External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar files nomination papers for Rajya Sabha polls from Gujarat

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on July 10, 2023 filed his nomination papers for elections to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday (July 10) filed his nomination papers for elections to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat.

After filing the nomination form, Mr. Jaishankar thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP leadership and the people of Gujarat for giving him another chance to represent the State in the Upper House of Parliament.

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and BJP's Gujarat unit president C.R. Paatil accompanied Mr. Jaishankar to the State Assembly complex in Gandhinagar where he submitted the nomination papers to Returning Officer Rita Mehta.

Mr. Jaishankar also said a neighbouring country has posed a challenge of terrorism but the government is dealing with it strongly and that the Modi government will keep the country safe and secure.

"I got the chance to be part of the changes seen in the last four years, especially in foreign policy, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I hope and expect to contribute to the development of the country under Modi's leadership," he told reporters after filing the form.

Mr. Jaishankar said he was fortunate to represent Gujarat, considered a model State not just in India but also globally for its schemes and developmental projects.

"I would express gratitude for another chance. I am also thankful for the support and enthusiasm of legislators," he said.