Ashok Gehlot

Ashok Gehlot

Chief Minister, Rajasthan
Birth DetailsMay 3, 1951 | Jodhpur, Rajasthan
NationalityIndian
LeaguePolitician
EducationMA in Economics
Ashok Gehlot's Journey so far ...
  • A graduate in both science and law, Ashok Gehlot comes from a humble background; his father was a magician who toured the country to show his tricks. He also holds a master’s degree in economics
  • He learnt his politics when he headed the Rajasthan unit of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), the student's wing of the Congress party
  • Gehlot was the president of the Rajasthan unit of the NSUI from 1974 to 1979. He then served as the president of the Jodhpur district Congress Committee from 1979 to 1982. Eventually, he was elevated to the post of general secretary, Rajasthan Congress
  • A dedicated supporter of the Gandhi family, he was handpicked by Indira Gandhi in the early ’70s and has spent over 40 years in politics, shuttling between state and central politics
  • The senior Congressman, who maintains a low profile, has always been interested in Rajasthan politics. He was first elected to the Lok Sabha in 1980 and subsequently won the elections four more times
  • He has served as a minister in the governments headed by Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and PV Narasimha Rao. He headed various ministries like tourism, civil aviation, sports and textiles between 1982 and 1993
  • In 1998, Gehlot became the chief minister of Rajasthan for the first time, riding a strong anti-incumbency wave symbolised by the “onion crisis”. His second term was from 2008 to 2013
  • Gehlot, who belongs to the Mali (gardener) community, has represented the Jodhpur district's Sardarpura Assembly constituency since 1999. He has won the seat five consecutive times
  • Prior to the Gujarat Assembly elections in 2017, he was made the state's Congress national general secretary (organisations and training) and headed the party affairs. The grand old party could not win but managed to give the BJP a big scare
  • Along with the late Ahmed Patel, he played the role of a master strategist to give a tough fight to Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in their home turfs
  • Gehlot's smart campaign management strategy in Gujarat strengthened his position in front of the party chief, and he was chosen as the chief minister of Rajasthan after the Congress' victory in the 2018 Assembly polls
  • In 2020, Sachin Pilot and the MLAs supporting him had revolted against Gehlot over his style of functioning, after which Pilot was removed as the state party chief and the Rajasthan deputy chief minister. The duo have been locked in a leadership tussle since then

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Last Updated: 26/10/2021

Ashok Gehlot News

  • Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the visionary founder of Bikaji Foods International, has passed away at the age of 75. Agarwal was instrumental in transforming the traditional Bikaneri snacks business into the globally recognized Bikaji brand. His strategic leadership combined authentic taste with modern business practices. The company is committed to continuing his legacy of growth and responsible business operations.
  • Vallabh Maheshwari, managing director of Shakun Group, died in a road accident on the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway while on a religious trip from Jaipur to Mathura. His BMW overturned near milestone 136.8, crashing through barricades and hitting a culvert. The 62-year-old businessman was declared dead at the hospital.
  • Veteran journalist Narayan Bareth passed away in Jaipur after a cardiac arrest during pneumonia treatment. Bareth, who previously worked with the BBC and served as Rajasthan Information Commissioner, was hospitalized for several days. Leaders expressed grief, remembering his contributions to public-interest journalism and efficient administration.
  • Congress heavyweight Ashok Gehlot took a jab at the NDA after their Bihar election manifesto was unveiled in just 26 seconds. He remarked that this swift rollout suggests a deep-seated fear of journalistic scrutiny on their governance performance. Gehlot also noted the conspicuous absence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in discussing the manifesto's implications.
  • Congress has unveiled its 40-member star campaigner list for Bihar's assembly polls, featuring top leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi. The party's prominent figures will rally support for the first phase on November 6 and the second on November 11. This comes as the INDIA bloc declared Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial face.
  • Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot stated the INDIA Bloc is fully united in Bihar. He assured that a press conference will clarify the alliance's strength. Gehlot dismissed reports of rifts, calling them a sponsored campaign. LJP leader Chirag Paswan criticized the Mahagathbandhan's internal infighting.
  • Lok Janshakti Party chief Chirag Paswan asserts the Mahagathbandhan alliance in Bihar is in disarray. He questions Rahul Gandhi's absence and criticizes the alliance's ability to unite. Congress leader Ashok Gehlot, however, met Tejashwi Yadav to address minor seat-sharing issues. Gehlot stated that internal differences are normal in coalitions. The Bihar elections are set for November 6 and 11.
  • Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot arrived in Patna to address seat-sharing issues within the Mahagathbandhan. He stated that minor differences over a few seats are normal for a large alliance. Gehlot assured that all confusion would be cleared soon. The Mahagathbandhan is preparing to contest the Bihar assembly elections strongly. The RJD has released its candidate list for the polls.
  • Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot arrives in Patna to settle internal disputes within the Mahagathbandhan alliance. The opposition coalition faces a 'friendly fight' on some seats as assembly elections approach. Gehlot's visit aims to clear confusion and ensure a united front. The RJD has released its candidate list, with potential overlaps with Congress.
  • The Congress has appointed former chief ministers Ashok Gehlot, Bhupesh Baghel, and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury as senior observers for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge also approved the appointment of 41 district election observers. These strategic moves underscore the Congress's determination to return to power in Bihar later this year alongside its allies.
  • Rajasthan SOG arrested Head Constable Rajkumar Yadav and his son Bharat. They are involved in the 2021 sub-inspector recruitment exam paper leak. Rajkumar was Ashok Gehlot's PSO. He allegedly gave the paper to Bharat. Gehlot wants a fair investigation. Police arrested Kundan Kumar Pandya earlier. He is also involved in the paper leak.
  • Odisha Congress President Bhakta Charan Das has criticized the Supreme Court's questioning of Rahul Gandhi's remarks about Chinese occupation of Indian territory. Das defended Gandhi's right to question the government's handling of Chinese aggression, citing his family's sacrifices for India. Congress leader Ashok Gehlot supported Gandhi, stating the intrusion of 2,000 km is already public knowledge.
  • Ashok Gehlot downplayed past tensions with Sachin Pilot, suggesting their relationship was never strained, during Rajesh Pilot's death anniversary event in Dausa. Gehlot emphasized the enduring "love and affection" between them, hinting at a possible reconciliation after years of political rivalry. The event, attended by key Congress leaders, served as a platform for both leaders to honor Rajesh Pilot's legacy.
  • Top Congress leaders are set to conduct press conferences nationwide from April 21-24 to refute the BJP's claims in the National Herald case, which they deem a "living monument of the freedom struggle.
  • Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot criticized Mani Shankar Aiyar for questioning Rajiv Gandhi's competency to become India's prime minister. He condemned Aiyar's comments and praised Rajiv Gandhi for increasing India's prestige and passing exemplary laws during his tenure.
  • Rajasthan Minister Madan Dilawar accused the previous Ashok Gehlot-led government of a Rs 1,705 crore scam related to mid-day meal schemes and inflated student numbers at madrasas. Dilawar claimed inflated costs and procurements during the pandemic, alongside fraudulent student figures during the Congress regime, vowing thorough investigations.
  • Congress MP Jairam Ramesh highlighted the importance of Congress for a prosperous Delhi, introducing the 'Jeevan Raksha Yojana', which promises Rs 25 lakh health cover per family. Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot emphasized its potential, while BJP criticized the move. The Delhi Assembly Polls are set for February 5.
  • The Congress party pledges to implement the 'Jeevan Raksha Yojana', offering universal health insurance up to ₹25 lakh for all families in Delhi if elected in the February 5 assembly election. This scheme mirrors Rajasthan's successful 'Chiranjeevi' scheme under Ashok Gehlot's government. Congress aims to counter the AAP's influence and ensure social harmony and development.
  • Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot criticized Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's remarks on the Constitution's 75th anniversary, alleging the NDA government is weakening constitutional institutions. Gehlot expressed concern about a "threat looming over the Constitution" due to bills passed without debate.
  • Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has demanded the public release of the MoU concerning the PKC-ERCP link project. Gehlot expressed concerns about the project's benefits and the secrecy surrounding the agreement, drawing parallels to the Barmer Refinery project's cost escalation due to delays. He accused the BJP of politicizing public welfare projects.
  • Congress deployed observers for Maharashtra and Jharkhand elections. Exit polls predict victory for BJP alliances in both states. Maharashtra and Jharkhand went to polls on Wednesday and November 13 and 20, respectively. Vote counting will take place on November 23. The BJP is currently in power in Maharashtra. The JMM-Congress alliance is ruling in Jharkhand.
  • Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the Election Commission for its response to the party's concerns about irregularities in the Haryana assembly polls. Ramesh condemned the EC's tone and language, stating it implied the Congress was doing a favor by meeting them.
  • The Congress criticized the Election Commission for dismissing allegations of irregularities in the Haryana assembly polls, claiming the EC's response was condescending and warning of potential legal action if such language continued. The Congress had complained of issues in 20 constituencies, urging good faith examinations of their concerns.
  • Twelve people died when a sleeper bus collided with a tempo in Rajasthan's Dholpur district on Saturday night. The deceased include women and children. The administration is ensuring medical care for the injured. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and former CM Ashok Gehlot expressed grief over the incident and wished for a quick recovery of the injured.
  • Congress leaders, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, reviewed their unexpected loss in Haryana assembly polls. They discussed various factors including discrepancies in EVMs and internal infighting. A memorandum with specific complaints was also submitted to the Election Commission. Despite exit polls predicting a win, Congress only secured 37 seats while BJP secured 48 seats.
  • A Congress Party delegation, including top leaders like KC Venugopal and Rahul Gandhi, plans to meet the Election Commission on October 9th to address concerns over alleged EVM malfunctions following their recent defeat in Haryana to the BJP. The meeting aims to lodge a formal complaint.
  • Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot has urged the state and central governments to complete the Barmery refinery-cum-petrochemical project on time. He noted that 79 per cent of the work was done by May, but delays could extend completion by another year. The project, a joint venture with HPCL, faced setbacks due to government changes and global events.
  • Two contractual employees at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Jodhpur were arrested for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl after she left home following an argument. The girl, found near the hospital canteen, revealed the assault to the police. CCTV footage helped identify the accused, who were later confirmed as sanitary workers.
  • President Droupadi Murmu's visit to New Zealand saw Khalistani activists kept away from her event. In Maharashtra, CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar hired different election strategists. A drunken BJP MLA embarrassed BJP leader Pankaja Munde at an event, with videos of the incident going viral just months before the elections.
  • The Congress leader said this is a clear message from the public that the politics of religious frenzy will not be accepted in this country and religion will always win over those who talk of adharma.
  • Rajasthan Government, led by Bharatiya Janata Party, formed a cabinet sub-committee to review 17 districts and three new divisions created during Ashok Gehlot's tenure.
  • Rajasthan's Opposition leader Tika Ram Jully injured in road accident after collision with Nilgai near Bhandarej on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, taken to Dausa District Hospital for treatment.
  • Speaking with ANI, Ashok Gehlot said, "That was a tough seat. It is close to the border of Gujarat. The language that is spoken there can be understood by the Gujaratis. We have not won that seat for the last 20 years. Still, given the situation in the country, the challenges in front of us, the dictatorship that is going on in India, and the uncertainty over the conduct of elections next time, in such conditions, the elections happened."
  • The Congress is back in the sun after reclaiming key territories in the north. The results come as a political morale booster, cementing GOP’s pivotal role in anti-BJP national politics
  • Rajasthan Congress president questions Election Commission's credibility, criticizing lack of action on complaints and issuance of notices during Lok Sabha elections.
  • Rajasthan Lok Sabha election Result 2024: Exit polls suggest BJP might not achieve a clean sweep in Rajasthan's 2024 parliamentary elections, with 5-7 seats potentially going to the INDIA bloc. Voting occurred on April 19 and 26. Congress aims for 12-13 seats, while BJP claims all 25. Key leaders' fates will be decided. Stringent security measures are in place for vote counting.
  • Kamla Beniwal, former governor of Gujarat, Tripura, and Mizoram, passed away at 97 in Jaipur after a brief illness. She served as a seven-time MLA, deputy chief minister of Rajasthan, and was a key figure in the Congress party.
  • Congress leader Sachin Pilot expressed confidence in the INDIA bloc forming the government at the Centre, predicting more Congress seats than BJP in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. He criticized BJP for seeking votes on religious grounds and stated that people want a change in government. Pilot expects Congress to perform well in upcoming elections.
  • Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot expresses confidence in Congress winning double-digit parliamentary seats in Rajasthan, citing a shift in political winds favoring the INDIA bloc. Gehlot criticizes PM Modi's rhetoric, alleging BJP's reliance on falsehoods. He underscores public discontent with BJP's governance and Modi's attempts to deflect scrutiny.
  • On Saturday, Ghanshyam Tiwari, a senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP, mentioned that the Congress has appointed individuals such as Mani Shankar Aiyar and Sam Pitroda as its primary spokespersons in a strategic move to enhance its minority vote bank. Tiwari said the Congress uses people like Pitroda and Aiyar for its "divisive agenda'.
  • "There has been great development in Amethi...if this much has been accomplished in 5 years out of which two years were lost to the battle against Covid, then why was it not done for 50 years in Amethi by the Gandhi family?" Smriti Irani told the media.
  • Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being "nervous" and challenging the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to a debate on their manifestos. Gehlot argued that Modi's attacks on Congress were a result of his "nervousness" and that the BJP's atmosphere created a sense of concern about the Constitution. He criticized Modi's language and the Congress manifesto for being "bundle of lies" and lacking substance.
  • Former Rajasthan CM Gehlot's ex-OSD revealed Gehlot provided audio clip discussing ousting of state's Congress government. Allegations made about BJP's involvement in toppling Rajasthan Congress with Sachin Pilot and MLAs. Congress government monitored movements and tracked Sachin Pilot.
  • "After this election, the UCC will be implemented in the country...the day is not far when it will not be possible for a man to marry four women and beget 25 children, and avail the benefits of government schemes claiming to be from the minority community," the state education minister said.
  • Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot is putting all efforts for his son Vaibhav's Lok Sabha election victory in Jalore-Sirohi constituency. Gehlot and party leaders are extensively campaigning for Vaibhav, countering opposition and ensuring support from various communities. The family's emotional appeal and strategic moves aim to secure a win.
  • PM Modi has said in his election rallies that the Congress' recently released manifesto for the upcoming general elections smacks of "politics of appeasement" and carries the imprint of the Muslim League with "every page reeking of breaking India".
  • Pilot supports Vaibhav in Jalore, aiming for 2004-like victory amid unrest. Emphasizes party unity, candidate support, and job crisis impact on polls. Mentions INDIA bloc strategy, highlighting Congress performance and public sentiment.
  • Gehlot criticizes BJP for 'Abki baar 400 paar', suspects Constitution changes, questions reservation abolition, and BJP's control over Lord Ram. Alleges BJP leaders mislead voters, overlook regional issues, and warns against their propaganda in Jodhpur rally.
  • The Congress on Tuesday alleged that the Modi government has many "unfulfilled commitments" to the people of Rajasthan, as the party attacked it over issues such as the ERCP project, "anti-Dalit atrocities" and lack of opportunities for the youth of the state. Ahead of the Rajasthan rally of Modi, Ramesh said as the prime minister visits the state, the Congress hopes that he will take this opportunity to address his many unfulfilled commitments to the people of Rajasthan.
  • On the question of Congress candidate Sudarshan Rawat expressing his desire not to contest the elections from Rajsamand after being named in the list, Randhawa said every party has to change the ticket from time to time. Many parties change tickets at the last moment, he added.
  • Former Rajasthan CM Gehlot criticizes BJP for endangering democracy through federal agencies. Lok Sabha elections crucial. CPI(M) candidate Amraram's nomination filed. Gehlot expresses concern over governance and corruption issues, emphasizing the importance of public welfare schemes.
  • Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot criticised the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, calling it a "murder of democracy" without proof. Karnataka BJP President defended the action as lawful. Goa Congress condemned Kejriwal's arrest, alleging a conspiracy by BJP and its allies to suppress opposition voices. Kejriwal's AAP plans protest.
  • Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot accused BJP of spreading falsehoods to gain power. He urged public support for Congress in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, promising to advocate for their concerns in and outside the legislative bodies.
  • In Rajasthan, the BJP and Congress are preparing for a competitive electoral showdown. While the BJP leverages strong organizational networks and PM Modi's popularity, internal dissent and farmer protests pose challenges. Meanwhile, Congress relies on veteran leadership and hopes to exploit community dissatisfaction, but faces organizational weaknesses and defection threats.
  • It is a second major jolt to the Congress within a few days as former minister Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya recently joined the BJP which fielded him from Basnwara in the LS elections. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, state BJP president C P Joshi and Union minister Bhupendra Yadav welcomed the new joinees into the party fold at its state headquarters. Addressing the joining ceremony, Kataria said he was driven by his conscience to join the BJP. He said the BJP understands the pain and suffering of farmers, the poor and the common man.
  • Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma tested positive for COVID-19. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot wished him a speedy recovery. Sharma is in self-isolation and will participate in upcoming programs virtually.
  • BJP spokesperson questions Congress' association with Uttar Pradesh after Sonia Gandhi files nomination from Rajasthan, expresses belief that Congress fears losing Raebareli as well. Rahul Gandhi lost Amethi. Congress accused of atrocities in Rajasthan. Sonia Gandhi files nomination for Rajya Sabha elections from Rajasthan.
  • Sonia Gandhi filed her nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha election in Jaipur. Ajay Maken and Abhishek Singhvi were also nominated. Renuka Chowdhury and M Anil Kumar Yadav were nominated as candidates from Telangana. Syed Naseer Hussain and Akhilesh Prasad Singh were renominated.
  • Dr Achal Sharma, Superintendent, SMS Hospital said on Saturday that Gehlot was admitted to the government facility late last night with a fever and low oxygen saturation.
  • In a post on X, Congress leader Ashok Gehlot said, "Due to fever for the last few days, got tested today on the advice of doctors, which confirmed Covid and swine flu. Because of this I will not be able to meet for the next seven days."
  • Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav announced that his party's alliance with Congress in Uttar Pradesh under the INDIA bloc is "off to a good start" with reservation of 11 seats for the latter ahead of the 2024 polls. However, the SP has kept the door open for renegotiation to increase the number. Yadav's announcement came amid widespread apprehension about the future of the INDIA alliance, with TMC chief Mamata Banerjee announcing will contest the polls on its own.
  • The Congress has announced constructive seat-sharing talks between senior party leader Ashok Gehlot and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, with a final formula expected soon. The Congress claims that the talks are positive and constructive, and that the pact will benefit the Congress, the SP, and the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA). The Congress has offered 11 seats to the Congress, with the SP contesting 62 seats in the Lok Sabha election.
  • Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot criticised the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, calling it a political event and claiming that the speeches delivered were "dangerous." He questioned why senior BJP leaders did not attend and criticised the ignoring of Shankaracharyas. Gehlot also attacked the BJP government in Assam for disrupting the Congress' Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra and alleged a conspiracy to stop it.
  • Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot criticizes the BJP, stating they turned the Ram Mandir event into an issue. Gehlot emphasizes that the event should have been inclusive, considering the Supreme Court's verdict and its acceptance by people of all faiths. He points out that even Shankaracharyas are boycotting the event, and invites to opposition parties are inappropriate for an event associated with the BJP and RSS. Gehlot asserts that democracy is under threat, criticizing the NDA government's functioning. The Congress has declined the invitation, deeming it an event of the BJP and RSS.
  • The assertion comes amid talk that the alliance could have a convener, with the name of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar doing the rounds for the post. There have also been demands for having an office and a spokesperson of the opposition alliance, where 28 parties have come together to take on the BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
  • The Indira Rasoi Yojana scheme is now officially called 'Shri Annapurna Rasoi Yojana.' The order also states that the weight of the subsidised meal per plate has been increased to 600 grams under the new name. The government grant per plate has been raised from Rs 17 to Rs 22, as reported by ANI. However, the contribution required from the beneficiaries remains unchanged at Rs 8 per plate.
  • Lok Sabha Election-2024: Earlier on Saturday, the Congress set up a Central War Room for the ensuing Lok Sabha elections which comprises the organisational war room and a communication war room.
  • After 25 years of a leadership duopoly between Ashok Gehlot and Vasundhara Raje, Bhajan Lal Sharma has taken the reins as Rajasthan's Chief Minister. The BJP's decisive victory in the assembly polls secured 115 seats, sidelining Raje. Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa were appointed deputy CMs. Gehlot's efforts for a CM nod if Congress won were overshadowed by the ongoing power struggle with former deputy Sachin Pilot.
  • The Congress party has lost three north-eastern states, Tripura, Meghalaya, and Nagaland, but regained momentum with a win in Karnataka in May. However, it lost three crucial Hindi heartland states, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan, to the BJP. The Congress needs to identify and fix what went wrong and take on the BJP with new-found energy.
  • The Congress sets up the National Alliance Committee, chaired by Bhupesh Baghel, to negotiate alliances and seat-sharing with like-minded parties in the INDIA bloc ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The committee aims to resolve key issues, including EVM usage and the suspension of Opposition MPs. With fresh organizational changes, discussions will precede talks within the INDIA bloc, emphasizing the importance of unity post-election defeats in crucial states.
  • The committee named the National Alliance Committee, will be led by senior party leader Mukul Wasnik, with other members including former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot, former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, former union minister Salman Khurshid, and senior leader Mohan Prakash.
  • A Delhi court dismissed an appeal by former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot against his summoning in a criminal defamation complaint filed by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Additional Sessions Judge M K Nagpal ruled that the order did not suffer from any factual mistake, illegality, or impropriety of finding. Shekhawat alleged that Gehlot publicly defamed him by linking him to the Sanjivani scam in the state.
  • Several ministers, including Disaster Management Minister Govind Ram Meghwal, who was also the Congress' campaign committee chief, was defeated by BJP's Vishwanath Meghwal on Khajuwala seat. Interestingly, the newly-formed regional party Bharatiya Adivasi Party (BAP) cornered 3 seats and Independents won eight seats.
  • KT Rama Rao had posted a picture of himself aiming with a gun and had captioned it: "Hattrick Loading 3.0. Get ready to celebrate guys." As it became clear that the Congress was winning, the outgoing minister responded to his own post, saying, "This one ain't gonna age well. Missed the mark." Earlier, the Telangana Congress had shared the picture of KT Rama Rao with the gun and posted on X, "Were you aiming for car tyres?"
  • Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot submitted his resignation to Governor Kalraj Mishra Sunday evening after his Congress party was defeated in the assembly polls. Gehlot reached the Raj Bhavan here and handed over the resignation letter to the governor.
  • Govind Meghwal, who was also the Congress' campaign committee chief, was defeated by BJP's Vishwanath Meghwal on Khajuwala seat. The other Congress ministers who lost the elections included Bhanwar Singh Bhati from Kolayat seat, Shakuntala Rawat (Bansur), Vishvendra Singh (Deeg Kumher), Ramesh Chand Meena (Sapotara), Shale Mohammad (Pokaran), and Udailal Anjana (Nimbahera).
  • In a post on X, Ashok Gehlot said, "We humbly accept the mandate given by the people of Rajasthan. This is an unexpected result for everyone. This defeat shows that we were not completely successful in taking our plans, laws and innovations to the public."
  • Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat criticized Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot for a "magician" spell in Rajasthan, stating that people have voted for women's honor and poor welfare. Shekhawat claimed that people have failed Congress's guarantees and voted to throw corrupt Congress out.
  • Nearly 40 rebels from both parties have contested elections after being denied tickets and have put up a tough fight. With several exit polls predicting a tight race between the BJP and the Congress, MLAs from this group could play a crucial role. Sources in the two parties said preparations have been made at different levels to ensure that independent and rebel candidates who win elections are brought to their fold in case of a split verdict.
  • Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar expressed confidence that the Congress party has an advantage in Rajasthan and predicts it will comfortably form the government in all other states heading to polls. The voting has concluded in Rajasthan, where approximately 74.13 percent of voters participated.
  • Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot conveyed confidence on Monday that the Congress party would secure a clear majority in the assembly elections held last week. The results of the elections are scheduled to be counted on December 3. Gehlot accused BJP leaders of employing provocative language during their campaign and attempting to play the religion card, but asserted that such tactics were rejected by the people.
  • Voting at more than 51,000 polling booths in 199 out of the 200 assembly constituencies in the state was held on Saturday. Due to the demise of the Congress candidate, election in the Karanpur assembly constituency of Sriganganagar district was postponed.
  • Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prospects in the ongoing assembly elections in Rajasthan. As polling commenced for the 199-member assembly earlier today, the minister asserted that the BJP is poised to establish a robust government in the state.
  • Sardarpura is on the list of key constituencies as Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has won this seat since 1998. The Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded Mahendra Singh Rathore from the Congress' bastion. While from Jhalarapatan, the BJP candidate and former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje is contesting again from the seat which she has been winning since 2003.
  • "I want to appeal to people that ignore if a mistake has happened and vote while keeping the state's interest in mind. We have also introduced several schemes keeping states' welfare in mind that can only strengthen if the government gets repeated. But if they (BJP) to power, those schemes will be stopped...We want to strengthen our existing schemes and want to fulfil the guarantees that are given this time. Our agenda is clear," he said.
  • Rajasthan has a total of 200 assembly seats but polling will be held on 199 seats as election in Karanpur seat of Sriganganagar district was postponed following the death of Congress candidate Gurmeet Singh Koonar. There are 5,25,38,105 voters in the 199 assembly constituencies.
  • Rajasthan's chief minister, Ashok Gehlot, is battling against the trend of voting out governments by using beneficiary schemes often used by the BJP. Posters with the slogan "my vote is for scheme x" have filled the streets, offering free cooking gas, health insurance, smartphones, rations, and seven guarantees.
  • In the run-up to the polls, the Congress has centered its campaign on the achievements and performance of the Ashok Gehlot government, showcasing its welfare schemes and programs. The party is relying on a pledge of seven guarantees if it secures a renewed mandate. In contrast, the BJP has directed its attack towards the Congress, focusing on issues like crime against women, appeasement, corruption, and paper leaks.
  • The chief minister said that the leaders who had come from Delhi to "incite people" in Rajasthan did not criticise or discuss the state government's schemes whereas debate could have been done on the schemes, laws and guarantees. "They did not do anything. This means they had come just to incite," Gehlot said.
  • In Rajasthan, a political test looms to find out if freebies can win elections. Despite PM Narendra Modi's criticism of freebies, some view these as vital welfare measures. The state's history of ousting governments every five years faces a new twist as current CM Ashok Gehlot's populist schemes resonate deeply, altering the usual opposition wave
  • Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has expressed optimism about the Congress's chances of returning to power in Rajasthan, citing a strong undercurrent in favor of the ruling party. He believes that the pro-incumbency wave in the state will ensure the victory of many of the Congress candidates, who many felt might not win.
  • "We have done hundreds of rallies but there are some areas that have been left and I want to make a humble appeal to you to vote for Congress and ensure the victory of every candidate of the party to maintain the progress of the state and to uphold the tradition of moving forward together with the feeling of unity," Pilot further said.
  • Addressing a rally in Deogarh, the prime minister said his remarks have hit the bull's eye and created a flutter in the Congress. He charged that the Congress "royal family" was never a well-wisher of the Gujjar community and did not give their leader Rajesh Pilot his due. Pilot's son Sachin had led a failed rebellion - allegedly with tacit support from BJP- against the Ashok Gehlot government.
  • Rajasthan's CM Gehlot took a dig at the BJP before the state elections, highlighting the BJP's unsuccessful attempts to topple the government. He criticized the party's short-term campaigning, suggesting they'll vanish post-elections. Gehlot condemned the Mahadev App controversy in Chhattisgarh, accusing the BJP of scheming against CM Baghel. He accused the Centre of misusing ED and CBI to destabilize governments. In response, Madhya Pradesh's CM Chouhan criticized Gehlot's governance, claiming Rajasthan suffered under his rule. Rajasthan's elections for 199 seats are set for November 25, results on December 3.
  • "'Lal diary' was a conspiracy of the BJP. They thought it would become a big issue if the prime minister spoke about it. Similarly, the Mahadev app case...ED issued a press note but no investigation was done. The prime minister was speaking about it. The whole conspiracy was to arrest the Chhattisgarh chief minister, but they got exposed," Gehlot said at a press conference here, on the last day of the campaign.
  • Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot during a campaign in Jaipur, claiming that the Gehlot government has ruined Rajasthan in the last five years. Chouhan, campaigning for the upcoming assembly polls in Rajasthan, stated that people are eager to bring a BJP government to counter the failures of the Gehlot administration, citing issues such as corruption, women atrocities, cybercrime, paper leaks, and riot and terror cases.
  • Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has left the decision about his political future in the hands of the Congress High Command ahead of the November 25 Assembly poll. He expressed confidence in bucking anti-incumbency and achieving a majority mandate in Rajasthan, citing the state's intelligence and the Bhilwara model.
  • Prime Minister Modi urges Rajasthan to end Congress rule, citing their failures and corruption. He emphasizes his guarantee over false promises, advocating for the state's liberation from Congress for effective welfare and swift scheme implementation. Accusing Congress of scams in recruitment, he rallies for a decisive mandate in the upcoming elections, stressing the need for a change in governance for Rajasthan's progress.
  • As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections loom, the spotlight shifts to the crucial prelude of upcoming assembly elections in Rajasthan. Congress faces challenges with concerns over women's safety and paper leaks during the Ashok Gehlot regime. The BJP, sans a Chief Minister face, navigates the sidelining of Vasundhara Raje, formulating strategies to regain voter trust.
  • Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot made an emotional appeal to voters ahead of the state's assembly elections, urging them to consider his image even if the impact of the local candidate is limited. He asked voters to imagine that he is contesting from all 200 seats, emphasizing the importance of repeating the current government.
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