At the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) 47th Foundation Day celebrations held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel articulated the party's commitment to a 'nation first' ideology. He emphasized that the BJP is more than just a political entity; it serves as a platform dedicated to national service. The event saw Jagdish Vishwakarma, the state BJP president, vehemently criticize Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly labeling Gujaratis as 'illiterate' and 'foolish', which he described as an insult to the state's populace. Patel urged party workers to remain calm and composed in the face of misinformation and global tensions, assuring them that the situation in Gujarat remains stable with no immediate shortages of essential supplies like food grains and fuel. He highlighted the significant growth in Gujarat's budget, which has surged from ₹9,000 crore to ₹4.08 lakh crore, and pointed to initiatives such as a 33% reservation for women as evidence of the party's long-term planning. Vishwakarma also reaffirmed the party's democratic values and called for increased efforts ahead of upcoming local elections.