BJD president and chief minister Naveen Patnaik filed his nomination for the Hinjili assembly segment for the successive 6th time at the Sub-Collector office, Chatrapur in Ganjam district.
· Before filing his papers, the chief minister offered prayer at the Taratarini temple, presiding deity of the district.
· 5T Chairman VK Pandian,along with other veteran BJD leaders accompanied the Chief Minister to the Chhatrapur Sub-Collector’s office.
· Additionally, Patnaik’s decision to contest from Kantabanji in Balangir district further amplifies the party’s footprint across the diverse landscape of Odisha.
· In the days leading up to the electoral showdown, the Chief Minister is set to embark on an extensive outreach campaign, addressing public rallies in Khallikote, Kabisuryanagar, Digapahandi, and Chhatrapur on May 1.
In a political spectacle that reverberated through the corridors of power in Odisha, the Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) stalwart, Naveen Patnaik, cemented his electoral legacy by formally submitting his nomination papers from the Hinjili assembly constituency. The event unfolded with grandeur as Patnaik, flanked by a retinue of party luminaries, made his way to the sub-collector’s office in Chatrapur, Ganjam district, to file his papers.
Hinjili has been a bastion for the Chief Minister, who has clinched victories from this constituency with unwavering consistency since the dawn of the millennium in 2000. This steadfast support underscores the deep-rooted trust and confidence that the electorate of Hinjili has vested in Patnaik and the BJD over the years. Additionally, Patnaik’s decision to contest from Kantabanji in Balangir district further amplifies the party’s footprint across the diverse landscape of Odisha.
With Odisha gearing up for the simultaneous conduct of assembly and Lok Sabha elections spanning four phases from May 13 to June 1, the electoral battlefield is set ablaze with anticipation and fervor. Hinjili, nestled under the Aska parliamentary seat, is slated for polling on May 20, marking a crucial juncture in the electoral calendar. The culmination of this democratic exercise will unveil its verdict on June 4, offering insights into the political trajectory of the state.
Prior to formalizing his candidacy, Naveen Patnaik embarked on a spiritual sojourn, seeking blessings at the revered Tara Tarini Temple in Ganjam district. This symbolic gesture not only underscores the intrinsic fusion of spirituality and politics but also serves as a testament to Patnaik’s reverence for Odisha’s rich cultural heritage.
Accompanied by a constellation of political luminaries including 5T Chairman VK Pandian, BJD’s Berhampur Lok Sabha candidate Bhrigu Baxipatra, and Odisha Finance Minister Bikram Keshari Arukha, Patnaik traversed the corridors of power with unwavering resolve, symbolizing the collective strength and solidarity of the BJD.
In the days leading up to the electoral showdown, the Chief Minister is set to embark on an extensive outreach campaign, addressing public rallies in Khallikote, Kabisuryanagar, Digapahandi, and Chhatrapur on May 1. Additionally, he plans to engage with constituents in Bhanjanagar, Polsara, Sanakhemundi, and Sorda, participating in an election rally on May 3, reaffirming his unwavering commitment to grassroots democracy and inclusive governance.
Ahead of his nomination filing, Patnaik extended felicitations to Pranab Prakash Das, the BJD candidate for the Sambalpur Lok Sabha seat, through a heartfelt video message, epitomizing the spirit of camaraderie and collaboration within the party. As Das reciprocated the goodwill by submitting his nomination for the Sambalpur constituency, the bonds of unity and fraternity within the BJD were further strengthened, paving the way for a resolute and cohesive electoral campaign.
(With inputs from agencies)