Gujarat Cabinet Reshuffle: Strategic Move Ahead of Elections Reveals BJP's Electoral Calculations

Oct 17, 2025 12:01 pm CST

Gujarat undergoes a major cabinet reshuffle under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel with 16 ministers resigning, as the BJP strategically positions itself for upcoming elections. Political analysts view this as a calculated move to regain Patidar support in Saurashtra following recent electoral setbacks, while potentially increasing female representation in government to appeal to the state's substantial women voters.