Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President and Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik has embarked on a four-day visit to Delhi, fuelling speculation about crucial meetings ahead of the Vice-Presidential election scheduled for September 9. Patnaik’s visit has garnered significant attention.
Patnaik’s Delhi visit primarily focuses on consulting with BJD’s Rajya Sabha members regarding the upcoming Vice-Presidential election. The party’s stance on the election remains uncertain, with some speculating that the BJD might support the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate.
There are rumours of a possible meeting between Naveen Patnaik and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, although the BJD has not confirmed this.
The BJD’s decision in the Vice-Presidential election could significantly impact the outcome, given its seven seats in the Rajya Sabha.
