• Yes. This will help Gujrat in further development. Answered by Jayanta Pani , VP- Finance at Gujrat Telelink Pvt Ltd | 12, Feb 2010 10:52 AM

• I feel this tags has nothing to do with its righteous or wrongness ....this is simply a name ..ifeel there is no wrong in promoting a state with such a Name Answered by Utsav Jha , Assistant at RMA @AssociateS | 06, Feb 2010 04:30 PM

• Yes. It will be pride for Gujarat to have BigB as it's Brand ambassador.
  and also it will be a pride for BigB to be offered the opportunity of being an ambassador of such a progressive state. Answered by jaykumar kalburgi , CEO at ABHINAV ENTERPRISES | 06, Feb 2010 01:56 PM

• Why does everything have to be viewed thru the political prism?
  
  It is undeniable that Big B is the living legend of Indian filmdom, a very recognizable face of India. Gujarat as the most progressive state in India using his services can promote tourism more aggressively. Would that not have a ripple effect, for other parts of the country! Is Gujarat some isolate part in this country or an integral part which has made and continues to make giant stride in almost all sphere.
  
  The progress in this state should be a matter of pride for all Indians and not one for debate.
  
  Why not “Sher” and “Shahanshah” this is not about individuals, this about the state and country. Answered by Anil Kohli , Owner at I-Ore Trading | 05, Feb 2010 08:49 PM

• the man eater of gujrat has roped in a man on sale .how daringly amitabh declared uttar pradesh main dum hain kyon ki yahain jurm kum hain .where is mulayam .point to ponder . Answered by chandra pathak , secretary at upmsra | 04, Feb 2010 11:21 PM

• It is media who started this 'Sher and Shahanshah' think. I visited the site and no one else is talking about it. If you see the growth the Gujarat has achieved is not a small thing and it is only possible because the vision of Narendra Modi. Amitabh giving his voice and face is an acknowledgement of that. I guess we should be debating in more serious and important issue of Shiv Sena ad MNS trying to polarise and divide the people of India for their Political benefit. Answered by Ashish Dholakia , Director at Sanket Speech & Hearing Clinic | 04, Feb 2010 10:16 PM

• What is problem in terming Sher or Shahanshah for Gujarat. Is it not the Sher or Shahanshah in its growth rate of 11.05%, even greater than that of China? And if you go by the record of Modi does he not rule Gujarat with Sherdil (no one should raise a finger against him, if Muslims are coming in way crash them; if people are not coming out to vote then forcibly pass the resolution in the assembly and make the rule that everyone should vote; so what he has courage to face any channel or any activists criticising him (some politically and some with iron hand); as a business community is it not the Gujarati community which is leading in business and are in top in India; was Patel and Gandhi not from Gujarat; film industry anyway is ...See More run by the Gujaratis; the brand Ambassador Mr Bachchan is Sher amongs shers and Shehanshah among the shehenshahs still, aptly suited for the personality of Gujarat ; and who will forget the Dandiya of Gujarat, every Indian dances to the tunes of it during Navratris; want more? There are many reasons. Enough for now, verdict is clear YES> Answered by Prabhakar Srivastava , Director at Indo Western Tradelinks Limited | 04, Feb 2010 04:56 PM

• It is nice that Mr. Modi will be recognized as true crusader as he has transformed GUJARAT as SWARG. Mr. Amitabh will market the work done by Mr. Modi.
  
  In modern time do WORK is not sufficient ,MARKETING must accompany to Good works to have due credit. Answered by Naresh Dholakiya , Proprietor at VUKAS POWER ENGINEERS | 04, Feb 2010 01:58 PM

• Sher is best suited for Gujarat as we have leader like SHER and we have largest Sher Answered by Vimal Kalaria , Accounts Manager at Integrated Systems Management | 04, Feb 2010 01:20 PM

• yes Answered by Jaisheel Trivedi , Distibutor at Adore | 04, Feb 2010 12:28 PM

• yes--the word sher is appropriate considering guerat a place of the lions and equally is the word shahanshah as lion is the king of the jungle Answered by kumar.subramanian. chandran , senior sales manager at First Flight Couriers Limited | 04, Feb 2010 12:08 PM

• I Feel, it is proper. This positioning may keep Gujarat in the highest spot scaling the image of Gujarat as GIANT and a MACHO STATE.
  
  Barring the political angel, whatever efforts put up by Shri Narendra Modi is really appreciable and has really changed the way people look at Gujarat State in INDIA. Pls. Ask NON GUJARATI about the GUJARAT'S image, you will get an answer. Answered by Jyotindra Parmar , General Manager at Infinium Motors Pvt. Ltd. | 04, Feb 2010 11:52 AM

• promoting gujarat is very good thinking but it sounds poloticaly motivated till comon people dosent get a secured life in all means all is thankless activity pl promote the values of gandhi&determayion of sardar. Answered by vishvesh mehta , sr vp at prominent foods pvt ltd | 04, Feb 2010 10:26 AM

• yes,just see the advancement in each and every field in Gujarat,it is definitely the number one state in India,Hats off! to Naredra Modi,
  all the CM's of this country specially of UP & Bihar should camp in Gujarat for one month to learn and implement the same in their respective states.India will once again become SONE KI CHIDIYA! the other ofcourse is Shehenshah ! Answered by SANJAY SHARMA , Dy. General Manager(Hydro Projects) at Adani Power Limited | 04, Feb 2010 09:38 AM

• Both are kings - one is the king of the jungle and the other king of bollywood - what a synergy - what more can you expect its a win - win situation for Gujarat which is number 1 in the investments garnered last year and is looking at promoting its diverse tourism destinations to the world. Answered by suryakumar sharma , vice president at Mudra Communications Pvt. Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 11:30 PM

• It is on of the historical step taken by Hon. Cheif Minister Narendra Modi. This step will not only develop torism in Gujarat but also so many political equations.
  It is long term vision of CM Narendra Modi which will produce fruitful result in future. Answered by SUDHAKAR PRASAD , Vice President- Projects at Doshion Veolia Water Solutions | 03, Feb 2010 11:25 PM

• Brand Gujarat Is Identified as SHER it seld, Amitabh Can not add value in It. The Great Sher is Sher, They never need Support, Make their Own Boundries and Not Allow any Out Sider in Their Taratories. Answered by Harilal Bhatti , Assistant Manager, Warranty Management & Special Pricing at Ingersoll-Rand (India) Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 08:52 PM

• no, no, no. amitabh is man with double faces. mody is kaagazka
  sher. if he is sher, he is men-eater. this branding is nothing but
  an insult of garvi gujarat. Answered by jyotikumar vaishnav , reporter at Delhi Press Patra Prakashan Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 08:43 PM

• Yes both Gujarat and Amitabh complement each other in terms of estabilishing themselves as most successful, adored and respactable entities. Answered by sanjeev sharma , Regional Sales Manager at Rich Graviss Products Private Limited | 03, Feb 2010 07:43 PM

• yes , there is no harm. Bachchan popularity is more than any bollywood actor in gujarat. Answered by Devang Shah , Sr. Manager- Accounts,Costing, Budgeting and finance at Leading FMCG group in East Africa | 03, Feb 2010 07:22 PM

• While Brand Image is necessary particularly for a commercial organisation, for a State Govt, it is not really required primarily because what matters is development of the masses. Like in India, in Gujarat also it is development in pockets and not all-inclusive. Some critical parameters reflect this. Central Govt gets nearly 60 per cent Income Tax from Ahmedabad while one tenth of Ahmedabad is by Rajkot. Out of Milk Procurement Crosses 100 Lakh Kgs Per Day, Saurashtra & Kutchh contribute 5.5 Lakh Per Day while Saurashtra & Kutchh is atleast 25 per cent of Gujarat. GINI Coefficient showing rich vs poor is also widening in Gujarat like in India. Concrete actions help remove such disparities and not the Branding. Answered by Babubhai Vaghela | 03, Feb 2010 07:15 PM

• The symbol of Lion as seen on printed / media versions is meant for a message to tourists to also visit the asiatic lions at Gir . Also it symbolises Strength , Vigour and Power .
  The popularity of Mr Bacchan is believed to be attributed for his carefully maintained brand image and the word "shahanshah "is merely one of the many characters he acted for, it's not his identity . People of India admire his talent , love his voice and respect the struggle he made to become and remain a superstar .
  By selecting those symbols , the promotors of Brand Gujarat has done an excellent job . Answered by kaushik P , DIRECTOR at KAUSHIK METALS | 03, Feb 2010 06:51 PM

• Sher remains Sher and shanshah remains the same wether they rule and wether they are in jungle Answered by sharad sheth , ceo at sun systems | 03, Feb 2010 06:49 PM

• we have ratan tata and now amitab ..let others envy and let some crokked crooks in this state too bark Answered by sharad sheth , ceo at sun systems | 03, Feb 2010 06:49 PM

• Hum Kamyab Hai and hoke rahenge despite odds against Gujarat and N.Modi.
  Let Dogs bark-let them rule this country and foolish people dream Answered by sharad sheth , ceo at sun systems | 03, Feb 2010 06:46 PM

• Yes , the leaders both of politics and boliwood are trying to promote the great historic event gujarat and to start the flow of currency through tourism and Mr.N.Modi is really minded person who has choosen the man who can turn the same to reality. Answered by Harish Nayak , AGm-QC at Troikaa pharma | 03, Feb 2010 06:38 PM

• absolutely
  it is the greatness of the leaders both of politics and boliwood that they have come close to promote the great historic event gujarat is going to celebrate. it will cetainly benefite all.
  jay jay garvi gujarat Answered by vipul bhavsar , In-charge Principal and Associate professor in Englsih at government commerce college-vadali | 03, Feb 2010 06:33 PM

• You said it Right Sir ji.. This will go a long way in future development of Gujarat State & Ultimately help our mother India.
  
  Please do not waste time in discussions . It is right time to take
  actions now.
  
  Vilas - Ahmedabad Answered by VILAS BHAVE , Assistant Executive - Finance & Accounts at CMC Limited | 03, Feb 2010 06:21 PM

• The Head of the state is ambassador for his state. The Development of Gujarat is not because of one person and the state does not need an ambassador to promote tourism. It is other way round. There is a saying "SAU [hundred] CHUHE [mice]MARKE [killing]BILLI [cat] HAJ [pilgrimage]KO CHALI" The head of the state needs ambassador to change his image. There is no need to promote brand Gujarat because ROSE ALWAYS REMIAIN ROSE AND GUJARAT DOES NOT NEED BRANDING. Answered by PINAKIN SHAH , COMPANY SECRETARY at PRACTISING COMPANY SECRETARY | 03, Feb 2010 06:14 PM

• When we see from the point of N.Modi and People of Gujarat,It is really a shameless Puppet so called PM dancing at the tunes of a housewife.There is one so called Home minister who talks against N.Modi in NEWYORK when he is questioned for the security of trhe country.
  Yes because of such sher and shahanshah only this state was survived despite everything against this state and N/Modi.Hats off .A day will come when such supreme courts and CBIs and such Govt will go to dogs.
  But pitiable condition this country when NEW baby Boy Rahul babay is being proojected as next future Answered by sharad sheth , ceo at sun systems | 03, Feb 2010 06:10 PM

• Yes Answered by Mrugen Bhatt , Accountant at Mech-Tech International | 03, Feb 2010 06:03 PM

• no doubt at all when the most corrupted insecular parties come to power with the help of widow that too from other country and with solid backing of CBI's misuse and supreme courts dirty politics the state survived and prgressed under Lion N.Modi. Answered by sharad sheth , ceo at sun systems | 03, Feb 2010 06:02 PM

• I think its appropriate to present situation of Gujarat's Political might of Mr.Narendra Modi (Shehansha) and Economical Power House (Sher) and on occasion of 50th Anniversary of Gujarat's Statehood. Answered by Laxman Katrat , Managing Director - CEO at Katlax Enterprises Pvt.Ltd. | 03, Feb 2010 05:57 PM

• Yes, its perfect, Gujarat is most perfect for both brands to join togeather. Gujarat has greatest potential for tourism& Mr Bacchan is greatest legend. If he come ahead. We must welcom him.
  
  Gujarat has maximum operational airports in India, best connectivity by Rail, Road, Sea, Ports, Beaches, etc.
  
  Gujarat needs to be best in all....! Why not tourism! With Sher & Shahanshah, That would be great Move by Gujarat Government..
  
  Best Of Luck to Govt Of Gujarat..! Answered by Sanjay Kulkarni , CRE Corporate Travel at Thomas Cook India Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 05:56 PM

• Yes seems a good brand positioning to me for Brand Gujarat Answered by Ajay Parkar , Project Manager at Elitecore Technologies Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 05:51 PM

• From this question it appears that you are averse to Gujarat per se. If Mr. bacchan or some other celebrity endorses Growth potential of Gujarat, why people should feel that some thing improper is being done.
  When, Rajiv Gandhi Foundation has endordsed the Growth and the potential thereof, most industry freindly attitude of people as well as of governemnt , what pinches you? I think shoe pinches some where else 1 Answered by Dilip Shah , CEO at D.Shah & Associates, Chartered Accountants | 03, Feb 2010 05:30 PM

• Hello Rajiv,
  Nothing is wrong in promoting Amitach @ brand in Guj. Even now a days Amitabh does not have any God father. His god father Amarsingh is now like us .. common man. ..
  so he need somebody like Modi to survive.. & Modi is show man.. he always doing something to attract ppl.. & Amitabh is best toy for him to use for publicity. .. he will enjoy the Amitabh's bollywood image..
  I think we should not discuss this type of question. becoz we are wasting our time & efforts as we cant change modi .. Let him do his publicity..
  Enjoy.. Answered by JIGAR TRIVEDI , Partner at NADI - Trader & Facilitator | 03, Feb 2010 05:24 PM

• the selection of the words are absolutely wrong. They are not gujarati words. i am happy that BigB has agreed to become a brand ambassador for gujarat tourism. he is the only hope for the sinking tourism business of gujarat. Answered by Naishadh Vyas , Systems Administrator at Institute of Management, Nirma University | 03, Feb 2010 05:15 PM

• I totally agree with the thought of promoting Gujarat Tourism in this manner. Its really a good , innovative and first of its kind in India.
  It can be good example for other states too. Answered by Avinash Sharma , Manager at Birla Global Finance Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 05:08 PM

• In fact what is wrong if the millanium star promotes Gujarat Tourism? Gujarat feels proud that the Gient of the Indian cinema has made such offer to promote the state's tourism. He his the one who is TREND SETTER and in the comming days you will see OTHERS will follow to promote one or another state. Answered by Alkesh Patel , Senior Sub-Editor at Divya Bhaskar | 03, Feb 2010 05:03 PM

• yes that is good idea to promote BRAND GUJARAT Answered by JAYANTILAL PARMAR , DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER TECH SERVICES at Shree Digvijay Cement Co Limited | 03, Feb 2010 05:02 PM

• No it is not powerful one think some other one i will let you know if anything comes in my mind Answered by Saureen Vyas , Category Manager at Indianic Infotech Ltd | 03, Feb 2010 04:56 PM

• Gujaratis are sherdil and shahenshah in art of living. It will be perfect title for Gujarat " Sherdil Shahenshah , the incredibally incredible Gujarat ." promoted by a sher ( Narendra Modi ) and branded by Shahenshah ( Amitabh Bachhan ). Answered by Bhupendra Patel Ravjibhai , Sr Manager Construction at Mott MacDonald | 03, Feb 2010 04:56 PM

• Yes, there is nothing wrong. every state or country is promoting their tourism by displaying unique possessions and Lions are unique possession of Gujarat found only in Gujarat in entire world except South Africa. Answered by anil mehta , Head-SEZ at A large group | 03, Feb 2010 04:56 PM

• Yes in my opinoin it is RIGHT to promotr Gujarat as "SHER" & SHAHANSHAH.For,both AB & NM are megnetic in personality.Both are workholics.Guarat has many such Tourist spots which remains unexpored & are under developed.
  Both are visionaries & are a Brand in their own right.The two can become real Force to develop Gujarat furthur & bring in NRI Investments in Various projects.This will increase the opportunities in terms of Employment. Answered by Jaimini Trivedi , Regional Head,Consumer Division,Region - II(Gujarat-MP-Rajasthan) at Eureka Forbes Limited | 03, Feb 2010 04:55 PM

• I dont see any reason to find wrong in this. Gujarat is home of more than 50 million people. The state is fastest growing with proactive approach. At least they dont promote regionalism and people here live peacefully. People believe in moving further instead of sticking to history. Answered by CP Jain , Director at Truue Asset Management Services (P) Ltd. | 03, Feb 2010 04:53 PM

• yes, Shanashah is right choice for Gujarat. with his support Guj Tourisum business will grow & lot's of outsider will visit Guj. Answered by Ashish Panchal , Branch Head at Family Credit Limited | 03, Feb 2010 04:42 PM