Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Odisha on June 20 to attend a celebration marking the completion of one year of the BJP-led state government. The visit comes as part of the larger outreach and development push by the Centre, reinforcing its commitment to the growth of Eastern India.
This will be PM Modi’s sixth visit to Odisha in a year, highlighting the state’s growing political and developmental significance.
A Special Bond with Odisha: BJP Leaders Speak
BJP MLA Irasis Acharya emphasized the Prime Minister’s deep engagement with the state, stating:
“In the last year, PM Modi has given special focus to Odisha. He participated in key programs to push the state forward. His visit on June 20 will reinforce his vision of making Odisha a forefront state in India’s development journey.”
Acharya also claimed that over 95% of the Odia population supports the Prime Minister, reflecting his strong grassroots popularity in the region.
Odisha’s Rise Aligned with Central Vision
Echoing the sentiment, Odisha Minister Suresh Pujari noted that the state government’s one-year milestone coincides with the completion of 11 years of the Narendra Modi-led central government.
“PM Modi loves East India and is emotionally connected to Odisha’s development. This upcoming visit is not just ceremonial—it’s a message that the Centre and State are working hand in hand to elevate Odisha’s status in the national growth narrative,” Pujari told ANI.
He further highlighted that the Centre’s consistent support through funding, infrastructure projects, and policy coordination has already delivered visible results, with more expected in the coming year.
Modi Government Completes 11 Years at the Centre
The announcement of the PM’s visit comes just days after the BJP-led central government completed 11 years in office. BJP National President JP Nadda addressed a press conference earlier this week, detailing the achievements of the Modi government across sectors such as economy, infrastructure, digital governance, and poverty alleviation.
Expectations from the PM’s Visit
The June 20 event is expected to witness:
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A major address by PM Modi outlining Odisha’s role in “Viksit Bharat”
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Announcements of new infrastructure and welfare projects
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A reaffirmation of the BJP’s commitment to Eastern India’s rise
Senior BJP leaders, industrialists, and local stakeholders will attend the event, which is part of a broader narrative positioning Odisha as a strategic development hub in India.
Conclusion
With Prime Minister Modi’s sixth visit to Odisha in just a year, the message is clear: Odisha is central to India’s development story under the current leadership. As the state marks one year of its new government and the Centre celebrates 11 years in power, all eyes are on what fresh roadmap PM Modi will unveil to drive Odisha toward greater prosperity.
