Prime Minister Modi to review Gujarat ministers' performance in upcoming visit
Four ministers may face removal as the Prime Minister reviews reports on performance and controversies during a visit to Gandhinagar.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold individual meetings with all 24 ministers, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi during a visit to Gujarat, according to Bhaskar English. The Prime Minister is scheduled to arrive on the evening of November 13 and stay at Raj Bhavan in Gandhinagar.
The visit follows the cancellation of a planned temple visit to Ambaji on November 14 due to the Labh Pancham festival. Sources suggest the Prime Minister will review reports regarding ministers' performance, complaints, and controversies. This review has reportedly caused concern within the government.
Four ministers are reportedly facing scrutiny, though no official decision has been announced. Sources indicate that the Prime Minister may consider changes in the state government to address public dissatisfaction regarding issues such as crime, inflation, and corruption.
The discussions are also expected to include preparations for the 2027 Assembly election. Following a possible reshuffle of the Gujarat Council of Ministers, sources suggest major changes could be considered in Delhi on November 15.
The Gujarat Council of Ministers includes Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, eight Cabinet ministers, and 16 Ministers of State. The Prime Minister is expected to instruct ministers to improve performance and ensure people's grievances are addressed.