Vijay Rupani's state funeral and day of mourning
Vijay Rupani, who served as Gujarat's Chief Minister from 2016 to 2021, died in a plane crash in Ahmedabad. His identity was confirmed through DNA testing. The state will observe one day of mourning and give him a funeral with full honors, recognizing his impact on Gujarat politics and his leadership during the 2017 assembly elections.
From student leader to Gujarat's chief minister
Rupani began as a student leader and rose through the ranks to become Rajya Sabha MP and state BJP president. He played a key role in the BJP's win during tough times like the Patidar reservation protests, focusing on making life easier for people across Gujarat.
PM Modi tweets about Rupani
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Rupani "humble" and "hardworking," saying he always put party values first. The decision for a state funeral reflects how much respect he earned throughout his career.