Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Jagannath temple in Puri, Odisha, and participated in a roadshow to garner support for BJP candidates. His visit was marked by significant public turnout and elaborate security measures. Here are the key points summarizing the event:
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- Temple Visit: Prime Minister Modi offered prayers at the Jagannath temple in Puri on Monday morning.
- Purpose of Visit: The visit was part of Modi’s efforts to canvass support for BJP candidates in the region.
- Roadshow Route: The roadshow started from Marichkote square and ended at Medical square on Grand Road in Puri.
- Accompanying Leaders: Modi was joined by state BJP president Manmohan Samal, BJP MP candidate Sambit Patra, and Puri MLA nominee Jayanta Sarangi.
- Public Turnout: Thousands of people lined the barricaded Grand Road, waving and holding the BJP’s lotus symbol.
- Security Arrangements: Elaborate security measures were in place to ensure the safety of the participants and the public during the roadshow.
- Subsequent Destinations: After the roadshow, Modi was scheduled to leave for Angul to address a public meeting.
- Further Campaigning: Modi planned to continue his campaign efforts with another rally in Cuttack later in the day.
- Election Context: The visit coincided with the second phase of polling in Odisha, which includes five Lok Sabha constituencies and 35 assembly seats.
- Polling Day: The second phase of polling began amid tight security on Monday, highlighting the importance of the elections in the region.
