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The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Gujarat’s electoral rolls has identified over 17 lakh deceased voters, 6.14 lakh absent voters, and 30 lakh permanently migrated individuals.

SIR in Gujarat: More than 17 lakh deceased voters found on electoral rolls

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Gujarat&rsquo;s electoral rolls has identified over 17 lakh deceased voters, 6.14 lakh absent voters, and 30 lakh permanently migrated individuals.

The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in Gujarat has revealed that more than 17 lakh deceased voters were still included in the existing voter list across the state, a release by the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has stated.
According to the release issued on Thursday, the SIR exercise started in Gujarat on November 4 with booth-level officers (BLOs) distributing enumeration forms in their designated areas. The campaign will continue till December 11.
"In the last one month, enumeration forms have been distributed to more than five crore voters registered in the 2025 electoral roll. In most of the 33 districts, 100 per cent of the distribution has been completed. Work on digitising the returned forms is currently underway. So far, the digitisation work has been completed in 12 out of 182 assembly constituencies," it said.
These include Dhanera and Tharad of Banaskantha district, Limkheda and Dahod (ST) of Dahod district, Bayad of Aravalli district, Dhoraji, Jasdan and Gondal of Rajkot district, Keshod of Junagadh district, Mehmadabad of Kheda district, Khambhat of Anand district and Jalalpore of Navsari district.
Dang district is at the forefront in this work with 94.35 per cent digitisation of the counting forms, said the release.
"During this exercise, it was revealed that 17 lakh deceased voters were still included in the electoral roll across the state. More than 6.14 lakh voters were found absent from their addresses. It has been noticed that more than 30 lakh voters have permanently migrated," the release said.
BLOs found more than 3.25 lakh voters in the "repeated" category, which means that their names figured at more than one place, the release stated.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Modi administered the Ekta Diwas pledge and witnessed a Republic Day-style parade at the Statue of Unity, Gujarat, celebrating Sardar Patel’s 150th birth anniversary.

PM Modi Leads Unity Pledge at Statue of Unity

PM Modi's Unity Pledge at Statue of Unity

Prime Minister Modi administered the Ekta Diwas pledge and witnessed a Republic Day-style parade at the Statue of Unity, Gujarat, celebrating Sardar Patel&rsquo;s 150th birth anniversary.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday administered the &ldquo;oath of unity&rdquo; to participants of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat on the 150th birth anniversary of the country&rsquo;s first home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
PM Modi arrived at Patel&rsquo;s 182-metre-tall statue, near Ekta Nagar in Gujarat&rsquo;s Narmada district, in the morning and paid his respects to the Iron Man of India by offering flower petals.
He then left for a nearby venue where he administered the Ekta Diwas pledge to the gathering and witnessed the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade. Through this pledge, participants reaffirmed their commitment to preserving the unity, integrity, and security of the nation. The pledge also emphasised the importance of spreading this message among fellow countrymen.
This year&rsquo;s Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations included a cultural festival and the National Unity Day parade by police and paramilitary forces. One of the major attractions of this year&rsquo;s celebrations was the &lsquo;Republic Day-style&rsquo; parade of the armed forces along with decorative tableaux.
The parade featured 10 floats from NSG (National Security Guard), NDRF (National Disaster Response Force), Gujarat, Jammu and Kashmir, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Manipur, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand and Puducherry, depicting the theme &lsquo;Unity in Diversity&rsquo;.
On the parade route, a cultural programme featuring 900 artists showcased India&rsquo;s classical dances, representing the richness and diversity of Indian culture. Contingents of the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) also participated in the parade.
In a display of women&rsquo;s empowerment in the security forces, PM Modi received a ceremonial salute from contingents of police and paramilitary forces, all of them led by women officers.
Key attractions of this year's parade included a BSF marching contingent, composed exclusively of Indian breed dogs such as Rampur Hounds, Gujarat Police&rsquo;s horse contingent, Assam Police&rsquo;s motorcycle daredevil show, and BSF&rsquo;s camel contingent and camel-mounted band.
The parade also honoured five Shaurya Chakra awardees of the CRPF and 16 gallantry medal winners of the BSF who displayed exceptional courage in anti-Naxal operations in Jharkhand and counter-terror operations in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Air Force presented a fly-past under &lsquo;Operation Surya Kiran&rsquo;.

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inducted 19 MLAs as ministers, elevating Harsh Sanghavi to Deputy Chief Minister, taking the council of ministers’ strength to 26, with new and retained members taking oath.

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel reshuffles cabinet, Harsh Sanghavi made deputy CM, Rivaba Jadeja inducted

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inducted 19 MLAs as ministers, elevating Harsh Sanghavi to Deputy Chief Minister, taking the council of ministers&rsquo; strength to 26, with new and retained members taking oath.

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday reshuffled his cabinet by inducting 19 MLAs as ministers, taking the total strength of his council of ministers, including himself, to 26, and elevated junior home minister Harsh Sanghavi to the post of Deputy Chief Minister.
Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new ministers as well as those who were elevated to the cabinet rank and given MoS independent charge from ministers of state.
Sanghavi, who represents the Munjara assembly constituency in Surat city, took oath as the deputy CM. Till now, he held the post of Minister of State for Home.
Sanghavi and five other MLAs who were part of the previous Bhupendra Patel-led cabinet continue to be in the council of ministers. Though all 16 ministers had resigned on Thursday, the resignations of these six ministers were not accepted by the CM.
While three of these six &mdash; Kanubhai Patel, Rushikesh Patel, and Kunvarji Bavalia &mdash; were earlier cabinet ministers, Sanghavi, Praful Pansheriya, and Purshottam Solanki were MoS.
Of them, only Sanghavi, who has been elevated to the post of deputy CM, and Pansheriya, given MoS with independent charge, took fresh oaths on Friday.
Some of the 19 MLAs included in the council of ministers are Jitu Vaghani, Arjun Modhwadia, and Manisha Vakil.
A surprise entry was Rivaba Jadeja, the wife of Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja, as a minister of state.

Authorities in Gandhinagar began demolishing 186 illegal structures linked to those involved in a stone-pelting incident during Navratri in Bahiyal village.

Demolition underway of illegal properties of rioters in Gandhinagar

Authorities in Gandhinagar began demolishing 186 illegal structures linked to those involved in a stone-pelting incident during Navratri in Bahiyal village.

Authorities on Thursday launched a demolition drive against 186 illegal structures of those involved in a stone-pelting incident at a village in Gandhinagar district during the recently held Navratri festival, officials said.
On the night of September 24, a group of minority community members damaged several shops and vehicles and hurled stones in Bahiyal village, located 38 km from Gandhinagar city, over an objectionable social media post.
The police had detained nearly 60 persons for the clash and rioting that occurred in the village. More than 200 persons were involved in the rioting, in which several vehicles and shops were damaged and some were set on fire, the police had said.
A drive was undertaken by the local authorities on Thursday to demolish a total of 186 commercial establishments in the village, Gandhinagar Superintendent of Police Ravi Teja Vasamsetty said.
"The encroachment of 186 commercial establishments is being removed in Dahegam (taluka) today...We have identified the illegal commercial establishments of all those people who were involved in the rioting incident a few days ago. Around 50 of the accused persons are history sheeters," he said.
The demolition was being carried out in the presence of the sub-divisional magistrate and panchayat officials amid tight security arrangements involving around 300 police personnel, the official said.
A social media post had enraged members of the minority community, triggering the attack last month. A man who posted the content was targeted by the attackers.

Death toll in Mahisagar river bridge collapse in Vadodara climbs to 19 as rescue teams halt operations due to high tide. Two persons still missing. CM suspends four engineers amid safety concerns.

Gujarat bridge collapse: Death toll rises to 19 as injured man dies in hospital; search operation on

Death toll in Mahisagar river bridge collapse in Vadodara climbs to 19 as rescue teams halt operations due to high tide. Two persons still missing. CM suspends four engineers amid safety concerns.

The death toll in the Mahisagar river bridge collapse in Gujarat's Vadodara district climbed to 19 on Friday after one of the injured persons succumbed to injuries at a hospital, officials said.
The search for the two missing persons is still underway, they said.
Several vehicles plunged into the river after a segment of the four-decade-old bridge, connecting Anand and Vadodara districts, collapsed near Gambhira village close to Padra town on Wednesday morning.
"Forty five-year-old Narendrasinh Parmar, a resident of Dahevan, who was one of the five injured persons undergoing treatment at the SSG Hospital died on Friday," an official said.
Eighteen bodies were recovered till Thursday night, and the operation resumed on the third day with efforts being made by the teams engaged at the site to trace two more persons, who are missing, Vadodara Collector Anil Dhameliya said.
On Thursday, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel suspended four engineers of the state's Roads and Buildings Department in connection with the bridge collapse.
State minister Rushikesh Patel visited the site of the tragedy and informed the media that action has been taken on the basis of a preliminary report submitted by a committee set up by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.
A high-level probe committee of the state's roads and buildings department will submit a detailed report in 30 days, he said.
Out of the 7,000 bridges in the state that have been surveyed, the government has identified those that need repairs or require construction of a new one. Action is taken on them accordingly, he said after the visit.
"As per the preliminary report of this investigation committee, it has been recorded that the bridge collapsed due to pedestal and articulation crushing. A detailed report will be given by this committee of the Roads and Buildings Department within 30 days," he said.
The investigation report with its technical and administrative reasons will be submitted to the CM and other decisions will be taken on the basis of it, he added.
"The state government placed four roads and buildings department officials under suspension," said Patel who also later visited the injured persons at the SSG Hospital and enquired about their health.
Collector Dhameliya earlier told the media that the primary objective of the ongoing search and rescue operation was to recover a body trapped under a slab in the river, and trace the missing driver of a truck stuck in the water.
A list of eight missing persons was compiled on Thursday, and the bodies of six of them were recovered, he said.
The operation is being carried out by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and other agencies, with locals joining the efforts.
Dhameliya said the rescue teams continue to work amid challenges, including muddy terrain, release of soda ash in water and a tanker filled with a highly corrosive substance.
A tanker that fell into the river was carrying sulphuric acid, and care is being taken to ensure that it does not leak, he said.
There is a presence of soda ash in the water, which is causing irritation and itching for the rescuers, he said.
Earlier in the day, some trucks and two-wheelers were pulled out of water during the operation.
To overcome the problem of mud, a temporary platform has been prepared on the riverbank for the rescue teams by spreading three truckloads of concrete mix, an official release said.
At least six major incidents of bridge collapse have taken place in Gujarat since 2021.
In December 2021, a slab collapsed during the construction of the Mumatpura flyover on the outskirts of Ahmedabad city. Nobody was injured in the incident.
In October 2022, as many as 135 persons were killed when a British-era suspension bridge over the Machchhu river in Morbi town collapsed. Over 200 tourists were present on the bridge at that time.
In June 2023, a newly-built bridge on the Mindhola river in the Tapi district collapsed. No one was hurt in the accident.
In September 2023, four persons were injured after a portion of an old bridge on the Bhogavo river in Surendranagar district collapsed when a 40-ton dumper was navigating it near Wadhwan city.
In October 2023, two persons sitting in an autorickshaw died after six concrete girders or slabs, which were installed on the pillars of an under-construction bridge near the RTO Circle in Palanpur town of Banaskantha, collapsed.
In August 2024, a small bridge on the Bhogavo river connecting Habiyasar village with Chotila town in Surendranagar district collapsed after a sudden rise in water following discharge from an overflowing dam. No casualties were reported in the incident.

Rescue teams recover 18 bodies after Gambhira bridge collapse in Gujarat; search for two missing persons continues amid toxic and muddy conditions.

Search operation resumes at Gujarat bridge tragedy site, two still missing

Rescue teams recover 18 bodies after Gambhira bridge collapse in Gujarat; search for two missing persons continues amid toxic and muddy conditions.

The search-and-rescue operation resumed in the Mahisagar river on Friday morning on the third day, as two persons are still missing following the Gambhira bridge tragedy in Gujarat&rsquo;s Vadodara district, officials said.
Several vehicles plunged into the river after a segment of the four-decade-old bridge, connecting Anand and Vadodara districts, collapsed near Gambhira village close to Padra town on Wednesday morning.
The operation resumed on the third day of the Gambhira bridge tragedy, with 18 bodies recovered by Thursday night. Efforts are still underway to trace two more persons, who are missing, Vadodara Collector Anil Dhameliya said.
&ldquo;The primary objective of our operation today is to recover a body trapped under a slab in the river, and the missing driver of a truck stuck in the water,&rdquo; he told mediapersons.
A list of eight missing persons was compiled on Thursday, and the bodies of six of them were recovered, he said.
The operation is being carried out by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and other agencies, with locals joining the efforts.
Dhameliya said that the rescue teams continue to work amid challenges, including muddy terrain, release of soda ash in water and a tanker filled with a highly corrosive substance.
A tanker that fell into the river was carrying sulphuric acid, and care is being made to ensure that it does not leak, he said.
There is a presence of soda ash in the water, which is causing irritation and itching for the rescuers. Attempts are being made to neutralise it, the official said.
Dhameliya said the mud in the river and on its banks has also complicated the rescue operation.
Since some vehicles, including a loaded truck, are still stuck in the muddy waters of the river, the district administration had used a &lsquo;high-performance truck&rsquo; of the Indian Army to pull them out, a government release said earlier.
To overcome the problem of mud, a temporary platform has been prepared on the riverbank for the rescue teams by spreading three truckloads of concrete mix, said the release.
On Thursday, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel suspended four engineers of the state&rsquo;s roads and buildings department in connection with the bridge collapse.
At least six major incidents of bridge collapse have taken place in Gujarat since 2021.
In December 2021, a slab collapsed during the construction of the Mumatpura flyover on the outskirts of Ahmedabad city. Luckily, no one was injured in the incident.
In October 2022, as many as 135 persons were killed when a British-era suspension bridge over the Machchhu river in Morbi town collapsed, when over 200 tourists were on it.
In June 2023, a newly built bridge on the Mindhola river in the Tapi district collapsed. No one was hurt in the accident.
In September 2023, four persons were injured after a portion of an old bridge on the Bhogavo river in Surendranagar district collapsed when a 40-ton dumper was navigating it near Wadhwan city.
In October 2023, two persons sitting in an autorickshaw died after six concrete girders or slabs, which were installed on the pillars of an under-construction bridge near the RTO Circle in Palanpur town of Banaskantha, collapsed.
In August 2024, a small bridge on the Bhogavo river connecting Habiyasar village with Chotila town in Surendranagar district collapsed after a sudden rise in water following discharge from an overflowing dam. No casualties were reported in the incident.&nbsp;

Congress criticized BJP post-bridge collapse in Gujarat, claiming indifference and governance failures, with 13 casualties highlighting the tragic event.

Congress Slams BJP After Gujarat Bridge Collapse Tragedy

After a deadly bridge collapse in Gujarat, Congress accused BJP of neglecting governance for speeches. 13 died, marking another infrastructure tragedy.

Vadodara bridge collapse triggers Congress BJP clash

Congress blamed the BJP for indifference after 13 died in a Gujarat bridge collapse. Warnings were ignored, marking the seventh collapse since 2021.

The Congress launched a strong critique against the BJP on Thursday following a tragic bridge collapse in Gujarat, accusing the ruling party's leadership and government of being indifferent as they focus on delivering speeches and issuing advertisements under the guise of governance.
The opposition party alleged widespread incompetence and corruption under the BJP's rule, predicting that the public would eventually respond to these issues appropriately.
Officials reported that 13 individuals lost their lives when several vehicles plunged into the Mahisagar river after a portion of a 40-year-old bridge collapsed in Vadodara district on Wednesday morning.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge expressed his condolences in a post in Hindi, stating, "Accidents have become a common occurrence in the country. We see a train accident one day, a newly inaugurated bridge developing cracks another day. While the nation is yet to recover from a plane crash, news of a bridge collapse in Gujarat emerges," he said.
He added, "Our deepest condolences go out to the families of the victims."
Kharge highlighted that media reports had indicated three years prior that the bridge was in a "dangerous" state due to "vibrations," yet nothing was done. He noted that this is the seventh bridge collapse in Gujarat since 2021.
"The BJP leadership and government have crossed all bounds of indifference, focusing solely on speeches and advertisements under the name of 'governance' across the country," Kharge criticized.
"This is the result of a leadership crisis, rampant corruption, an inability to govern effectively, and sheer incompetence," he claimed.
Kharge expressed hope that the public is observing these events and will provide a suitable response in due time.
The death toll from the collapse of the bridge over a river in Vadodara district, Gujarat, rose to 13 after the recovery of two more bodies on Thursday, officials said.
The disaster occurred when a slab of the Gambhira-Mujpur bridge, which links central Gujarat to the Saurashtra region, collapsed around 7 am on Wednesday, causing vehicles to fall into the river.
Out of the nine individuals rescued, five sustained injuries and are receiving treatment at SSG Hospital in Vadodara. Fortunately, none of the injured are in critical condition. 
 (Only the headline of this report may have been reworked by Editorji; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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A decades-old bridge collapsed in Gujarat's Vadodara district, killing nine and injuring several. CM Bhupendra Patel orders technical probe into the tragedy.

Bridge collapses in Gujarat's Vadodara district

A decades-old bridge collapsed in Gujarat's Vadodara district, killing nine and injuring several. CM Bhupendra Patel orders technical probe into the tragedy.

Nine persons, including a child, were killed and nine others rescued after a portion of a four-decade-old bridge collapsed in Gujarat's Vadodara district on Wednesday morning, officials said.
A slab of the Gambhira bridge, located on Mahisagar river which connects central Gujarat to the Saurashtra region of the state, collapsed, killing nine persons, Superintendent of Police (Vadodara rural) Rohan Anand said.
The bridge was located near Padra town in the district.
"According to the details available, around nine persons have died and another nine persons have been rescued, out of whom five have been referred to the SSG Hospital in Vadodara. None of the rescued persons is in critical condition. The rescue operation is still going on," Anand said.
He said 10 to 15 metres long slab of the bridge collapsed at around 7.30 am.
Five vehicles -- two trucks, two vans and an autorickshaw -- fell into the river after the bridge collapsed, Vadodara Collector Anil Dhameliya said.
Two other vehicles that came dangerously close to falling were dragged away to a safer location, the collector said.
Three persons on a two-wheeler, which fell into the river, managed to swim to safety, he added.
The nine persons killed in the bridge collapse included a child, Padra police inspector Vijay Charan said.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel Patel expressed grief over the tragedy and said an order has been given to the state's roads and buildings department to conduct a probe into the collapse and submit a report.
In a post on X, he said teams of the state roads and buildings department and private engineers specialising in bridge construction have been instructed to immediately reach the spot and conduct a preliminary investigation into the causes of the collapse and other technical matters, and submit a report.
"The fire brigade team of the local municipality and Vadodara Municipal Corporation are working with boats and swimmers at the accident site as part of the rescue and relief operations. The NDRF team has also reached the scene and joined the rescue operation," the CM said.
Gujarat minister Rushikesh Patel said the bridge was constructed in 1985, and its maintenance was carried out periodically as and when required. "The exact reason behind the incident will be probed," he said.
Visuals showed the entire slab of the bridge between two piers having collapsed. The slab collapse caused the vehicles, which were passing through it, to plunge into the river.
Teams from Vadodara fire department and locals joined the rescue operation, an official said.
The nearly 900-metre-long Gambhira bridge has 23 piers and connects Vadodara and Anand districts of Gujarat. It was inaugurated in 1985.

AAP's triumph in the Gujarat and Punjab bypolls indicates momentum for 2027. Kejriwal foresees surpassing 100 seats and forming the government.

Bypoll victories were semifinals for 2027 assembly polls in Punjab, Gujarat: Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal views recent bypoll success as a prelude to 2027 elections. With strategic victories in Punjab and Gujarat, AAP aims to establish strong governance.

Arvind Kejriwal praises AAP's bypoll success in Punjab and Gujarat, calling it a 'semifinal' for 2027 elections. He's confident about forming governments in both states.

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday termed the Aam Aadmi Party&rsquo;s victories in the Punjab and Gujarat bypolls as a "semifinal" for the 2027 assembly elections, asserting that the party is on track to form the next governments in both states.
Kejriwal was speaking at an event to celebrate the party's twin victories in assembly bypolls held in Visavadar in Gujarat and Ludhiana West in Punjab.
"The bypolls in Gujarat and Punjab were a semifinal and in 2027 assembly polls, we will cross 100 seats in Punjab and form the government," he said.
Kejriwal congratulated Gopal Italia, who won in Gujarat and Sanjeev Arora who emerged victorious from Ludhiana West, and thanked the people for ensuring party's win. &nbsp;"We have been in power in Punjab for the last three years. Leave anti-incumbency, there is pro-incumbency there. We had won 92 seats in 2022 assembly polls and it looks like we will cross 100 seats in 2027," he added. &nbsp;The AAP chief said the Congress top leadership is hand in glove with BJP.
"AAP is fighting against the system. We have come to give clean politics to people. People are fed up of BJP in Gujarat. They did not have an option earlier. Congress is not an option. They see an option in AAP and have hope from the party," he said.
"We will form the government in Gujarat in 2027," Kejriwal said.

AAP’s Gopal Italia won Visavadar, ending BJP’s 18-year drought, while BJP’s Rajendra Chavda claimed a decisive victory in Kadi by over 39,000 votes.

Gujarat assembly bypolls : AAP wins Visavadar, BJP retains Kadi seat

AAP&rsquo;s Gopal Italia won Visavadar, ending BJP&rsquo;s 18-year drought, while BJP&rsquo;s Rajendra Chavda claimed a decisive victory in Kadi by over 39,000 votes.

AAP leader Gopal Italia won the Visavadar seat, while BJP's Rajendra Chavda bagged Kadi seat on Monday, as counting for bypolls to the two constituencies in Gujarat concluded, officials said.
Italia, the former Gujarat president of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), defeated his nearest rival, BJP candidate Kirit Patel, in Visavadar seat of Junagadh district by a margin of 17,554 votes.
While Italia received 75,942 votes, Patel got 58,388 votes after the end of total 21 rounds of counting, as per the data shared by the Election Commission.
BJP leaders earlier said they were hoping to break the 18-year jinx in Visavadar, where the party last tasted victory in 2007.
In Kadi seat of Mehsana district, reserved for the Scheduled Caste candidates, BJP's Rajendra Chavda emerged victorious by a margin of 39,452 votes over Congress' Ramesh Chavda after the end of all 22 rounds of counting.
While Rajendra Chavda received 99,742 votes, former Congress MLA Ramesh Chavda managed to secure 60,290 votes.
The bypolls, held on June 19, witnessed 57.90 per cent voter turnout in Kadi seat and 56.89 per cent in Visavadar constituency, officials said.
The counting of votes started at 8 am on Monday and ended at around 1.30pm, they said.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress and AAP fielded their candidates in both the seats.
The Visavadar seat fell vacant in December 2023 after the then AAP legislator Bhupendra Bhayani resigned and joined the ruling BJP.
The Congress fielded Nitin Ranpariya from Visavadar.
Despite its near-total dominance in the state, the BJP has not won the Visavadar seat since 2007.
In the last assembly election in 2022, AAP's Bhupendra Bhayani defeated BJP's Harshad Ribadiya, a Congress turncoat and former MLA, by 7,063 votes.
The Kadi constituency was lying vacant since February 4 following the death of BJP MLA Karsan Solanki.
In the bypoll, the BJP fielded Rajendra Chavda, while the Congress gave ticket to Ramesh Chavda, who won the seat in 2012 but lost it to BJP's Karsan Solanki in 2017.
Like Visavadar, there was a three-way contest in Kadi also, with the Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP fielding Jagdish Chavda.
In the 182-member Gujarat assembly, the party position following the bypoll results is as follows: BJP 162, Congress 12 and AAP 5. While one seat is with the Samajwadi Party, two are with independents.

An Air India flight AI 171 bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, with 242 people onboard. Casualties feared as rescue efforts continue.

Air India flight crashes during takeoff at Ahmedabad airport

An Air India flight AI 171 bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, with 242 people onboard. Casualties feared as rescue efforts continue.

A London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed in a residential area here minutes after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon. Many people were feared killed.
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft (AI171) could be seen from afar, losing altitude rapidly and crashing in a ball of fire that sent plumes of thick black smoke spiralling up in the air.
The aircraft carrying 232 passengers and 10 crew crashed in Meghaninagar area near the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport around 2 pm.
Meanwhile, Ahmedabad Police issued a list of 25 injured in plane crash in Ahmedabad.
<img src="https://cdn.editorji.com/684acd3250a69_1749732658.png" width="435" height="610">
Additional Chief Secretary of Gujarat Health Department says, "Ahmedabd Civil Hospital students' hostel, staff quarters and other residential areas are located in the area where the plane crashed. About 50 of those injured have been brought to Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad."
The pilot of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner issued a 'Mayday' distress call, denoting a full emergency, soon after takeoff, the Air Traffic Control at Ahmedabad said.
Former Gujarat chief minister and BJP leader Vijay Rupani was reported to be among the 230 passengers and 12 crew members on the doomed flight from Ahmedabad to London&rsquo;s Gatwick airport.
The plane crashed into the residential quarters of BJ Medical College doctors in Ahmedabad&rsquo;s Meghaninagar area shortly after take-off, according to eyewitnesses. The crash reportedly caused significant damage to buildings in the complex.
Aviation sources said the aircraft climbed just about 600-800 feet before it plummeted to the ground.
Eyewitness Haresh Shah told PTI that the aircraft was flying unusually low before crashing into the multi-storey residential blocks.
&ldquo;There are several five-floor buildings which serve as residential quarters. Many people in those apartments were injured as the buildings also caught fire,&rdquo; Shah said.
Another witness noted that the impact also led to several parked cars and vehicles catching fire.
While injuries have been reported by those present at the scene, there is no official confirmation yet regarding casualties among residents.
The residential complex is located close to the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.
Many of those injured were taken to the city civil hospital nearby.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, asking them to go to Ahmedabad and ensure all possible assistance to those affected in the tragedy, sources said.
Visuals from the area showed mangled metal of the wreckage, snarls of tangled wire and smoke rising from the charred remnants.
The ill-fated flight was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal along with First Officer Clive Kundar. While Sabharwal has 8,200 hours of flying experience, Kundar 1,100 hours, the DGCA said in a statement.
Immediately after departure from Runway 23, the aircraft fell on the ground outside the airport perimeter, it said.
There were 169 Indians, 53 British, one Canadian and seven Portuguese nationals onboard the ill-fated Air India flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, which crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
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Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off. The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are&hellip;
&mdash; Air India (@airindia) <a href="https://twitter.com/airindia/status/1933100970399166759?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members onboard the Boeing 787-8 aircraft, Air India said in a statement on social media platform 'X'.
"Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals," it said.
The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals, the airline said.
"We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information," it said.
Air India also said that it is giving its full cooperation to the authorities investigating the incident.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Air India changed its profile picture on X to black after the plane crash.
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In addition to the dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444, we have added another hotline number for foreign nationals +91 8062779200 : Air India
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UPDATE: In addition to the dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444, we have added another hotline number for foreign nationals +91 8062779200. Air India requests media persons not to call the dedicated passenger hotline number.
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UK PM Keir Starmer also reacted on the horrific plane crash, saying "I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with the passengers and their families at this deeply distressing time", on X.
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The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating. I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with the passengers and their families at this deeply distressing time.
&mdash; Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) <a href="https://twitter.com/Keir_Starmer/status/1933108640002588855?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Expressing his profound sorrow, Air India chairperson N Chandrasekaran said an emergency centre has been activated and support teams set up for families seeking information.
&ldquo;Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event. At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families.
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With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event. At this moment, our&hellip;
&mdash; Tata Group (@TataCompanies) <a href="https://twitter.com/TataCompanies/status/1933091363874086933?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted. Further updates will be shared as we receive more verified information,&rdquo; he said in a post on X.
Emergency responders reached the site promptly and have launched intensive rescue, evacuation, and firefighting operations.
Thursday&rsquo;s tragedy is the second air disaster in Gujarat&rsquo;s principal city.
On October 19, 1988, an Indian Airlines plane crashed in its final approach to the Ahmedabad airport, killing 130 people.
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A London-bound Air India flight with 242 onboard crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Top leaders express sorrow as rescue efforts continue.

Air India Crash: PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi among leaders express shock over Ahmedabad tragedy

A London-bound Air India flight with 242 onboard crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Top leaders express sorrow as rescue efforts continue.

A London-bound Air India flight carrying 242 people crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad&rsquo;s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon.&nbsp;
The Boeing aircraft crashed in the Meghaninagar area near the airport around 2 PM. Several casualties are feared. Leaders across the political spectrum reacted to the incident, expressing concern, condolences, and calls for rescue efforts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was &ldquo;stunned and saddened&rdquo; by the incident. &ldquo;It is heartbreaking beyond words,&rdquo; he stated, adding that he was in constant touch with ministers and officials overseeing the response.
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The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1933110947553681853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah said he spoke with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi, and Ahmedabad Police Commissioner to assess the situation.&nbsp;
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Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Disaster response forces have been quickly rushed to the crash site. Spoke with the Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi, and Commissioner of Police Ahmedabad to assess the&hellip;
&mdash; Amit Shah (@AmitShah) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmitShah/status/1933102380242882832?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Disaster response forces have been quickly rushed to the crash site. Spoke with the Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi, and Commissioner of Police Ahmedabad to assess the situation,&rdquo; Shah posted on X.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his shock over the tragic crash.
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Deeply anguished by the news of tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the passengers and the crew.
&mdash; Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/rajnathsingh/status/1933106705908261195?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"Disaster response forces are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of all affected", said Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on X.
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Shocked and devastated to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Disaster response forces are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of all affected. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone on board and their families.
&mdash; Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) <a href="https://twitter.com/nitin_gadkari/status/1933107330842796283?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Foreign Minister S Jaishankar too expressed his sadness over the incident.
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अहमदाबाद में हुए विमान दुर्घटना के बारे में जानकर गहरा आघात पहुँचा। हमारी प्रार्थनाएँ यात्रियों और उनके परिवारों के साथ हैं। અમદાવાદમાં થયેલ વિમાન દુર્ઘટના અંગે દુ:ખની લાગણી અનુભવું છું. અમારી ઉંડી સંવેદના પેસેન્જર અને તેમના પરિવાર સાથે છે <a href="https://t.co/KBqZb7Heb0">https://t.co/KBqZb7Heb0</a>
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Distressed on hearing about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. My prayers for all families and friends of those on board the flight.
&mdash; Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) <a href="https://twitter.com/nsitharaman/status/1933104586581029253?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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My prayers for all families and friends of those on board the flight," Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in a post on social media platform X.
Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, too, expressed grief at the tragic accident.
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Extremely shocked and saddened by the news of the flight crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all those on board and their families. 🙏
&mdash; Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) <a href="https://twitter.com/JM_Scindia/status/1933091834516889751?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
 
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"Extremely shocked and saddened by the news of the flight crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all those on board and their families," said Scindia, also former Civil Aviation Minister.
Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Labour and Employment, said the news of the plane crash was shocking.
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अहमदाबाद विमान हादसे की जानकारी से हृदय स्तब्ध है। जिन परिवारों ने अपनों को खोया है, उस पीड़ा की कल्पना भी असहनीय है। ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्माओं को शांति दें और परिजनों को इस दुख की घड़ी में संबल प्रदान करें। ॐ शांति
&mdash; Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) <a href="https://twitter.com/mansukhmandviya/status/1933107941617684797?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"The pain of the families who have lost their loved ones is unbearable to even imagine. May God give peace to the departed souls and give strength to the family members in this hour of grief," he said.
Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said he was deeply saddened by the tragic flight crash.
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Deeply saddened by the tragic flight crash in Ahmedabad. Praying for the safety of all passengers and crew onboard. Thoughts are with families affected.
&mdash; Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) <a href="https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1933114286357749987?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi termed the Ahmedabad Air India crash &ldquo;heartbreaking&rdquo; and said the pain and anxiety of the families is unimaginable.&nbsp;
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The Ahmedabad Air India crash is heartbreaking. The pain and anxiety the families of the passengers and crew must be feeling is unimaginable. My thoughts are with each one of them in this incredibly difficult moment. Urgent rescue and relief efforts by the administration are&hellip;
&mdash; Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) <a href="https://twitter.com/RahulGandhi/status/1933115955661693069?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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He urged swift rescue efforts, stating, &ldquo;Every life matters, every second counts,&rdquo; and called on Congress workers to help on the ground.
The Congress party has also expressed shock and grief over the tragedy that struck an Air India flight from Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff, and said that party workers have been directed to assist in rescue and relief measures.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said he is shocked at the plane crash tragedy and that it is heart-wrenching to see the horrific visuals.&nbsp;
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Absolutely shocked to know about the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat where several passengers and crew members were on board. It&rsquo;s heart-wrenching to see the horrific visuals. Our heartfelt sympathies, thoughts and prayers with the families of the&hellip;
&mdash; Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) <a href="https://twitter.com/kharge/status/1933107001254715667?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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He also expressed condolences to families of those who died in the crash and urged party workers to provide all support to the victims and their loved ones.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma posted, &ldquo;Deeply concerned by reports of an Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad. Praying for the safety and well-being of all passengers and crew members.&rdquo;
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Deeply concerned by reports of an Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad. Praying for the safety and well-being of all passengers and crew members. 🙏
&mdash; Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) <a href="https://twitter.com/himantabiswa/status/1933086553603211730?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep sorrow over the crash of a London-bound Air India plane.
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अहमदाबाद में हुआ विमान हादसा अत्यंत दुःखद और हृदयविदारक है। एयर इंडिया के विमान हादसे की इस खबर से मैं अत्यंत मर्माहत हूँ। शोक की इस घड़ी में मेरी संवेदनाएं सभी प्रभावित परिवारों के साथ हैं।
&mdash; Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) <a href="https://twitter.com/NitishKumar/status/1933114857563578677?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
 
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta called the incident &ldquo;extremely painful and shocking.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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अहमदाबाद में एयर इंडिया के विमान के दुर्घटनाग्रस्त होने का समाचार अत्यंत पीड़ादायक और स्तब्ध कर देने वाला है। मैं सभी यात्रियों एवं उनके परिजनों के प्रति गहरी संवेदना व्यक्त करती हूँ। ईश्वर से प्रार्थना है कि सभी यात्री सकुशल हों और घायल लोगों को शीघ्र स्वास्थ्य लाभ मिले। इस&hellip;
&mdash; Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) <a href="https://twitter.com/gupta_rekha/status/1933101657103225341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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In a post in Hindi on X, she said, &ldquo;The news of Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad is extremely painful and shocking. I express my deepest condolences to all the passengers and their families. I pray to God for the safety of all passengers and for the speedy recovery of the injured. In this difficult time, we stand with full sensitivity with all the affected families.&rdquo;
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said he was in deep sorrow over the crash of Air India flight AI171, which was en route to London from Ahmedabad.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Ahmedabad Plane Crash | Lucknow: UP CM Yogi Adityanath says, "A tragic accident has occurred in Ahmedabad. A plane has crashed. It was on its way to London. A lot of passengers have lost their lives. I pray for the safety of the passengers... My condolences to the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/robQt1WQsh">pic.twitter.com/robQt1WQsh</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1933105428713668790?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The chief minister extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the accident, calling the incident "extremely distressing."
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin posted, &ldquo;Deeply shocked by the horrifying crash of Air India Flight AI171 in Ahmedabad with 242 people on board. My thoughts are with everyone affected and the families of those on board. Hoping every possible effort is underway for rescue and relief.&rdquo;
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Deeply shocked by the horrifying crash of Air India Flight AI171 in Ahmedabad with 242 people on board. My thoughts are with everyone affected and the families of those on board. Hoping every possible effort is underway for rescue and relief.
&mdash; M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) <a href="https://twitter.com/mkstalin/status/1933103074991800649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated, &ldquo;Pained and shocked to know about Air India passenger flight incident at Ahmedabad airport. Praying for everyone's safety.&rdquo;
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Pained and shocked to know about Air India passenger flight incident at Ahmedabad airport. Praying for everyone&rsquo;s safety 🙏
&mdash; Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dev_Fadnavis/status/1933092931889697190?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray wrote, &ldquo;Praying for the safety of survivors and for the families of everyone on that plane. Let's hope and pray for them all.&rdquo;
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Shocked, saddened to hear about the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Praying for safety of survivors and for the families of everyone on that plane. Let&rsquo;s hope and pray for them all.
&mdash; Aaditya Thackeray (@AUThackeray) <a href="https://twitter.com/AUThackeray/status/1933094201857540302?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah wrote, &ldquo;Deeply shocked to learn that an Air India flight with over 200 passengers has met with an accident in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This is a deeply distressing development. Praying for everyone's safety and hoping that all those affected receive timely help and care.&rdquo;
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Deeply shocked to learn that an Air India flight with over 200 passengers has met with an accident in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This is a deeply distressing development. Praying for everyone's safety and hoping that all those affected receive timely help and care.&hellip;
&mdash; Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) <a href="https://twitter.com/siddaramaiah/status/1933098114656657819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav called for clarity over the incident.&nbsp;
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अहमदाबाद प्लेन क्रैश की दुर्घटना का तुंरत स्पष्टीकरण आए जिससे आशंकाओं का उन्मूलन हो सके। यात्रियों और क्रू के सदस्यों, सभी के लिए प्रार्थनाएं। सर्वोच्च स्तरीय बचाव, राहत और उपचार उपलब्ध कराया जाए।
&mdash; Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/yadavakhilesh/status/1933089373396079030?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&ldquo;There should be immediate clarification regarding the Ahmedabad plane crash so that all the doubts can be eliminated,&rdquo; he posted in Hindi. &ldquo;Prayers for all passengers and crew members. Highest level rescue, relief and treatment should be provided.&rdquo;
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini called the plane crash in Ahmedabad "sad and painful" and prayed for the safety of all the passengers onboard.
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अहमदाबाद में हुए एयर इंडिया के दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण विमान हादसे की खबर दुखद और पीड़ादायक है। मैं यात्रियों व विमान स्टाफ की कुशलता के लिए ईश्वर से प्रार्थना करता हूँ।
&mdash; Nayab Saini (@NayabSainiBJP) <a href="https://twitter.com/NayabSainiBJP/status/1933095935384727926?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Ahmedabad Police confirmed that emergency responders were promptly deployed to the crash site and that rescue, evacuation, and firefighting operations were underway. Further updates on casualties and the cause of the crash are awaited.

A 3.4 magnitude tremor struck Kutch, Gujarat near Bhachau. No damage or casualties were reported. Kutch, a high-risk seismic zone, frequently experiences such events.

Mild Tremor Strikes Kutch, Gujarat: No Damage

A 3.4 magnitude tremor struck near Bhachau in Kutch, Gujarat. Fortunately, no casualties or damage were reported. This area falls in a very high-risk seismic zone, with a history of major earthquakes.

A 3.4 magnitude tremor struck Kutch

A 3.4 magnitude tremor was recorded near Bhachau in Kutch, Gujarat. No casualties or damage reported. Kutch is a high-risk seismic area with a history of severe quakes, including the deadly 2001 disaster.

A 3.4 magnitude tremor hit Kutch district of Gujarat on Wednesday evening, the Institute of Seismological Research (ISR) said.
No casualty or damage to property was reported due to it, a district disaster response official said.
The 3.4 magnitude tremor was recorded at 6.55 pm with its epicentre 12 km north-north east (NNE) from Bhachau in the district, the Gandhinagar-based ISR said in its update.
District authorities said no damage to property or loss of life was reported.
Kutch district is located in a "very high risk" seismic zone, and earthquakes of lower intensity occur regularly there.
The 2001 earthquake in the district was the third largest and second most destructive in India over the last two centuries. A large number of towns and villages in the district suffered almost complete destruction, killing around 13,800 people and leaving 167,000 injured.

Seven airports in Gujarat resume operations after military tensions with Pakistan ease. Includes key airports in Kutch. Reopening follows an agreement between India and Pakistan to cease hostilities.

Gujarat Airports Resume After Tensions Ease

Seven airports in Gujarat, including key ones in Kutch, resume civilian operations after tensions with Pakistan ease. Closure came after May 9 amid rising conflict but now reopen following a ceasefire.

Seven airports in Gujarat resume operations

Seven Gujarat airports, including key ones in Kutch, resume civilian operations after tensions with Pakistan ease. Previously closed as a precaution on May 9, they reopen after a ceasefire agreement.

Seven airports in Gujarat including three in the border district of Kutch reopened for civilian flights from Monday morning, officials said.
The international airport at Rajkot and airports at Porbandar, Jamnagar, Keshod (Junagadh district) and Bhuj, Mundra and Kandla (Kutch district) had been closed for civilian aircraft on May 9 due to the military conflict with Pakistan.
A senior official at the Rajkot airport said it reopened from 10:20 am.
"Following the Airport Authority of India's announcement, Bhuj, Mundra and Kandla airports in Kutch are now open," said director of the Bhuj airport, Navneet Kumar Gupta.
Jamnagar airport director D K Singh also confirmed the reopening.
On May 9, thirty-two airports across northern and western parts of the country were closed.
On Saturday, India and Pakistan reached an understanding to stop all firings and military actions with immediate effect.

A trainee pilot died in an aircraft crash in Amreli, Gujarat, after a trainer plane hit a tree and caught fire. No additional injuries were reported. Local police are investigating the cause of the crash.

Fatal Trainer Aircraft Crash in Gujarat

In Amreli, Gujarat, a trainee pilot lost his life after an aircraft crash that caused a fire in a residential area. The plane, owned by a Delhi aviation academy, was completely destroyed. Local police and fire services responded promptly, preventing further injuries.

Trainer aircraft crashes in Amreli, pilot dies

A trainee pilot died in Amreli, Gujarat, after a trainer aircraft crashed into a residential area, hitting a tree before catching fire. The plane was destroyed but no residents were injured.

A trainee pilot was killed when a trainer aircraft belonging to a private aviation academy crashed in a residential area in Gujarat's Amreli district on Tuesday afternoon and caught fire, a police official said.
The plane fell on a tree before crashing into an open plot.
The aircraft crash-landed into a residential area in the Giriya Road area of Amreli town at around 12:30 pm due to unknown reasons, killing the trainee pilot on the spot, said Amreli Superintendent of Police, Sanjay Kharat.
The pilot was flying solo. The aircraft had taken off from the Amreli airport, he added.
After it crashed near Shastri Nagar area, the plane caught fire and engulfed in flames, said Kharat.
"After taking off from the Amreli airport with a male trainee pilot, the trainer aircraft of an aviation academy, which operates from the airport, crashed into a residential area. The trainee pilot, who was flying solo, died in the crash while the aircraft was gutted in flames. No one else was injured in the accident," said Kharat.
He said a Delhi-based aviation academy provides pilot training from the Amreli airport.
The SP said local police have started the process to lodge a case of accidental death and investigation to find out the exact cause of the crash.
Four teams of local fire brigade rushed to Shastrinagar upon learning about the plane crash and resultant fire in the aircraft, said fire officer SC Gadhvi.
"Though the plane crashed into a residential area, no one else was injured because it first fell on a tree and then crashed into an open plot. The fire was eventually brought under control by our teams" he said.

Congress will contest Gujarat by-elections without AAP alliance, following AAP's independent candidate announcement for Visavadar, yet remains aligned nationally with the INDIA bloc.

Congress Goes Solo in Gujarat Bypolls

Congress parts ways with AAP for Gujarat bypolls due to preemptive candidate announcement, while maintaining INDIA bloc unity at the national level.

Congress will contest Gujarat by-elections without AAP alliance 

Congress opts to contest Gujarat by-elections solo after AAP's independent candidate announcement, maintaining national INDIA bloc alignment.

The opposition Congress on Friday announced that it would not enter into an alliance with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and will go it alone in the upcoming bypolls to two assembly constituencies in Gujarat.
After the party's political affairs committee meeting, Gujarat Congress president Shaktisinh Gohil said the party has decided to stay away from the AAP for the by-elections because the Arvind Kejriwal-led party already declared its candidate for the Visavadar seat without consulting it.
He, however, stressed that both parties will remain part of the INDIA bloc at the national level despite Congress' stance in Gujarat.
Gohil hinted that the AAP failed to fulfil the "gathbandhan dharma" by declaring its candidate for the Visavadar seat despite being part of the INDIA bloc.
While the Election Commission is yet to announce dates for the bypolls, the AAP last month declared party leader Gopal Italia as its candidate for the Visavadar seat.
Gohil said, "A detailed discussion was held about the upcoming bypolls in our political affairs committee meeting. Every alliance has some principles. The AAP has already declared its candidate for Visavadar without consulting us. We are part of the INDIA bloc. But, state party units are free to make their own decisions." The Congress leader claimed the party lost the Haryana assembly polls because the AAP had refused to accept its offer on some seats and decided to field its candidates.
He pointed out that the Congress had vacated the Bharuch and Bhavnagar seats for the AAP during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
"Hence, we have unanimously decided to go solo in the upcoming bypolls. It is also a fact that Gujarat voters never accepted a third force. Despite the damage caused by the AAP, the Congress is still the largest opposition party here. In people's interest, Congress will field its candidates on these seats," Gohil said.
The Visavadar seat in Junagadh district has been lying vacant since December 2023 when the then AAP MLA Bhupendra Bhayani resigned and joined the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while the Kadi seat in Mehsana, a constituency reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates, has been vacant since February 4 after the death of BJP MLA Karsan Solanki.

On World Wildlife Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a safari in Gir National Park, reaffirming India's commitment to wildlife conservation. Gujarat continues efforts to protect Asiatic lions and biodiversity through various initiatives.

PM Modi embarks on Lion Safari at Gir National Park on World Wildlife Day

On World Wildlife Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a safari in Gir National Park, reaffirming India's commitment to wildlife conservation. Gujarat continues efforts to protect Asiatic lions and biodiversity through various initiatives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated World Wildlife Day by taking a lion safari in Gujarat&rsquo;s Gir National Park.&nbsp;
Dressed in a safari outfit and equipped with a camera, he captured glimpses of the region&rsquo;s iconic Asiatic lions.
Extending his wishes on the occasion, PM Modi stated, "Today, on World Wildlife Day, let's reiterate our commitment to protect and preserve the incredible biodiversity of our planet. Every species plays a vital role&mdash;let's safeguard their future for generations to come! We also take pride in India's contributions towards preserving and protecting wildlife."
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Today, on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WorldWildlifeDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WorldWildlifeDay</a>, let&rsquo;s reiterate our commitment to protect and preserve the incredible biodiversity of our planet. Every species plays a vital role&mdash;let&rsquo;s safeguard their future for generations to come! We also take pride in India&rsquo;s contributions towards preserving&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/qtZdJlXskA">pic.twitter.com/qtZdJlXskA</a>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1896391725708403019?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Asiatic lions currently inhabit approximately 30,000 square kilometers across 53 talukas in nine districts of Gujarat. The state government has implemented several conservation initiatives to protect these majestic creatures and other wildlife species.&nbsp;
As part of a national effort, a National Referral Center for Wildlife is being set up on over 20.24 hectares of land in New Pipalya, Junagadh district. Additionally, a high-tech wildlife monitoring center and a state-of-the-art hospital have been established in Sasan to strengthen conservation efforts.
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This morning, on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WorldWildlifeDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WorldWildlifeDay</a>, I went on a Safari in Gir, which, as we all know, is home to the majestic Asiatic Lion. Coming to Gir also brings back many memories of the work we collectively did when I was serving as Gujarat CM. In the last many years, collective efforts&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/S8XMmn2zN7">pic.twitter.com/S8XMmn2zN7</a>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1896443509630263439?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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In 2024, 237 new beat guards (162 men and 75 women) were recruited in Gir to patrol protected areas and ensure the safety of lion habitats. Gujarat's conservation efforts for Asiatic lions have been significantly shaped by the initiatives of Narendra Modi during his tenure as the state's Chief Minister.&nbsp;
In 2007, he personally visited the Gir forest to assess ground realities and spearheaded transformative projects for the holistic development of the region, lion conservation, and biodiversity preservation.
The concept of Bruhad Gir, introduced by Modi, expanded conservation beyond the Gir National Park to cover a vast 30,000 sq. km area from Barda to Botad, where Asiatic lions are found. This initiative not only ensured the protection of wildlife but also focused on the welfare and progress of local communities.
World Wildlife Day, observed annually on March 3, was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013 to raise awareness about the world's wild fauna and flora.
On this occasion, PM Modi reaffirmed India&rsquo;s commitment to wildlife conservation, stating, "Every species plays a vital role&mdash;let's safeguard their future for generations to come!"

Gujarat forms a committee to explore implementing a Uniform Civil Code, seeking a common legal framework to replace religion-based personal laws. Chaired by Justice Ranjana Desai, the committee will provide crucial insights to guide legal reforms.

 Gujarat Govt forms panel to assess Uniform Civil Code, report expected in 45 days

Gujarat's new committee explores the Uniform Civil Code, aiming for a unified legal framework beyond religion-based laws. Led by Justice Ranjana Desai, its findings may significantly impact state legal reforms and align with national discourse.

Gujarat advances UCC via a committee led by Justice Desai, exploring a unified legal framework. Findings expected shortly.

The Gujarat government has constituted a five-member committee led by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai to evaluate the need for a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state and draft a proposed bill. The panel will submit its report within 45 days.
&nbsp; In a major step toward implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the Gujarat government on Tuesday announced the formation of a high-level committee to assess its feasibility and draft a bill for its introduction.
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<li>The five-member panel, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai, includes retired IAS officer CL Meena, advocate RC Kodekar, educationist Daxesh Thakar, and social worker Gita Shroff.</li>
<li>The committee will present its report within 45 days, after which the state government will decide on its implementation.</li>
<li>Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel emphasized that the panel&rsquo;s findings would help shape legal reforms aimed at bringing uniformity in personal laws across different communities.</li>
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The move aligns with the BJP-led government&rsquo;s broader push for UCC, which aims to replace religion-based personal laws with a common legal framework for all citizens.

The Gujarat government has formed a 5-member committee, led by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai, to draft the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The committee will submit its report within 45 days.

Gujarat government forms 5-member committee to prepare draft for Uniform Civil Code

The Gujarat government has formed a 5-member committee, led by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai, to draft the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The committee will submit its report within 45 days.

The Gujarat government on Tuesday announced the formation of a 5-member committee to draft and create the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), chaired by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel says, "To prepare the draft for Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and make the law, a 5-member committee under the chairmanship of retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai has been constituted. The committee will submit its report to the state&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/UbVRSL1lfx">pic.twitter.com/UbVRSL1lfx</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1886670799492538827?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 4, 2025</a></blockquote>
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"To prepare the draft for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and create the law, a 5-member committee under the chairmanship of retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai has been constituted. The committee will submit its report to the state government in 45 days, based on which the government will take a decision," CM Bhupendra Patel said during a press conference.
Patel emphasized that the Constitution of India is meant to guide citizens in fulfilling their duties.&nbsp;
"Under the leadership of Modi Ji, this year, we are celebrating 75 years of the Constitution. His goal is to implement the Common Civil Code nationwide so that everyone gets equal rights," he added. Referring to key actions like the revocation of Article 370 and the ban on Triple Talaq, Patel pointed out, "Promises made regarding the abrogation of Article 370, One Nation One Election, and Triple Talaq are being fulfilled."&nbsp;
He further stated, "In the same direction, Gujarat is continuously working to fulfill Modi Ji's resolve. The government is working to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all."
Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi elaborated on the committee, stating that it will take all aspects into account when preparing the report.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Gandhinagar: Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi says, "Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendrabhai Patel has formed UCC (Uniform Civil Code) committee. It will be headed by former Supreme Court judge, Justice (retd) Ranjana Desai, retired senior IAS officer CL Meena,&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/iw2gPhwr1Z">pic.twitter.com/iw2gPhwr1Z</a>
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"Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendrabhai Patel has formed the UCC (Uniform Civil Code) committee. It will be headed by former Supreme Court judge, Justice (retd) Ranjana Desai, retired senior IAS officer CL Meena, Advocate RC Kodekar, former Vice Chancellor Dakshesh Thakar, and social worker Gita Shroff. The Chief Minister has directed this committee to do detailed research on it in the next 45 days and present a report to the government," Sanghavi said.
Earlier this month, Uttarakhand became the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).&nbsp;
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had spoken about the Secular Civil Code in his Independence Day speech last year, stating, "There was a long discussion there. After the debate, it was decided that it would be better if the government that gets elected takes a decision on this and implements UCC in the country... The Supreme Court has also said many times that UCC should be brought into the country... Keeping in mind the spirit of the Constitution and the makers of the Constitution, we are working with full force for a Secular Civil Code."

The Coldplay concert in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium set new records with over 2.5 lakh attendees. The event showcased Gujarat's growing reputation for hosting global events & was supported by impeccable coordination from local authorities.

Coldplay concert in Ahmedabad breaks records, boosts tourism and economy

The Coldplay concert in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium set new records with over 2.5 lakh attendees. The event showcased Gujarat's growing reputation for hosting global events and was supported by impeccable coordination from local authorities.

Ahmedabad made history on January 25 and 26, 2025, when Coldplay performed for a record-breaking crowd of 2.5 lakh people at the Narendra Modi Stadium.&nbsp;
This event, which sold 1.3 lakh tickets, was India&rsquo;s largest-ever concert and marked a significant milestone for the live concert industry. People from across the country and beyond traveled to witness this spectacular show, contributing to a surge in tourism and local economy.&nbsp;
The event was a result of impeccable coordination between the Gujarat government, local authorities, and concert organizers.
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the Gujarat government provided crucial support to ensure a smooth and successful event. They ensured top-tier security, seamless traffic management, and efficient transportation for attendees. Local authorities, including the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and police, played an integral role in maintaining the event&rsquo;s logistics and safety.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Bhubaneswar | At Utkarsh Odisha &ndash; Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, PM Narendra Modi says, "You must have seen fabulous pictures of Coldplay concert organised in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. It shows that India has a massive scope for live concerts. Big artists from around the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/Gw9UMZ8EV2">pic.twitter.com/Gw9UMZ8EV2</a>
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the importance of the concert, saying, "You must have seen fabulous pictures of the Coldplay concert organised in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. It shows that India has a massive scope for live concerts. Big artists from around the world are attracted towards India... I expect the state and the private sector to focus on needed infrastructure and skills."
This event adds to Gujarat&rsquo;s growing reputation as a prime hub for international events, which already includes successful hosting of the G-20 Summit and the Cricket World Cup in 2023.&nbsp;
CM Bhupendra Patel stated, "Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Gujarat has successfully hosted major international events such as the G-20 Summit and the Cricket World Cup in 2023. With world-class infrastructure in place, the state continues to attract global events. The success of Coldplay's concert only reinforces Gujarat's standing as a top destination for international gatherings."
In addition to the concert&rsquo;s success, Ahmedabad&rsquo;s metro saw an incredible spike in ridership. Over two days, the metro recorded 4,05,264 passengers, surpassing numbers from other major sporting events. The concert generated Rs 66 lakh in metro revenue, exceeding figures from the 2023 Cricket World Cup and IPL events.
The concert&rsquo;s security and logistical efforts were noteworthy, with more than 1,800 police personnel deployed to ensure a safe experience.&nbsp;
To maintain security, the venue was monitored using advanced CCTV systems, and two dedicated control rooms were established.&nbsp;
Waste management was also handled efficiently, with over 1,500 tons of waste cleared within 48 hours, thanks to 492 sanitation workers, 14 JCB machines, and 27 trucks.
The Coldplay concert also provided a significant economic boost to the local economy, with over 900 flights arriving at Ahmedabad International Airport in just three days. Visitors from across the country and the world not only attended the concert but also explored the city's cultural landmarks.&nbsp;
This influx of visitors benefitted local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and street vendors.
Coldplay&rsquo;s India leg of the Music of the Spheres tour started on January 16, 2025. Their final show at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Republic Day was a spectacular conclusion.&nbsp;
Chris Martin paid a heartfelt tribute to India during the performance, singing songs like "Vande Mataram" and "Maa Tujhhe Salaam," which deeply resonated with the crowd.
He ended with a salute to India, offering his Republic Day wishes.&nbsp;
In a fun moment during the concert, Martin also dedicated a song to Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, joking about Bumrah&rsquo;s outstanding performance against England.
The concert was streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar, allowing millions of fans to witness the event. Chris Martin concluded the concert by thanking the lively crowd and expressing his admiration for India.

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