BJP’s Bharat Sutariya emerges victorious in Amreli

Updated: Jun 4th, 2024


In a politically charged atmosphere of Amreli, Bharat Sutariya of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged victorious against Jenny Thummar of the Congress.

Bharat Sutariya, from the Jarakhiya village in Lathi and a member of the Lewa Patidar community, is a farmer with a primary education but has a long-standing commitment to the BJP since 1991.

His political journey includes roles as taluka general secretary, taluka panchayat president, and municipality in-charge, culminating in his current position as district panchayat president.

Congress’ Jenny Thummar aimed to recover the Amreli seat, a stronghold her family once held. Daughter of former Congress MP Virji Thummar, Jenny has a political legacy and personal achievements behind her candidacy.

With a background in political science and a successful stint in local politics, Jenny represented a blend of experience and fresh perspective. Her family’s fluctuating fortunes in the region, with her father and mother contesting and losing to BJP’s Kachhadiya in previous elections, added a layer of historical rivalry and personal stakes to her campaign.

The electoral battle in Amreli thus unfolded with deep-rooted political lineages, internal party dynamics, and the overarching theme of caste and meritocracy influencing the candidacies.

Amreli district, in the western part of Gujarat, is one of the state’s 33 administrative divisions. As of the 2011 census, Amreli had a population of 1,514,190, with 22.45% residing in urban areas.

The district is historically and culturally affluent, being the birthplace of notable figures such as Yogiji Maharaj from Dhari, social reformer Danbapu, spiritual leaders like sage Muldas, sage Bhojalrambapa, and sage Muktanand Swami, as well as the magician K Lal. In recent years, Amreli has been evolving into an educational hub, marking its progress in learning and development.

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