Overview

• Addressing a public meeting in Jharsuguda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that Congress governments "looted" people and taxed those earning as little as Rs 2 lakh a year.
• He claimed the BJP raised the income tax threshold to over Rs 12 lakh, presenting the change as relief for lower- and middle-income taxpayers.
• Modi alleged that after the Centre cut GST rates, opposition-ruled states failed to pass on benefits, citing Himachal Pradesh for imposing extra levies on cement and earlier on fuel.
• He promoted the "double-engine" pitch for Odisha, saying the state is moving from long‑term poverty toward prosperity under aligned state and central leadership.
• The event featured development announcements including projects worth over Rs 60,000 crore, the launch of BSNL’s indigenous 4G service in the state, approval for two semiconductor units, and housing approvals for nearly 50,000 families.