'VK Pandian is not my successor': Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik dismisses speculations
Thursday, 30 May 2024 Chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday clarified that VK Pandian is not his political successor, emphasizing that the people of Odisha will make that decision. While Naveen has never explicitly named Pandian as his successor, the Tamil IAS officer-turned-BJD politician's significant role had sparked speculation about his potential to follow in Naveen's footsteps.
Days after the Odisha assembly election results, outgoing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik clarified that BJD leader VK Pandian, despite his long association as Patnaik's private secretary and subsequent entry into politics, is not his chosen successor. Patnaik emphasised that the people of Odisha will ultimately decide on his successor. Patnaik acknowledged Pandian's contributions in various sectors but reiterated that Pandian had not held any official party position.
#OdishaElection #NaveenPatnaik #DefeatAcceptance #OdishaFamily #ElectionResults #PoliticalStatement #PeoplePower #LeadershipGrace #OdishaVotes #PatnaikLegacy #PoliticalTransition #BJDSupport #DemocracyWins #PeoplePower #GraciousExit
In a historic political shift, four-time Keonjhar MLA Mohan Majhi has been selected as the Chief Minister of Odisha. Accompanying him in leadership roles, KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida have been appointed as Deputy Chief Ministers. This announcement follows the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) landmark victory, where it secured a majority by winning 78 out of 147 seats in the recent state assembly elections. BJP’s win marks the end of 24-year rule of Naveen Patnaik as the Chief Minister Of the State.
#MohanCharanMajhi #OdishaCM #FirstBJPCMOdisha #HistoricVictory #NaveenPatnaik #BJPVictory #OdishaPolitics #NewLeadership #PoliticalShift #KeonjharMLA #OdishaElections #BJPLeadership #TribalLeader #EndOfEra #NewBeginnings
~HT.97~PR.152~ED.103~
Sambit Patra, BJP's Lok Sabha candidate in Odisha's Puri seat, sparked controversy by proclaiming "Lord Jagannath is Modi's devotee" after a rally with PM Modi. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik condemned the statement, calling it an insult to Lord Jagannath and Odia pride. Patra apologized, citing a "slip of the tongue" due to heat. The incident underscores the sensitivity of mixing religion and politics.
#SambitPatra #BJP #Odisha #OdishaElections #NaveenPatnaik #JagannathPuri #Purielections #PMModi #oneindianews #oneindiaenglish #breakingnews #englishnewslive #englishnews #latestnews #news
~PR.320~ED.101~
Explore the long-sealed Ratna Bhandar of Lord Jagannath temple in Puri, Odisha, reopened after nearly half a century. Delve into the treasure trove of gold, diamonds, and ancient artifacts dedicated to the deity. Discover the history behind Odisha's King Anangabhima Dev's lavish donations and the significance of this momentous occasion for devotees worldwide.
#LordJagannathTemple #RatnaBhandar #OdishaHistory #AncientTreasures #JagannathPuri
~PR.274~ED.102~HT.95~
Prithviraj Harichandan visited Shri Jagannath Temple and Loknath temple to offer prayers to Maa Bimla as 'Ratna Bhandar' opened on July 14 after 40 years... IndiaTimes
Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari met Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi on Friday to discuss Odisha’s land acquisition issues. Highlighting past.. IndiaTimes
Bhartruhari Mahtab, born in 1957 in Odisha, is a seven-time MP and the new pro-tem Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha. Son of Odisha's first CM, he's a politician, writer, and social contributor. Mahtab won the Cuttack seat six times with BJD before joining BJP in 2024. He won again on a BJP ticket. Mahtab has received the Outstanding Parliamentarian and Sansad Ratna awards. His appointment as pro-tem Speaker has sparked controversy due to his recent party switch.
#LokSabha #LokSabhaLive #18ThLokSabha #NDA #INDIA #BJP #Congress #RahulGandhi #PMModi #Modi #Oneindia #Oneindianews
~HT.178~ED.102~GR.124~
IAS Taruna Kamal, daughter of a cleaning contractor from Himachal Pradesh, secured AIR-203 in her first UPSC attempt. Her journey from a small town to becoming... Zee News
IAS Tina Dabi started preparing for UPSC in the first year of her graduation. She was successful in her very first attempt and emerged as a UPSC topper. DNA