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BJD Shocked by New Odisha Guv’s ‘Will Work for BJP’ Remark; Congress Demands Recall
The BJD said the remarks raise questions about impartiality after Ram said he would help strengthen the BJP and win more votes.
- On Wednesday, Odisha Governor-designate Braj Mohan Ram faced backlash after stating he would "work to strengthen the BJP" upon assuming office. The opposition Biju Janata Dal condemned the remarks, citing concerns over constitutional impartiality.
- President Droupadi Murmu appointed Ram as Odisha Governor on Monday, making the 68-year-old former legislator the new constitutional authority. His appointment follows former Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das, who also faced BJD criticism during his tenure.
- BJD spokesperson Lenin Mohanty stated, "We condemn the statement which negates the fact that Governor is above party politics." All India Congress Committee leader Pawan Khera alleged Ram intends to leverage his office for electoral gains.
- Defending his record, Ram emphasized his commitment to the party, citing previous work strengthening the BJP's organization in Jharkhand. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the appointment.
- Nearly 17 per cent of Odisha's population belongs to the Scheduled Caste category, a demographic significant to state politics. Ram prepares to replace outgoing Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati as the controversy highlights tensions between party loyalty and constitutional obligations.
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Leaning Left3Leaning Right3Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Left, 43% Right
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Left, 43% of the sources lean Right
43% Right
L 43%
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R 43%
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