Gujarat
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a region in W India, N of the Narmada River.
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a state in W India, on the Arabian Sea. 75,685 sq. mi. (196,024 sq. km). Gandhinagar.
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a state of W India: formed in 1960 from the N and W parts of the former Bombay State; one of India's most industrialized states. Capital: Gandhinagar. Pop: 50 596 992 (2001). Area: 196 024 sq km (75 268 sq miles)
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a region of W India, north of the Narmada River: generally includes the areas north of Mumbai city where Gujarati is spoken
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In 2020, the industry was given a boost when Prime Minister Modi congratulated the farmers of Kutch in Gujarat for their success in cultivating and exporting the fruit.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
The shift is especially pronounced in states such as Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, says Abraham.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
In addition to Adani Green Energy’s 30-gigawatt Khavda project in the western coastal state of Gujarat, the group plans to further expand its renewable-energy portfolio.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026
As a teenager he enjoyed a breakthrough 2023 IPL season with Gujarat Titans where he was paired alongside Rashid.
From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026
Aru’s mother had grown up speaking Gujarati, a language from the state of Gujarat.
From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi
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