Historic Inauguration of new BJP Government in Odisha: Swearing-in Ceremony Set for June 10
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form its first administration in Odisha, with a swearing-in ceremony scheduled for June 10 at the Bhubaneswar Janata Maidan. The BJP won 78 seats in the 147-member Odisha Assembly, and its strength was reinforced by two independent winners who chose to unite with the party, bringing the total to 80.
Grand Gathering Expected: Dignitaries Set to Attend Inauguration of New BJP Government
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other chief ministers from National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-ruled states are expected to attend the ceremony. After vigorously campaigning for the BJP during the elections, the party received more over 40% of total votes, representing a significant rise of approximately 8% over its performance in 2019.
The central leadership is preparing to meet with BJP MLAs to finalize the appointment of the new chief minister. Potential contenders include Dharmendra Pradhan, Juel Oram, Baijayant Panda, Suresh Pujari, and Sambit Patra.
The new government is determined to carrying out the pledges made in the manifesto, with a particular emphasis on initiatives involving the Jagannath Temple in Puri and agricultural support..
