In a recent event, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of Odisha showered accolades on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy acumen and unrelenting commitment to combating corruption. He bestowed a commendable rating of 8 out of 10 on the Prime Minister’s performance in these key areas.
A Bipartisan Note of Appreciation
Naveen Patnaik’s praise for Prime Minister Modi comes in the wake of India’s successful hosting of the G20 Summit and amid discussions surrounding a burgeoning alliance between his regional party, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Notably, the BJD recently threw its weight behind the Delhi Services Bill in Parliament and stood in opposition to the no-confidence motion against the Modi government.
Fostering Cooperation for Odisha’s Development
During his remarks, Chief Minister Patnaik underscored the paramount importance of fostering a harmonious relationship between the state government and the central government to propel the development of Odisha. He accentuated his party’s consistent support for several pivotal decisions and policies of the central government, including but not limited to, demonetization, the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), the Triple Talaq ban, amendments to the Right to Information (RTI) Act, and the abrogation of Article 370.
Empowering Women: A Shared Endeavor
Furthermore, Chief Minister Patnaik extended a warm welcome to the Women’s Reservation Bill, deeming it a significant step toward gender parity. He elucidated that the BJD has long been committed to the development and empowerment of women, exemplified by their earlier move to reserve 33% of seats for women in local elections—a figure now raised to 50%.
In Nutshell
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of Odisha lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy prowess and endeavors against corruption with a noteworthy rating of 8 out of 10. This commendation arrives amidst the backdrop of evolving political dynamics, with the BJD’s increasing alignment with the BJP and its unwavering support for various central government initiatives.
