TNI Bureau: A warm atmosphere of celebration marked the felicitation of Manas Mangaraj and Sulata Deo at Sankha Bhawan after their appointment as Leader and Deputy Leader of the Parliamentary Party of the Biju Janata Dal.

Senior party leaders, including Debi Prasad Mishra and Pradip Amat, extended their greetings and congratulated both leaders on their new responsibilities. Party members, office-bearers, and workers also joined in conveying their best wishes, reflecting a sense of unity and confidence in the leadership.

Speaking on the occasion, Manas Mangaraj expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Naveen Patnaik for entrusting him with the responsibility. He assured that he would work with dedication to uphold the party’s legacy and continue raising issues concerning Odisha effectively in Parliament.

Sulata Deo, who has been appointed as Deputy Leader and Chief Whip, also thanked the party president for his trust. She reiterated her commitment to carrying out her duties with sincerity and discipline, as she has done in all her previous roles.

Leaders present at the event highlighted the consistent performance and discipline of BJD MPs in Parliament, expressing confidence that the party’s voice would remain strong and focused on safeguarding the interests of Odisha.

The felicitation ceremony at Sankha Bhawan underscored the party’s collective support for its newly appointed parliamentary leadership and its continued commitment to representing the state’s concerns at the national level.