Protests Erupt Over Gujarat's District Restructuring

Residents of Dhanera, Kankrej, and Deodar protested against the Gujarat government's decision to shift them from Banaskantha to the new Vav-Tharad district. The decision, made by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, was not well-received locally, with demands to remain attached to Banaskantha due to historical ties.

In Gujarat, residents of Dhanera, Kankrej, and Deodar took to the streets Thursday, opposing the state government's decision to transfer them from Banaskantha to the newly established Vav-Tharad district.

The decision resulted from a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, sanctioning the bifurcation of Banaskantha to create a district comprising Vav, Tharad, Bhabhar, and others, with headquarters in Tharad.

Protesters, joined by notable political figures, expressed discontent due to a lack of consultation, emphasizing their preference to stay within Banaskantha, citing historical and logistical reasons.

(With inputs from agencies.)