Naveen Patnaik

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Naveen Patnaik's Epic 3-Minute Showdown with PM Modi: The District Challenge

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PM Modi throws down the gauntlet: Can Naveen Patnaik name all Odisha districts without paper?

In a recent showdown between Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, tensions ran high as Modi challenged Patnaik to name all the districts of Odisha without any aid. The fiery exchange highlighted the political rivalry between the two leaders, with Modi criticizing Patnaik's leadership and knowledge of the state. Patnaik, in a swift response, defended himself with a quick-fire round, naming all districts in just three minutes, proving his expertise and authority in Odisha's governance.

The verbal sparring continued as Modi criticized Patnaik for only remembering Odisha during elections, while Patnaik fired back, accusing Modi of failing to fulfill promises made to the state. Despite the intense back-and-forth, Patnaik remained steadfast, emphasizing that the people of Odisha have always stood by him, reinforcing his strong public support and unwavering confidence in his leadership.

Ending on a high note, the challenge posed by Modi and Patnaik's impressive response showcased the competitive spirit and determination of both leaders. This face-off highlighted the importance of political accountability and leadership qualities in the current Indian political landscape, setting the stage for future confrontations and debates that will shape the course of Odisha's governance and development.

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Naveen Patnaik's 3-minute counter to PM's 'Name Odisha's districts ... (India Today)

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Sunday hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over an attack launched by the latter on him during his recent poll ...

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PM Modi slams Naveen Patnaik, asks Odisha CM to name all State ... (The Hindu)

PM Modi criticizes Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik's inability to name districts without paper, vows to make Odisha number one state.

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Modi mounts direct attack on Odisha CM for first time in '24 polls ... (Times of India)

India News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi directly targets Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, questioning his leadership and knowledge of the state's ...

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"Name All Districts Of Odisha": PM Modi's Dare To Naveen Patnaik (NDTV)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a public meeting in Odisha's Kandhamal, issued a bold challenge to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.

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'No use remembering Odisha during elections..': Naveen Patnaik ... (Livemint)

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik criticized PM Modi for remembering the state only during elections and failing to fulfil promises made in 2014 and 2019.

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PM Narendra Modi's challenge to Naveen Patnaik: 'Name all ... (Hindustan Times)

Modi asked Odisha's five-term chief minister Naveen Patnaik to tell the names of all the districts without seeing any paper. | Latest News India.

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People know what I am, have stood by me: CM Naveen Patnaik (The New Indian Express)

He also targeted the Prime Minister saying he remembers Odisha only during elections, forgetting promises made in the past.

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After PM's 'Name Districts' Dare, Naveen Patnaik Reminds Him Of ... (NDTV)

Hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi dared Naveen Patnaik to name all the districts of Odisha and their district headquarters without referring to any ...

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik's 3-minute counter to PM Modi's 'name ... (Hindustan Times)

Honourable Prime Minister, how much do you remember about Odisha?โ€ CM Patnaik asked. | Latest News India.

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PM Modi challenges CM Naveen Patnaik to name Odisha districts ... (Times of India)

India News: PM challenges Odisha CM in Kandhamal, pledges to boost Shri Ratna Bhandar's image, emphasizes tourism prospects.

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