Winning, losing part of politics; no need to get demoralised, says Dharmendra on Naveen Patnaik’s lie remark

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Winning, losing part of politics; no need to get demoralised, says Dharmendra on Naveen Patnaik’s lie remark

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday emphasised that winning and losing are inherent aspects of politics, urging BJP members not to be demoralised. His comments followed Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik’s claim that BJP rose to power in Odisha through deceit.

Pradhan highlighted the party’s current opportunities and responsibilities towards the people.

“Winning, and losing are part of politics and there is no need to get too much elated or demoralised about the outcome. Some people in Odisha used to call BJP a ‘signboard’ party. Now the party has the opportunity to serve the people. Whatever responsibility has been given by people, we should do it,” Pradhan said.

On October 2, BJD president Naveen Patnaik took a jibe at the BJP by stating that they can change the name of a scheme or colour of school uniforms, but cannot change the history of the state.

“You can change the name, colour but you cannot change history. People know everything and the BJP came to power by making false promises. Are you getting 300 units of free electricity? How many of you got Rs 3000? How many women got Rs 50,000,” asked Patnaik.