After Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal Takes On BJP in Gujarat; Top 10 AAP Leaders Shaping the Party’s Future

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Following Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Delhi’s former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has issued a challenge to the BJP to defeat it in its stronghold of Gujarat in the 2027 elections. Arriving in Gujarat immediately after the Maharashtra election results, Kejriwal launched a sharp attack on the ruling party, signaling the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) determination to expand its footprint in the state.

Five years ago, AAP first made inroads in Gujarat through municipal elections. The party created a stir by winning 27 seats in Surat and later securing five seats with 14% vote share in the 2022 assembly elections—an unprecedented performance for a third party in the state in recent decades. Kejriwal’s visit comes at a crucial time, with local body elections seen as a semi-final test for the upcoming 2027 assembly elections, where BJP, Congress, and AAP’s strengths will be tested.

Top 10 AAP Leaders in Gujarat

1. Gopal Italia – MLA from Visavadar, a rising youth leader and an effective speaker, now gaining influence among Patel community organizations.
2. Chaitar Vasava – MLA from Dediapada, immensely popular in the tribal belt, posing a challenge to both BJP and Congress.
3. Isudan Gadhvi – Former journalist and AAP’s 2022 CM face, gaining strong support among farmers and positioning as a leader for all communities.
4. Raju Karpada – Head of AAP’s farmer cell, recognized for highlighting issues faced by farmers and gaining media attention.
5. Manoj Sorathiya – Leader from the Patidar community, trusted by the central leadership to organize the party’s structure.
6. Pravin Ram – Once a youth leader in Gandhinagar, now matured politically and actively involved in farmers’ movements.
7. Brijraj Solanki – Young leader and social media sensation, MBA from London, known for grassroots activism and engagement with youth.
8. Reshma Patel – Head of AAP’s women’s wing in Gujarat, a firebrand leader known for taking strong stances on farmer issues.
9. Hemant Khawa – MLA, working actively across Jamjodhpur and Saurashtra to expand the party’s base.
10. Karan Barot – Party spokesperson, young dentist by profession, handling media and public communication efficiently.

Strengths of Key Leaders

• Gopal Italia and Chaitar Vasava are among the most influential faces of AAP in Gujarat. Italia’s assembly entry has strengthened his political standing, while Vasava’s popularity in the tribal belt has posed a significant challenge to both BJP and Congress.
• Isudan Gadhvi continues to consolidate his image as a leader for farmers and marginalized communities.
• Brijraj Solanki, a youth leader with a massive social media following—one of his reels crossed 100 million views—brings a digital edge to AAP’s campaign.
• Leaders like Reshma Patel, Raju Karpada, Pravin Ram, and Manoj Sorathiya are driving grassroots and farmer-focused initiatives, while Hemant Khawa and Karan Barot strengthen organizational and media outreach.

As AAP gears up for Gujarat’s 2027 assembly elections, these leaders are expected to be the face of the party’s challenge against BJP, testing both organizational strength and public appeal across urban and rural constituencies.