Gujarat governance

Gujarat shops, malls, restaurants can now stay open for 24 hours

Gujarat shops, malls, restaurants can now stay open for 24 hours

Gujarat’s new Panchayat Tax rule: Relief for soldiers, veterans and war widows

Gujarat has updated its tax regulations to waive Panchayat Tax for armed forces members. This exemption covers one residence for qualifying individuals, including their spouses, veterans, and the widows of deceased soldiers. The government enacted these changes in response to public concerns regarding the original proposals. This initiative seeks to alleviate financial pressure on those who have served the nation and honor their dedication.

Gujarat Professor Calls For Ban On All Religious Rituals On University Campus

Gadit also offered recommendations for the administration.

How Gujarat’s villagers turned mangroves into a natural coastal shield

Gujarat's mangrove cover dramatically increased from 427 sq km in 1987 to over 1,177 sq km by 2026. This significant recovery is attributed to community participation and large-scale plantation programmes. Mangroves provide vital coastal protection and support marine ecosystems and local livelihoods. The government now promotes this approach nationwide through the MISHTI programme. Gujarat's success demonstrates mangroves as effective natural infrastructure for coastal defense.

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