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Vijay Rupani dies in Air India plane crash: From Emergency protests to Gujarat CM chair - A calm leader who rose to power

IndiaTimes Thursday, 12 June 2025 ()
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani tragically died in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. Serving as CM from 2016 to 2021, he led Gujarat through its post-Covid recovery, earning respect for his firm governance. Rupani's political journey began with ABVP and included imprisonment during the Emergency. He championed industrial development and social equity, voluntarily stepping down in 2021.
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