Bhubaneswar: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan welcomed hundreds of new members to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during a special event in Athamallik, Angul district, on Tuesday. 
Hundreds of BJD and Congress Workers Join BJP in Athamallik


The event, known as a "Mishrana Parba" (merger meeting), saw a significant shift in local politics. Several Sarpanches, Samiti members, and grassroots workers from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and the Congress party officially joined the BJP.

Key Highlights of the Event

  • Warm Welcome: Minister Dharmendra Pradhan personally greeted the new members and officially inducted them into the party.
  • Focus on Development: The new members stated they joined the BJP because they are inspired by the "Double Engine" government's welfare schemes and development policies.
  • Strengthening the Party: Mr. Pradhan thanked the workers for their trust. He noted that their arrival will make the party organization stronger and more active in the region.
The Minister emphasized that this mass joining reflects the people's growing faith in the BJP’s vision for progress in Odisha. Local leaders believe this move will significantly boost the party's influence in the Angul district ahead of future challenges.