In Gujarat, scrutiny of nomination papers for the first phase of Assembly elections is being held. The filing of nominations ended last evening. A total 1703 candidates have filed their papers for this phase. The last date of withdrawal is Friday. <br/><br/>Patidar leader Hardik Patel today said Congress had accepted its demand for reservation for the Patel community.<br/><br/>The Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti leader said in Ahmedabad that Congress will include the extension of reservation benefit to Patidars in its election manifesto. Hardik declared his support for the Congress in the state elections next month. Elections in Gujarat will be held on 9th and 14th of next month.