Anar Patel Calls for Change in Community Customs at Gadh Village Event

Anar Patel, daughter of Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, addressed issues of alcoholism and joblessness among young men in her community. She suggested these issues might be causing women to marry outside their community. She also discussed the impact of social media on social unity, at an event unveiling Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s statue.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Banaskantha | Updated: 11-05-2026 17:46 IST | Created: 11-05-2026 17:46 IST
Anar Patel Calls for Change in Community Customs at Gadh Village Event
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Anar Patel, daughter of Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, recently highlighted concerns within her community over increasing marriages of Patel girls outside their traditional circles.

Speaking at a gathering in Gadh village, Patel criticized young men in the community for lacking capability due to factors like alcohol consumption and joblessness. Her comments have since gone viral.

Patel also speculated on the challenges historic figures like Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel would face today in uniting people amidst the overwhelming influence of social media and television.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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