The smart business societies of Gujratis knew very well that as long as Modi is strong, Gujarat is on a strong pedestal too on every aspect of preferences.

Opinion: Modi serves Gujarat's business interest the best

BJP knew that the Patidar votes are going away and, hence, regaining the tribal vote bank is of utmost importance.

Opinion: Chotu Bhai Vasava stopped BJP's victory march

"The result is as per our expectations. BJP is leading in both the states. BJP will form a government with clear majority in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh," the Home Minister said.

BJP will form government in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh: Home Minister Rajnath Singh

Gujarat Chief Minister and BJP leader Vijay Rupani is trailing behind Congress candidate Indranil Rajyaguru from Rajkot West, as per the initial trends.

Gujarat election results: Chief Minister Vijay Rupani trails behind Congress in Rajkot West

She was among the early voters, who also included former chief minister Anandiben Patel.

May god bless Gujarat, says PM Modi's mother after casting vote

While Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his ministers have expressed hope that his party will win these elections, Rahul Gandhi, the opponent, has hoped for a 'zabardast' results for his Congress.

Gujarat assembly elections not about Narendra Modi or me, it's about people: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul has his task cut out, and faces a huge challenge in the form of assembly elections in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh. Rahul has been campaigning aggressively in Gujarat against the BJP which has been ruling the state for 22 years.

National discourse very negative, want to change that: Rahul Gandhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday urged the voters, particularly the youngsters, to cast their votes in the first phase of Gujarat assembly elections

Gujarat polls: PM Modi urges voters to exercise their franchise

Modi has himself led the campaign to ensure that his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) retains power in his home state, as a combined opposition mounted the biggest challenge ahead of the general election in 2019.

Gujarat votes in first stage of election seen as acid test for Modi

A total of 977 candidates are in fray for the first phase polls

Voting begins for first phase of Gujarat assembly elections

The voting for first phase of election in Gujarat will take place on Saturday on 89 seats of Saurashtra and South Gujarat regions with 977 candidates in the fray.

Gujarat election phase 1: Heavyweight candidates

After a campaign that often turned vituperative, around 2.12 crore voters are expected to exercise their franchise in Modi's home state on Saturday to choose between the ruling BJP and the Congress.

Gujarat elections: First phase of polling on Saturday