Minister reviews preparations for Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference ahead of PM visit
Rajkot, January 5: Preparations for the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference 2026 have gained significant momentum with a specific focus on the Saurashtra-Kutch region. Minister in-charge Jitubhai Vaghani chaired a detailed review meeting in Rajkot to ensure the successful organization of this significant event. It was confirmed during the meeting that Prime Minister Narendrabhai Modi is scheduled to inaugurate this regional conference on January 11 at Marwadi University.
The meeting, held at the Rajkot District Collector office, involved discussions on the outline of the event with senior officials from the district administration, Rajkot Municipal Corporation, and various other departments. As per agency report, Minister Vaghani issued clear instructions to the officials that the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference should not be treated merely as a program but must be planned as a roadmap for regional development and public happiness. He emphasized the need for comprehensive planning to ensure the event reflects the specific cultural identity of Saurashtra-Kutch, the spirit of Swadeshi, and the theme of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Directives were given to install theme-based banners, attractive lighting, and stalls for the sale of natural farming products at the venue, alongside disseminating information about various public welfare schemes. The minister informed that representatives from several partner countries, including Ukraine, Japan, Korea, and Rwanda, will participate in the conference. A massive exhibition covering an area of approximately 4400 square meters is being set up, featuring about six domes dedicated to entrepreneurship fairs, Swadeshi fairs, and various start-ups. This initiative aims to provide new opportunities for development and exports to the industrial units of Saurashtra and Kutch. Special emphasis was laid on maximizing public outreach through various media channels so that citizens can understand the importance of the event and participate.
During the session, Municipal Commissioner Tushar Sumera and District Collector Dr. Om Prakash briefed the minister on the entire event plan through a presentation. Following the meeting, the minister addressed the press to outline the preparations and objectives. The review meeting was attended by numerous dignitaries, including Higher and Technical Education Minister Trikambhai Chhanga, Mayor Nayanaben Pedhadiya, District Panchayat President Pravinaben Rangani, and Members of Parliament Purushottam Rupala and Rambhai Mokariya. MLAs Durlabhjibhai Dethariya, Rameshbhai Tilala, Udaybhai Kangad, Darshitaben Shah, and Dr. Mahendra Padaliya were also present alongside leaders Madhav Dave, Jaimin Thakar, Liluben Jadhav, Alpesh Dholariya, and Prashant Korat. Senior officials in attendance included Range IG Ashok Kumar Yadav, City Police Commissioner Brajesh Kumar Jha, District Development Officer Anandu Suresh Govind, Superintendent of Police Vijaysingh Gurjar, Regional Municipal Commissioner Mahesh Jani, Assistant Collector Mahak Jain, Resident Additional Collector N.K. Muchhar, RUDA CEO Gautam Miyani, DRDA Director A.K. Vastani, Additional Collector Ilaben Chauhan, and Joint Director of Information Mitesh Modasia.
