Anandiben Patel

Imran Khan using Modi’s words, it’s matter of pride: Anandiben Patel

She was responding to Pakistan’s Prime Minister-elect Imran Khan, who said “If India takes one step towards us, we will take two steps toward them”.

Women in cities believe breastfeeding will spoil their figure: MP Governor Anandiben Patel

Stressing on the need of a balanced diet required for the well being of the newborn and the mother, she said, "If the children are bottle-fed then their fate will also be shattered the way a bottle does."

MP Governor tells colleges to observe yoga day, send photos, videos as ‘proof’

Congress has criticised Patel’s directives. “Has she shown the same alacrity in seeking reports about matters concerning education,’’ asked Congress spokesman Manak Agrawal.

Madhya Pradesh Governor stirs row, advises BJP workers to adopt needy children for votes

Reacting strongly to Patels' remarks, the Congress accused the Madhya Pradesh Governor of misusing her constitutional position to advance the electoral cause of the ruling BJP in the state.

BJP assumed power at Centre due to PM Modi's ability to pick 'committed' workers: Anandiben Patel

Anandiben Patel remembered Modi during the launch of her biography "Karma Yatri", written by Ameya Latkar, in Ahmedabad on Friday night in the presence of BJP chief Amit Shah and Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, among others.

Ujjain attack: BJP MP accuses hospital of encroachment

Claiming that the assailants had manhandled nuns when they tried to stop them, representatives of the church met Governor Anandiben Patel on Monday and sought her intervention.

Catholic church claims attack on hospital, land owner claims removed encroachment

Carrying a JCB the group damaged the hospital gate, a generator and disrupted electric and water supply striking fear among patients and staff, alleged PRO of Catholic Church in Madhya Pradesh Fr Maria Stephen.

MP Governor Anandiben Patel praises govt’s pro-farmer steps

Anandiben Patel only read select portions of the 139-paragraph speech with the Opposition MLAs trying to pick holes in the points she covered in the 19-minute speech. Congress members raised slogans demanding loan waiver when the Governor completed her address. 

Arriving in bus from Gujarat, new MP Governor Anandiben Patel takes driver’s seat

Patel visited an anganwadi, an institution for destitute children, a gaushala (cowshed), a temple and the chief minister’s residence during her first two days in office

Former Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel appointed as Madhya Pradesh Governor

The post of Madhya Pradesh Governor was vacant and Gujarat Governor O.P. Kohli was assigned the charge till now. Anandiben Patel had stepped down as Chief Minister in August 2016 citing overage reasons.

Gujarat land deal: Congress adamant on SIT probe, slams PM's 'silence'

New Delhi, Feb 08 (ANI): Reiterating their demand for an investigation into the land allotments under Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his tenure as Gujarat's Chief Minister, Congress leader Manish Tewari on Monday said that it was a clear case of impropriety, alleged corruption and a definite case of conflict of interest. Asserting that it was a fit case for a court-monitored investigation, he added that certain new facts have emerged which make the charge of gross impropriety and conflict of interest more damning. The Congress had earlier demanded a Supreme Court-monitored Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe in the matter following reports about the Modi-led Gujarat government's land deals with business associates of Anar Patel, the daughter of incumbent Chief Minister Anandiben Patel. However, the BJP accused the Opposition of levelling "false and baseless allegations to cover up its own corruption".

International kite festival takes off in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, Jan 10 (ANI): The skyline of Ahmedabad wore a vibrant look on Sunday as the 27th International Kite Festival kicked off with fliers from over 30 countries joining the riot of colours. Kite festivals were held across the state of Gujarat during the last week, which culminated to the one organised at the Sabarmati riverfront, which was officially inaugurated by state chief Anandiben Patel and Governor O.P. Kohli. As kites of various shapes and colours dotted the horizon, international participants expressed their enthusiasm about the festival. Another flier from Italy, who had taken part in the festival before, was all in praise for the festival. The International Kite Festival is being celebrated in Gujarat since 1989.

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