Ahmedabad, April 28 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Tuesday claimed that funds were brought from outside the state to mislead farmers during the local self-government elections, while addressing a ‘Vijay Utsav’ programme organised by the BJP to mark its electoral performance across the state.​

The event was held after the declaration of results, during which the BJP secured a strong position across multiple municipal corporations, municipalities, and local bodies in different regions of the state.​

Party leaders and workers gathered at the celebration programme as part of post-election victory events held in various districts.​

Addressing party workers, Sanghavi said the elections reflected widespread support for the BJP across Gujarat.​

“Today, the BJP has secured victory in every corner of Gujarat. Victories have been achieved from different wards,” he said, adding that party workers had played a decisive role in the outcome.​

He said the party’s presence had strengthened across all regions of the state, including North Gujarat, South Gujarat, Central Gujarat and Saurashtra.​

“Saffron has been waved in every corner of Gujarat,” he said.​

Sanghavi described the BJP’s relationship with the electorate as a broad-based social bond. “The BJP and the citizens together form the world’s largest family,” he said, adding that the victory reflected collective effort rather than individual achievement.​

“Today’s victory is not just the victory of BJP workers, it is the victory of all the citizens of Gujarat,” he said.​

Referring to the campaign and candidate selection process, he said the party had fielded individuals from diverse backgrounds across constituencies.​

He cited the inclusion of professionals and community representatives, stating that candidates included doctors, engineers and social leaders, alongside individuals from various occupations.​

“Even a bangle seller and a rickshaw driver were given tickets,” he said.​

Sanghavi also commended party workers for their sustained organisational efforts during the campaign period.​

“No matter how severe the heat or any situation, the workers remain firmly on the ground. You all have worked day and night to achieve this victory,” he said.​

He further reiterated his allegation regarding external influence during the electoral period, claiming that attempts were made to disturb rural sentiment.​

“On one side, farmers of my state were facing difficulties, and funds were brought from outside the state to mislead the farmers of my state,” he said.​

The Deputy Chief Minister said the results demonstrated continued public support for the party’s organisational structure and grassroots governance approach.​

He also urged party workers to maintain close engagement with citizens and continue addressing local concerns.​

The Vijay Utsav programme was organised after the conclusion of counting in Gujarat’s local self-government elections, during which the BJP recorded a strong showing across several regions.​

–IANS

mys/dan

​