Bhupendra Patel is an Indian politician who was elected as the Chief Minister of Gujarat on 12 September 2021 by the ruling government of India – Bharatiya Janta Party. He is a member of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly from the Ghatlodia constituency representing the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Table of Contents
Wiki/Biography
Bhupendra Patel was born on Sunday, 15 July 1962 (age 59 years; as of 2021) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. His zodiac sign is Cancer. In April 1992, he earned a diploma in civil engineering at Government Polytechnic Ahmedabad, Technical Examination Board, Gujarat State, Gandhinagar.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
Hair Colour: White (Semi-bald)
Eye Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
His father’s name is Rajnikantbhai Patel. His mother’s name is not known. The name of his younger brother is Ketan Patel.
Bhupendra Patel’s brother
Wife & Children
His wife’s name is Hetal Patel.
Bhupendra Patel with his wife and daughter
His son’s name is Anuj Patel, and Devanshi Patel is Bhupendra Patel’s daughter-in-law.
Bhupendra Patel’s son Anuj Patel
Daughter-in-law of Bhupendra Patel
Caste
Bhupendra Patel belongs to the Gujarati Kadava Patidar community. He is the trustee at Sardar Dham and Vishwa Umiya Patidar foundations.
Bhupendra Patel while addressing Patidar Youth Conference
Address
01, Aryaman Residency Road, Shilaj, Ahmedabad – 380059
Career
Bhupendra Patel was a member of the Memnagar Municipality from 1995-96, 1999-2000 and 2004-06. In 2008-10, he served as a Chairman of the Ahmedabad School Board. He was chosen as the Councilor of Thaltej Ward from 2010 to 2015. During the same years, Bhupendra Patel also served as the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. In the years, 2015 to 2017, he was chosen as the Chairman of the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA). In 2017, he was elected as the MLA in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly elections from the Ghatlodia constituency in Gujarat, India. He was preceded by Anandiben Patel. In these elections, Bhupendra Patel defeated his opponent, Shashikant Patel of the Indian National Congress, with a margin of 1,17,000 votes. Vijay Rupani resigned from the post of Chief Minister of Gujarat on 11 September 2021.
I thank @narendramodi, @JPNadda and @AmitShah for trusting me: @Bhupendrapbjp pic.twitter.com/5Gr0ZDvVc6
— TOI Ahmedabad (@TOIAhmedabad) September 12, 2021
In an interview with BBC media, Journalist and political analyst Faisal Bakili said,
Perhaps the party has chosen a brand new face as the Chief Minister due to speculation that there is an anti-incumbency wave against the BJP government in Gujarat.”
On 13 September 2021, he took the oath as the seventeenth Chief Minister of Gujarat.
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani felicitates the new Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel
Assets/Properties
Movable Assets
Deposits in Banks: Rs 2,59,757
LIC or other insurance Policies: Rs 1,39,00,000
Personal loans/advances: Rs 62,76,992
Motor Vehicles: Rs 7,72,630
Gross Total Value: Rs 2,49,38,735
Immovable Assets
Non-Agricultural Land: Rs 30,00,000
Commercial Buildings: Rs 59,00,000
Residential Buildings: Rs 1,81,20,000
Total: Rs 2,70,20,000 Crores
Liabilities
Loans from Banks: Rs 9,18,715
Loans due to Individual/Entity: Rs 60,36,992
Total Liabilities: Rs 69,55,707
Net Worth (approx.)
As in 2017, Bhupendra Rajnikant Patel’s net worth was around Rs. 5,19,58,735 Crores.
Facts/Trivia
Bhupendra Patel’s full name is Bhupendra Rajnikant Patel.
He is also called ‘Dada’ by his party members.
Bhupendra Patel is a builder by profession, who has never been a minister of any department in Gujarat.
Bhupendra Patel has been associated with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for a long time.
His sports interests are watching cricket and badminton.
Bhupendra Patel is also associated with National Democratic Alliance.
Bhupendra Patel has no criminal record and has a very clear political career.
Patel is considered a close aide to Anandiben Patel, the former Chief Minister of Gujarat and the first women Chief Minister of the state.
Bhupendra Patel with Anandiben Patel
In September 2021, Bhupendra Patel was chosen as the Chief Minister of Gujarat by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and it was a surprise for his whole family. In an interview with Republic media, Patel’s wife exclaimed,
It’s like Diwali today. We didn’t expect him to be the Chief Minister. It was so unexpected that we did not even get time to plan his proper welcome.”
Bhupendra Patel’s daughter-in-law stated,
This was never expected; a complete surprise for our family. Even we saw it on the news. We are excited. He will be given a traditional welcome when he returns home.”
His younger brother added,
We didn’t expect him to be the Chief Minister. It was so unexpected that we did not even get time to plan his proper welcome. There is a joyous atmosphere at home. We can’t express how happy we are. All relatives and neighbours have gathered at our place to celebrate. We were not expecting this. It’s a surprise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”
The family members of Bhupendra Patel while exchanging sweets
In September 2021, Bhupendra Patel’s name was not on the long list of probable nominated Chief Ministers when Vijay Rupani resigned at the age of 65 as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. Patel emerged as the dark horse.
Home Minister of India, Amit Shah, congratulated Bhupendra Patel on being chosen as the 17th Chief Minister of Gujarat. He messaged him,
I am confident under the guidance and leadership of PM Narendra Modi, the state’s development journey will continue with new energy and momentum.”
Bhupendra Patel was also seen supporting and participating in International Yoga Day in 2019.
Bhupendra Patel while doing yoga
Bhupendra Patel is a follower and devotee of Bhagwan Dada, a spiritual leader in Gujarat.