The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) launched its ambitious state-level Padayatra today from Suando in Puri District, coinciding with the birth anniversary of Utkalamani Pandit Gopabandhu Das.

The event commenced with senior party leaders paying floral tributes at the Panchasakha Samadhi Peetha, followed by a procession starting from the Sakhigopal Temple and ending at Suando, the revered birthplace of Das. Approved by BJD President Naveen Patnaik, this month-long public outreach initiative runs from October 9 to November 9, 2025, and will cover every block and urban area in Odisha. Designed to be vigorous and well-organised, the campaign involves grassroots office bearers, elected representatives, active members, and local residents. Each local constituency’s leadership will spearhead the Padayatra

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