Shehra BJP MLA Jetha Ahir Elected Uncontested as NAFED Chairman
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Person | Shehra BJP MLA Jetha Ahir |
| Previous Position | Deputy Speaker of the Gujarat Assembly |
| New Position | Chairman of the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) |
| Election Details | Elected uncontested with unanimous backing from the 21-member board |
| Support Received | Backed by Rajkot MP Mohan Kundariya |
| Directors from Gujarat | 2 directors, including Kundariya |
| Other Positions Held | Chairman of Panchmahal's Pancharmrut Dairy and Panchmahal District Cooperative (PDC) Bank |
| Recent Cooperative Appointments | Jayesh Radadiya elected as IFFCO board member; Dileep Sanghani re-elected as IFFCO chairman |
| Role of NAFED | Promotes cooperative marketing of agricultural produce and ensures fair prices for farmers |
| Importance of Cooperative Sector in Gujarat | Vital for the state's agricultural and rural economy |