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Gujarat CM Rides Metro, VGRC 2026 Spotlights Saurashtra-Kutch Growth

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi traveled on the new Phase-II metro route in Gandhinagar, interacting with commuters. This comes alongside the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference 2026 in Rajkot, focusing on the Saurashtra-Kutch region. Industrialists like Prashant Ruia and Savji Dhanji Dholakia praised the transformative development in the region over two decades, crediting the Vibrant Gujarat initiative. The conference aims to boost sectors like renewable energy and defence manufacturing through structured business and government meetings.

Key Points: Gujarat CM Metro Ride & Vibrant Gujarat Conference Highlights

  • CM & Dy CM experience new metro route
  • Industrialists laud regional development
  • Focus on renewable energy & defence
  • Platform for B2B & startup collaboration
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi travel by metro from Mahatma Mandir to Old Secretariat

CM Bhupendra Patel travels by Gandhinagar metro. VGRC 2026 conference in Rajkot showcases Saurashtra-Kutch development, drawing praise from industrialists.

"Amazing development has taken place in Saurashtra and Kutch in the last 20 years. - Prashant Ruia"

Gandhinagar, January 11

With a commitment to delivering modern and swift transportation to the people of Gujarat, Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi today travelled by metro train on the Phase-II route of the metro in Gandhinagar.

During the journey, CM interacted with commuters and students and gathered their feedback on the metro service.

Earlier on Sinday, the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference witnessed a gathering of industrialists and business leaders, who lauded the development of Saurashtra and Kutch regions over the past 20 years.Prashant Ruia, Director at Essar Capital, expressed his optimism about the region's future, stating, "Amazing development has taken place in Saurashtra and Kutch in the last 20 years.

There is a huge possibility of development here in the future."Ruia's sentiments were also repeated by Savji Dhanji Dholakia, Founder and Chairman of Hari Krishna Exports, who credited the Vibrant Gujarat initiative and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts for the region's growth."Today, people have come to know what magic Vibrant Gujarat has done. PM Modi has been working for Vibrant Gujarat for the last 20 years. This has done wonders in Saurashtra and Kutch," Dholakia told ANIPreeti Patel, MD of Respian Enterprise, highlighted the potential of Rajkot as a hub for engineering goods, particularly in the defence sector."Rajkot is the hub for engineering goods, and we want to take engineering goods to defence. It is a very good opportunity for Rajkot and Saurashtra. Several companies are getting a platform.

We are very motivated." Patel told ANIThe Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) 2026 for the Saurashtra-Kutch region held on January 11 and 12 in Rajkot, with a strong focus on renewable energy, sustainability, and future-ready infrastructure.Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi inaugurated the two-day conference.The conference hosted structured B2B, B2G, and G2G meetings, a vendor meet, and a startup felicitation programme, providing a platform for collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and innovators. Through VGRC 2026, Gujarat aims to reinforce its integrated approach to energy security, sustainability, and industrial competitiveness, while strengthening its role in India's journey towards energy independence and the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.

- ANI

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Aman W
While the gesture is nice, I hope the focus remains on making the metro affordable and accessible for the common citizen, not just a photo-op. The real test is daily reliability and last-mile connectivity.
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Rohit P
The development in Saurashtra and Kutch is truly remarkable. My cousin's business in Rajkot has grown so much in the last decade. Vibrant Gujarat is more than just a summit; it's changing lives on the ground. Jai Gujarat!
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Sarah B
As someone who recently visited Gandhinagar, the infrastructure is impressive. The focus on renewable energy and sustainability at the conference is the right direction for future growth. Well done!
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Karthik V
Defence manufacturing hub in Rajkot? That's a game-changer for engineering graduates in Gujarat. Creates high-quality jobs and boosts the local economy. More power to our entrepreneurs!
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Nisha Z
It's heartening to see leaders interact directly with commuters and students. That's how you get real feedback. Hope they implement the suggestions to improve the service further. 👍

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