PM Modi is confident of BJP forming a government in Odisha, where assembly elections are being held simultaneously with the Lok Sabha polls. Modi said that he prioritised Odisha s welfare over personal relationships, and criticised the current bJD government s lack of progress. He predicted a BJP Chief Minister in Odisha by June 10.
Targeting the Naveen Patnaik-led BJP government in Odisha, PM Modi said that a group has taken over the entire Odisha system. Patnaik, who has been in power as the chief minister since 2000, is seeking a record sixth term in simultaneous state elections.
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While Panda is perceived to be a high-profile candidate with influence and clout in national politics, both Mohanty and Das are making their debut in the Lok Sabha elections.