Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan recently participated in the 'Hingula Lok Mahotsav' in Odisha's Angul district, offering prayers at the Maa Hingula Temple and seeking blessings for the progress and development of both the nation and the state. Pradhan emphasized his belief in Maa Hingula's blessings and expressed his wishes for the fulfillment of everyone's desires, highlighting the significance of the festival in his engagement with the local community.
Meanwhile, BJP Lok Sabha candidate Rudra Narayan Pani criticized the Odisha government led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, accusing it of indulging in corruption and failing to deliver adequate governance to the people. Pani pointed out the increasing popularity of 'Modi's Guarantee' among the populace, contrasting it with what he perceives as the state government's lack of effective action and transparency, particularly under the leadership of Naveen Patnaik.
The upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Odisha are drawing attention, with Dharmendra Pradhan, contesting from Sambalpur after a 15-year gap, amplifying the political dynamics in the state. In the 2019 elections, the Biju Janata Dal secured the most seats, trailed closely by the BJP and the Congress. With Odisha's 21 constituencies set to hold elections in four phases, engaging in a competitive political landscape, voting is scheduled for May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1, stirring anticipation and scrutiny among the electorate.