9 years ago
Surat:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Gujarat's Surat today evening, after speaking at the concluding session of the two-day BJP national executive meet in Odisha. Over 10,000 bikers escorted PM Modi along the 11-kilometer stretch of road from Surat airport to the city circuit house. Spectators from across the state lined-up to see his first visit to the home state, after the BJP's massive victory in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Government and commercial building on the way were decked up and illuminated. The Prime Minister rode a SUV, waving through its sun-roof, as the frenzied crowds chanted his name.
Over the next two days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend a rally in Katargam area with significant Patidar population, besides attending several functions and inaugurating hospitals, irrigation projects. He is expected to hold meetings with Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and other top BJP leaders. The BJP, which is seeking a straight fifth term in Gujarat, is facing a tough opposition from the Patidar community led by Hardik Patel.
Over the next two days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend a rally in Katargam area with significant Patidar population, besides attending several functions and inaugurating hospitals, irrigation projects. He is expected to hold meetings with Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and other top BJP leaders. The BJP, which is seeking a straight fifth term in Gujarat, is facing a tough opposition from the Patidar community led by Hardik Patel.
