Archive · 15 Sep 2025
BJP Refuses to Cover Ex-CM's Funeral Costs, Sparks Controversy
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani passed away in a plane crash.
When his family organized his funeral, the costs added up to Rs 25 lakh.
Surprisingly, the BJP, the political party Rupani belonged to, did not offer to pay for the funeral expenses.
This left Rupani's family with a large bill to handle.
News of this has caused some surprise and questions, as many top leaders from the party attended the funeral.
Some speculate that there might be internal conflicts within the BJP regarding this decision.
Party officials have avoided answering questions about the situation, hinting at possible disagreements within the party.
BJP allegedly refused to cover the Rs 25 lakh funeral expenses for ex-CM Vijay Rupani.
The funeral was held in Rajkot, attended by several BJP leaders.
Family was burdened with the costs, sparking outrage.
BJP leaders, including CR Patil, have avoided answering questions about the situation.
The incident hints at potential internal discord within the Gujarat BJP.
- Who
- Family of former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani, BJP leaders
- What
- BJP refused to pay for Rupani's funeral expenses, leaving his family to bear the cost.
- When
- Funeral held on June 16, 2025; controversy emerged months later.
- Where
- Rajkot, Gujarat
- Why
- Unclear; possibly due to internal discord within the BJP, influenced by Saurashtra leaders.
- Event
- Funeral of former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani
- Date of Funeral
- June 16, 2025
- Cost
- Rs 25 lakh
- Location
- Rajkot, Gujarat
- Cause of Death
- Air India crash near Ahmedabad airport