The swearing-in ceremony for the first BJP government in Odisha has been rescheduled to June 12, party leaders Jatin Mohanty and Vijaypal Singh Tomar confirmed on Sunday.

Originally slated for June 10, the event was postponed due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitments. Mohanty explained that Modi will be occupied with his own swearing-in ceremony on Sunday and meetings with party MPs the following day.

The first legislature party meeting of the newly elected members is now set for June 11, ahead of the swearing-in ceremony on June 12. This marks a historic moment for the BJP in Odisha, as it prepares to form its first government in the state.

Party leaders expressed confidence that the new government will bring significant development and positive change to Odisha.

“The delay is unfortunate but necessary to ensure the presence of key leaders,” said Tomar. “We are looking forward to this momentous occasion and the start of a new era for Odisha under BJP leadership.”