Bhubaneswar: The political landscape in Odisha is undergoing significant upheaval, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and opposition parties, including the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress, grappling with internal discord and leadership challenges.

BJP Government in Odisha

On June 13, 2024, Mohan Majhi was sworn in as Chief Minister, ushering in a new era for Odisha. However, nearly a year later, the cabinet remains incomplete, with several key ministerial positions vacant. Many ministers are first-time legislators, and Majhi himself lacks prior ministerial experience. The only seasoned leader in the cabinet is Deputy Chief Minister Kanakvardhan Singh Deo, alongside Assembly Speaker Surama Padhi. Reports suggest the Majhi administration is heavily influenced by central government loyalists, particularly those close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with bureaucrats playing a significant role in governance.

The government’s promise of 300 units of free electricity has been overshadowed by rising tariffs, inflation, and inefficiencies in essential........

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