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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at a rally in Nabarangpur, expressed confidence that the BJP will govern Odisha and appoint the state's first BJP CM, emphasizing local leadership and criticizing the BJD's governance. He highlighted the party's manifesto promises including MSP hikes and central scheme implementations.

In Kendrapara, allegations have surfaced against BJD's Lok Sabha candidate Anshuman Mohanty for using children in his campaign, violating the Model Code of Conduct. BJP has reported this issue to the Odisha CEO and urged ECI for immediate action.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations announced the ICSE and ISC results for 2024, with girls outshining boys. Odisha reported a pass percentage over 99% in class 10. Girls led with higher pass rates across both class levels compared to boys.

The BJP is intensifying efforts to win the 2024 Odisha elections, with PM Narendra Modi leading public rallies in Berhampur to challenge the ruling BJD. The party targets winning in Ganjam to secure overall victory in the state, reflecting a broader strategy to strengthen its position across India.

Odisha experiences a brief respite from the heatwave as Nor'wester rains are predicted to bring significant rainfall and cooler temperatures over the next four days. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds, especially on May 7 and May 8.

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As per political experts, the disgruntled and dissident senior and experienced leaders may pose major challenges in disrupting BJD's game plan in the upcoming elections.

The PM was accorded a grand welcome by the party leaders and workers on his arrival. Later his carcade moved to Raj Bhawan where he will make night halt. He will address public meetings at Berhampur and Nabarangpur on Monday.

The BJP had earlier made allegations against Singh before the ECI. Acting on the allegation, the ECI had on April 5 directed the immediate removal of Ashish Singh from the post of IG(Western range).

BJP seems to be on its toes for ‘Mission Odisha’ as Central BJP leaders are headed to Odisha to campaign for the party candidates.

Nadda asked: Why the condition of farmers in Odisha is miserable? What is the reason for farmers of Odisha making the lowest income in the country? Where is 35 per cent irrigation for farmlands? Poverty is prevalent across the state. Given these facts, Naveen Babu is living in a glass house as he is far from the public.  He has no idea about the ground realities.

Under Subhadra Yojana, every woman will receive a cash voucher of Rs 50,000 which can be encashed over two years. The party has promised to create 25 lakh Lakhpati Didis by 2027 with industrial clusters for every 500 SHGs to facilitate product marketing and promotion

Nadda said, "We have committed to create 25 Lakpati Didis in Odisha by promoting industry cluster with help of 500 SHGs and to provide R10,000 assistance to fishermen during non-production period."    

In Odisha, a government teacher was caught campaigning for the BJD, sparking controversy and prompting BJP demands for action. This incident highlights potential violations of laws restricting political activities by government employees during elections.

Sanjukta Satapathy, president of Mission Shakti in Kendrapara, is accused of MCC violations for participating in BJD's campaign activities. BJP's Krushnachandra Panda demands action after alleging her involvement in urging votes for BJD.