On the demise of former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, state mourning has been declared in Gujarat. His last rites will be held in Rajkot on June 16

Ahemdabad Plane Crash : Due to the demise of Gujarat’s former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, the state government has declared a one-day state mourning on June 16, 2025 (Sunday). During this period, the national flag will remain at half-mast on all government buildings across the state. Vijay Rupani’s last rites will be performed on Sunday in his hometown Rajkot, with several senior leaders, ministers, and common citizens in attendance.

In his political career, Vijay Rupani served as a dedicated leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and held several important positions in Gujarat. He served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from August 2016 to September 2021, during which he accelerated various social, industrial, and infrastructure-related projects.

The state government has announced that in his memory, all government events will be conducted with simplicity, and state mourning protocols will be followed at public gatherings. Political and social organizations across the state are paying tribute to Rupani.

State Mourning Guidelines:

1.The national flag will be flown at half-mast on all government offices.

2.No government ceremonies or celebrations will be held.

3.Special arrangements are being made for the final farewell to the late leader.

Vijay Rupani’s political acumen and his approach to staying connected with the people made him a popular leader. His demise has created a significant void in Gujarat’s political landscape