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Will Sambit Patra’s ‘slip of tongue’ power BJD juggernaut in temple town Puri?
Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on May 23, 2024
The Puri Jagannath temple gears up for the Rath Yatra amidst a new government in Odisha and upcoming elections. The state faces challenges centering around Lord Jagannath. Skilled carpenters craft three chariots for the yatra. BJP's Sambit Patra and BJD's Arup Patnaik engage in a high-profile battle for the Puri Lok Sabha seat.
Video credit: Oneindia
Published on May 21, 2024 - 03:30
‘Lord Jagannath Bhakt Of PM Modi’: BJP's Sambit Patra Sparks Major Controversy | Watch!
Sambit Patra, BJP's Lok Sabha candidate in Odisha's Puri seat, sparked controversy by proclaiming "Lord Jagannath is Modi's devotee" after a rally with PM Modi. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik condemned the statement, calling it an insult to Lord Jagannath and Odia pride. Patra apologized, citing a "slip of the tongue" due to heat. The incident underscores the sensitivity of mixing religion and politics.
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