List of Odisha’s Districts: PM Modi Challenges Naveen Patnaik to Name Them All

PM Modi challenged Naveen Patnaik, the Chief Minister of Odisha, to name all the districts of the state and their respective capitals without referring to any written notes. The Prime Minister framed this challenge as a test of Patnaik’s intimate knowledge of the state he governs. Drawing attention to what he sees as a lack of trust by the state government in the capabilities of the people, PM Modi emphasized the need for transparency and empowerment.

He criticized the incumbent administration, suggesting that this mistrust was hindering Odisha’s development potential. PM Modi also highlighted the country’s capabilities and the need to harness them for progress, drawing parallels to historic events like the Pokhran nuclear test. He promised to uplift the living conditions of the people and portrayed the upcoming elections as a pivotal moment for Odisha’s trajectory.

The Prime Minister drew inspiration from his own humble beginnings and pledged to repay the trust of the people by selflessly serving the country. He contrasted this with what he sees as fearmongering tactics employed by the Congress party. The text also mentions the upcoming Assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Odisha, scheduled to be held in four phases from May 13 to June 1, with vote counting scheduled for June 4.

It provides a recap of the 2019 elections, where the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) secured the majority of seats in both the Assembly and Lok Sabha polls. The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) and Congress also won seats in the elections.