In a somber moment for Gujarat politics, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Govind Parmar from Umarath constituency in Anand district passed away on Friday while undergoing treatment at a local hospital. The 82-year-old leader had been battling health issues for an extended period.
Parmar’s death has sent shockwaves through the political circles of Anand district and beyond. BJP leaders, party workers, and residents of Umarath expressed profound grief over the loss of this grassroots leader who was deeply connected to the rural communities of the Charotar region.
Born in 1943 into a modest family, Parmar received education up to the seventh grade before dedicating his life to public service and politics. His down-to-earth approach and strong ties with local villagers earned him widespread respect.
Parmar entered the Gujarat Legislative Assembly in 2017 by defeating Congress candidate Kapilaben Chavda by a narrow margin of 1,883 votes in Umarath. He solidified his position in 2022, securing a resounding victory over NCP’s Jayant Patel with 95,639 votes, winning by 26,717 votes.
State BJP president and MLA Jagdish Vishwakarma led the tributes, stating in a heartfelt message, ‘The tragic demise of Umarath’s popular MLA Govindbhai Parmar has left me deeply saddened. I pray to God for peace to his soul and strength to his family.’
Parmar’s political journey was marked by his commitment to ground-level issues and unwavering support for his constituents. Party workers in Anand and Umarath organized condolence meetings to honor his legacy.
With his passing, the Umarath assembly seat now falls vacant, prompting discussions on the by-election process. Parmar’s contributions to the region will be remembered for generations, as leaders across the spectrum mourn the end of an era.