Overview
- Speaking at the BJD’s 29th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar, Patnaik told workers the party would remain Odisha’s voice for a century.
- He dismissed speculation about a breakdown, saying the BJD is not about one or two leaders and is tied to Odia aspirations.
- Patnaik attacked the BJP-led state government over law and order, citing rising crimes against women, repeated paper leaks, and farmer distress.
- He framed the BJD’s 2000–2024 tenure as a golden era, highlighting poverty reduction, support for mothers, higher farm incomes, and free healthcare under BSKY.
- Urging patience and renewed outreach, he asked youth to counter misinformation on social media and reaffirmed the party’s three S motto of Seva, Swabhiman, and Sangram.