BJD rejects PM's 'double-engine' benefit claims, describes it as a 'double betrayal

OPPOSITION Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Saturday rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claim that the "double-engine" model of governance has benefited Odisha and termed it instead as a "double betrayal.

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During his speech here on Friday, Modi had asserted that the combined efforts of the BJP-led governments at the Centre and in Odisha had benefitted the state.

"The double-engine model of development has started to show visible results. Launching of projects worth thousands of crores in Odisha reflect the impact of the combination of Union and state government approach. This model has brought double benefits to the people," Modi had said.

However, senior BJD leader and political affairs committee member Sanjay Kumar Das Burma said the promises made by the BJP have turned out to be "hollow lies."

At a press conference on Saturday, Das Burma said, "Double-engine government has delivered 'double betrayal' to the people of Odisha, and the election promises made by the BJP have essentially turned into lies."

"Odisha received 18.19 per cent less in central grants in FY 2024-25 compared to the previous year, exposing the truth behind the so-called double-engine model," Das Burma said.