at 11 am, while he will be in Jasdan city in Rajkot at around 1.20 pm. He will be in Amreli at 3.00 pm and he will finally visit Kamrej in Surat at 5.15 pm.

Modi to seek Ashapura Mata's blessings on reaching Kutch

Here is the two-day itinerary of Modi

Modi to cover four districts today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address people in Bhuj town of Kutch district and later in the day in Jasdan town of Rajkot, Dhari in Amreli and Kamrej in Surat district. 

Modi to visit Kutch 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin his tour from Kutch disrict in Gujarat. According to his itinerary, he will first visit the famous Ashapura Mata temple before starting his campaigning. 

Modi on a two-day visit to Gujarat 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address eight rallies on November 27 and 29 in different parts of Saurashtra and south Gujarat, where polling for the first phase of assembly polls will be held on 9 December.