"I consciously decide to withdraw from active politics. I apologise if I have hurt anyone on this journey. I am sorry if this campaign narrative against me has had a part to play in BJD's loss. My apologies to the entire Biju Parivaar including all the ‘karmis’ for this," Pandian stated, expressing regret for any role he may have played in the party's electoral defeat.
The New Indian team reached different parts of Odisha including Kendrapara to interview Baijayant Panda, the national Vice-President of BJP and party’s Kendrapara Lok Sabha Candidate.
seventh phase of 2024 General Election approaches, Kendrapara in Odisha is gearing up for the polls on June 1. Rohan Dua, Executive Editor of The New Indian, interviewed Baijayant Panda, providing valuable insights into the local and national political dynamics.