Let's take a look at Gujarat State's economy and relations with the BJP. Gujarat is one of India's most prosperous states, having a per-capita GDP significantly above the average. It recorded the country's lowest unemployment rate in 2015. The BJP has been in power in Gujarat for the past 22 years. India's current prime minister, Narendra Modi, was Gujarat's chief minister from 2001 to 2014. Under his rule, Gujarat invested heavily in infrastructure, such as roads, and power and water supply. Modi won the national vote because of his work in Gujarat.