Nitin Patel out of Gujarat CM race,Vijay Rupani holds it.

Selected as the Chief Minister of Gujarat after the BJP legislature party meeting, Rupani emerged as the party's top choice, securing the post over other contenders.

A senior BJP leader and strong contender for the Chief Minister’s post, Patel was ultimately overlooked in favor of Vijay Rupani despite being a key figure in Gujarat politics.

The ruling party in Gujarat at the time, the BJP’s internal decision-making process determined the leadership change and finalized Rupani as CM.

The BJP legislative party in Gujarat played a decisive role in electing Vijay Rupani as its leader, paving the way for his appointment as Chief Minister.

The outgoing Chief Minister whose resignation triggered the leadership race within the BJP and opened the contest between Rupani and Nitin Patel.

As Prime Minister and a towering figure in Gujarat politics, Modi’s influence within the BJP was seen as significant during the leadership transition.

A senior BJP strategist with deep roots in Gujarat, Shah was considered influential in the party’s decision-making during the CM selection process.

Vijay Rupani represented this constituency in the Gujarat Assembly, strengthening his credentials and political standing during the CM race.