Faisal 25 Jun 2026Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan officially joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday in the presence of party president Naveen Patnaik. She received a warm welcome at Sankha Bhawan, the party headquarters, where senior leaders and women’s wing members greeted her enthusiastically. Her entry into the regional party has sparked fresh political discussions in Odisha ahead of future elec3 likes2 comments#odisha#indianews#bjd#politics#naveenpatnaik
Faisal 9 Jun 2026Two years after suffering major electoral setbacks, Naveen Patnaik has called a meeting of leaders who contested on the Biju Janata Dal ticket. The move comes amid reports of defections to the ruling BJP and concerns about communication gaps within the party. Political observers view the gathering as an effort to strengthen unity and chart a roadmap for the opposition party’s future in Odisha. #Od2 likes2 comments#bjd#odisha#politics
