New Delhi, Oct 19 — Gujarat Chief Minister, Bhupendra Patel, on Monday met Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, in New Delhi and said he had received guidance on improving the lives of the state’s poor, young people, farmers and women, and creating new opportunities for them. He also reiterated his government’s commitment to the goal of 'Developed Gujarat – Developed India'.
In a post on social media platform X following the meeting, Patel said the discussions focussed on bringing happiness and prosperity to these sections of society. “Today, I had the privilege of meeting the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi,” Patel said.
“During this meeting, I received his guidance and valuable advice on bringing happiness and prosperity to the lives of the state’s poor, youth, farmers and women, and creating new opportunities for them,” he added.
Patel said the meeting had reaffirmed the commitment to realising the vision of a developed Gujarat contributing to a developed India.
He added that "meeting the Prime Minister always brought a renewed sense of energy and enthusiasm".
The meeting comes ahead of the National Unity Day celebrations scheduled for October 31 at Ekta Nagar in Narmada district, marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
The Chief Minister visited Ekta Nagar on October 17 to review preparations for the celebrations and launch Ekta Prakash Parv-2026.
During the visit, Chief Minister Patel held a review meeting with officials at Arogya Van and inspected the main parade venue and arrangements for visitors, according to reports.
The annual National Unity Day event is held at the Statue of Unity, the 182-metre monument dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The site has become a major tourism destination in Gujarat.
On October 31, the Prime Minister is expected to pay tribute at the Statue of Unity before attending the National Unity Day celebrations.