Gandhinagar, Decmber 11, 2013: Ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Mr Purnesh Modi, who had recently won the by-election of Surat West seat of Gujarat Vidhan Sabha, today took his official oath in presence of Gujarat Assembly Speaker Vajubhai Vala at his office, in the presence of Chief Minister Narendra Modi.

After his oath, Mr modi was greeted and congratulated by the Chief Minister. The function was also attended by Gujarat Cabinet Ministers – Mrs Anandiben Patel, Mr Ramanbhai Vora, Mr Saurabhbhai Patel, state ministers – Mr Parbatbhai Patel, Mr Pradipsinh Jadeja, Mr Govindbhai Patel, Mr Vasanbhai Ahir, Mr Rajanibhai Patel, Mr Jayeshbhai Radadiya, Vidhan Sabha Secretary Mr D M Patel, other officials, dignitaries and well-wishers.

Newly by-election winner of Surat (West) takes official oath as MLA

Newly by-election winner of Surat (West) takes official oath as MLA

Newly by-election winner of Surat (West) takes official oath as MLA