Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi received high-profile birthday wishes on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the praise for his work in the state. The Chief Minister turned 54, marking the occasion with a low-key schedule in Bhubaneswar that included a press conference and a memorial service.
Prime Minister's Strong Endorsement on Social Media
In a significant gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media platform X to extend his birthday greetings to the Odisha leader. The Prime Minister commended Majhi for his "outstanding efforts to enhance Odisha’s growth trajectory and empower the youth of the state." Modi's post also included a prayer for the Chief Minister's long and healthy life in public service.
This public appreciation from the Prime Minister is widely viewed as a robust endorsement of Majhi's leadership and governance approach since taking office. It serves to strengthen his position within the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) hierarchy and solidifies his image as a central figure in the party's development agenda for Odisha. Political observers note that such backing from the national leadership could galvanize the party's grassroots workers in the state ahead of upcoming electoral challenges.
Senior Ministers and CM's Response
The birthday accolades for the Odisha CM were not limited to the Prime Minister. Two other senior Union ministers added their voices to the chorus of praise. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh applauded Majhi's dedication to public service and his focus on the welfare of the poor. Simultaneously, Union Home Minister Amit Shah recognized the Chief Minister's initiatives aimed at accelerating good governance in Odisha.
In his response to Prime Minister Modi's message, Chief Minister Majhi expressed gratitude. He stated that the PM's leadership and guidance continually strengthen his resolve to serve the people of Odisha with even greater dedication.
A Working Birthday in Bhubaneswar
Keeping his celebrations subdued, CM Mohan Majhi spent his birthday engaged in official duties in the state capital. He addressed a press conference in Bhubaneswar where he defended the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee Rozgar Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G) Act. This was followed by his attendance at a memorial service held for former MLA Sanchita Mohanty, reflecting a day dedicated to both governance and paying respects.
The convergence of warm birthday wishes from the country's top leadership and a busy work schedule underscores Majhi's rising profile as a key BJP leader from Odisha. The public support from Modi, Shah, and Singh highlights the party's unified backing for his administration and its development vision for the state.
