Aparajita Sarangi, the BJP leader and Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha candidate, delivered a scathing indictment of the incumbent Naveen Patnaik-led BJD government in Odisha.
· Citing Odisha’s 25th position in terms of per capita income among Indian states, she painted a sobering picture of unfulfilled promises and missed opportunities under BJD’s rule.
· Drawing from a recent ILO report, Sarangi underscored Odisha’s dubious distinction as the foremost state grappling with youth unemployment, standing at a staggering 42%.
· Sarangi offered a beacon of hope in the form of BJP’s transformative vision for Odisha’s future.
· She outlined the party’s audacious goal of catapulting Odisha’s economy to a trillion dollars by 2029.
· She shone a spotlight on the Odisha government’s purported mismanagement of allocated funds, particularly underscoring the underutilization of Rs 10,000 crore designated for the Jal Jeevan Mission.
In a meticulously crafted address, Aparajita Sarangi, the seasoned BJP leader and Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha candidate, delivered a scathing indictment of the incumbent Naveen Patnaik-led BJD government in Odisha, laying bare a spectrum of socio-economic challenges gripping the state. With fervor and conviction, Sarangi articulated a narrative that resonated deeply with the electorate, shedding light on the stark realities overshadowing Odisha’s developmental trajectory.
Central to Sarangi’s narrative was the stark juxtaposition between Odisha’s immense potential and its current economic stagnation. Citing Odisha’s disheartening 25th position in terms of per capita income among Indian states, she painted a sobering picture of unfulfilled promises and missed opportunities under BJD’s prolonged rule. Drawing from a recent International Labour Organization report, Sarangi underscored Odisha’s dubious distinction as the foremost state grappling with unemployment, particularly among its youth demographic, standing at a staggering 42%. With an accusatory finger pointed squarely at the ruling party’s doorstep, she attributed these grim statistics to systemic failures and governance lapses that have festered unchecked for over two decades.
Yet, amidst the gloom, Sarangi offered a beacon of hope in the form of BJP’s transformative vision for Odisha’s future. With unwavering resolve, she outlined the party’s audacious goal of catapulting Odisha’s economy to a trillion dollars by 2029, backed by concrete policy prescriptions and a commitment to inclusive growth. Promising employment opportunities for every citizen, comprehensive irrigation schemes, and housing for all, Sarangi struck a chord with the electorate, tapping into their aspirations for a brighter tomorrow.
However, Sarangi did not limit her critique to economic parameters alone. She shone a spotlight on the Odisha government’s purported mismanagement of allocated funds, particularly underscoring the underutilization of Rs 10,000 crore designated for the Jal Jeevan Mission. With palpable indignation, she lambasted the administration for its inefficiency and inertia, contrasting it with BJP’s pledge of proactive governance and efficient resource utilization.
As Sarangi’s impassioned address reverberated across the political landscape, igniting conversations and stirring debate, the ruling BJD found itself conspicuously silent in response to the barrage of allegations leveled by the BJP stalwart. Against the backdrop of mounting electoral fervor, Sarangi’s critique served as a clarion call for accountability and change, resonating with citizens eager for a paradigm shift in Odisha’s political landscape.
(With inputs from agencies)
