Political Tug-of-War in Odisha: Pradhan Sparks Fresh Controversy

Political Tug-of-War in Odisha: Pradhan Sparks Fresh Controversy

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan advised BJD’s Naveen Patnaik to ally with PM Modi, igniting controversy in Odisha. Pradhan criticized BJD's stance on women's reservation, noting its independent regional position. BJD's shifting strategies, including opposition to a delimitation bill and recent electoral defeats, have intensified tensions with BJP.

Dharmendra Pradhan urges Naveen Patnaik to stand with Modi, triggers controversy - OrissaPOST

Bhubaneswar: Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan has allegedly advised BJD president Naveen Patnaik to remain aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi instead of tilting towards other political formations, triggering a fresh political controversy in Odisha. Pradhan allegedly made the remark at a public meeting in his Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency two days ago in the presence of BJD senior vice-president and Deputy Leader of Opposition in Odish…