May 24th 2024.
On a bustling Friday evening in Baripada and Balasore, Odisha, the Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik took the stage to address the people. Amidst loud cheers and applause, he began by expressing his admiration for President Droupadi Murmu, who he fondly referred to as the "daughter of the soil". This was the reason why his party, the Biju Janata Dal, had supported her in the recent presidential elections.
As the rally continued, Patnaik emphasized the importance of respecting and supporting leaders who hail from the same land as us. He proudly declared that the daughter of the soil and his "sister", Droupadi Murmu, was now the President of India. He also reminded the crowd that his party had stood by her during the elections, as a mark of their respect for her and her roots.
Taking a brief pause from his speech, Patnaik asked the people about their views on the various welfare schemes implemented by his government. He also reminded them of his election promise to provide free electricity to all households, starting from July. The crowd erupted in joy and expressed their happiness with a resounding "yes". This was in line with the BJD's election manifesto, which promised free electricity to households consuming less than 100 units per month and 50 units free for those consuming between 100-150 units.
In a passionate appeal, the CM urged the people to support Sudam Marandi, the party's nominee for the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha seat, and the other candidates contesting for the assembly seats in the same constituency. He also took a dig at the opposition party, accusing them of spreading lies and shedding "crocodile tears" for the people.
Another senior leader of the BJD, Kartik Pandian, took the stage and praised the state government for its special focus on the welfare of tribals, farmers, and the youth. He also announced the government's plans to spend Rs 13 crore for the development of Pandit Raghunath Murmu's birthplace, establishment of a degree college in Tiringi, and construction of a new road in the accident-prone Bangiriposhi Ghat.
In his closing statement, Pandian highlighted the efforts made by Patnaik in promoting and preserving the art, culture, and places of worship of the tribal communities. The CM also addressed the people in Baripada town and Balasore district, where he reiterated his party's commitment towards the development of the state and its people. The rally ended on a high note, with the crowd cheering and expressing their support for the BJD and its leaders.
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