The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has booked an X handle owner for circulating a viral false message claiming a leadership change in the Gujarat government involving CM Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi.

  • Ahmedabad Crime Branch (DCB) booked the owner of X handle '@PAWANTYAGI_07' for spreading misinformation.
  • The false post claimed CM Bhupendra Patel would become Governor and Harsh Sanghavi would become CM.
  • Charges filed under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 and the IT Act.

The Detection of Crime Branch (DCB) of the Ahmedabad City Police has officially booked the operator of an X (formerly Twitter) handle for allegedly disseminating a "false message" concerning the highest constitutional offices of the state. The post in question aimed to mislead the public regarding the political leadership of Gujarat.

According to the official statement from the Crime Branch, the post made by the handle "Pawan Tyagi (@PAWANTYAGI_07)" claimed that Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi would be appointed as the new Chief Minister, while the incumbent CM Bhupendra Patel would be transitioned to the role of Governor. The police stated that this viral misinformation was intended to damage the reputation of both leaders and the dignity of their constitutional posts.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the rapid spread of misinformation on social media platforms poses a significant threat to administrative stability. In a politically sensitive landscape, false claims regarding leadership transitions can trigger public unrest and undermine the authority of the state government. This case serves as a stern warning to digital creators regarding the legal consequences of unverified reporting.

Spreading fabricated political news is no longer just a social media blunder; it is a direct assault on constitutional integrity.

The accused, who identifies himself as an Executive Editor of a news network, faces severe legal repercussions. The Ahmedabad Police have invoked Sections 336(4) (forgery to harm reputation), 353(1) (circulating false statements), and 62(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, alongside Section 66(d) of the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Historical Background

Bhupendra Patel has been the Chief Minister of Gujarat since September 2021. Harsh Sanghavi, a prominent youth leader in the BJP, was elevated to the position of Deputy Chief Minister in October 2025. Sanghavi holds critical portfolios including Home, Police Housing, and Law and Justice, and is widely regarded as a rising star within the party, enjoying the confidence of top national leadership.

Did You Know?: Harsh Sanghavi is considered the 'youth face' of the BJP in Gujarat, having entered the Legislative Assembly at the young age of 27.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What was the specific false claim made in the post?
The post claimed that CM Bhupendra Patel would become Governor and Harsh Sanghavi would replace him as CM.

2. Under which laws has the accused been booked?
The accused has been booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 and the IT Act, 2000.