BJP MLAs in Gujarat in letter war against government, expose inaction and corruption

A crisis has erupted within the Gujarat BJP as several MLAs and even ministers have reportedly begun openly criticising their own government for inaction, corruption, and failure to resolve people’s issues. What started as individual letters of complaint has now snowballed into a full-blown letter war, embarrassing the ruling party and leaving the government struggling to respond.

Over the past few weeks, multiple legislators have written to the chief minister and party leadership, alleging that the administration is ignoring urgent public concerns. From poor flood management in Surat, corruption in district collector offices, and healthcare negligence, to even the deaths of lions in Gir due to alleged mismanagement, the MLAs have left no issue untouched.

MLAs' letters to government

MLA Arun Singh Rana declared that even if BJP suspends him, it makes no difference. Former Congress leader-turned-MLA Jawahar Chavda went as far as tearing the party symbol sticker, accusing his district president of being a money collector. MLA Kanu Dabhi alleged that BJP prioritises defectors while ignoring its loyal workers.

MLA Kumar Kanani warned of protests if the Surat floodwater crisis remains unresolved.

MLA Sanjay Koradia told citizens to approach him if any officer demands bribes.

MLA Yogesh Patel alleged that collector offices have become dens of corruption.

MLA Ketan Inamdar claimed bogus farmers have illegally occupied widows’ land while authorities remain silent.

MLA Amul Bhatt accused traffic police of misbehaving with women.

MLA J V Kakadiya and MLA Hira Solanki blamed forest officials for lion deaths.

MLA Hardik Patel threatened to join protests if drainage issues are not solved.

MLA's in their letter to government, also alleged that corrupt officers are running the state and that no work gets done in government offices without paying money

The rebellion is not limited to MLAs. Senior BJP MPs have also taken aim at the state administration. Former MP Naran Kachhadiya alleged that “out of every rupee sanctioned for public works, only 30 paise is actually used,” with rampant corruption particularly in road projects. MP Mansukh Vasava too accused the government of large-scale manipulation in tendering processes.

The situation has put the Bhupendra Patel-led government on the defensive. The BJP, long known for its disciplined cadre and unified messaging, now faces open defiance from its own members. Letters and outspoken remarks have exposed deep issues between legislators, ministers, and the administration.