Keshubhai Patel
Indian politician, Chief Minister of Gujarat
Born
July 24th, 1928
96 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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Served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat twice, during the years 1995 to 1996 and 1998 to 2001. Played a significant role in the Bharatiya Janata Party's rise in Gujarat politics. Contributed to the development of the state through various initiatives and was an influential leader within the party and region.
Served as Chief Minister of Gujarat
Played a significant role in BJP's growth in Gujarat
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