Bhubaneswar, Jan 8: The long-awaited appointment of chairpersons to various state-run boards and corporations in Odisha is finally nearing completion, with an official announcement expected later this month.

According to senior BJP leaders, the state party leadership is seriously contemplating wrapping up the process, with growing resentment among the party leaders.

A BJP leader said the appointments are now in their final stage, with the leadership carefully balancing political representation and organisational priorities.

The focus on these postings has intensified as the selection process for government lawyers is almost complete, allowing the leadership to turn its attention to filling vacant positions in boards and corporations.

Earlier, state BJP president Manmohan Samal had indicated that both the selection of government lawyers and nominations to boards and corporations had entered the final phase.

Emphasising the party’s commitment to its workers, Samal remarked that it was only natural for those who have worked hard for the party over a long period to receive recognition and responsibility.

The prolonged delay in filling these posts has caused visible discontent within the ruling party ranks.

Sources said the BJP leadership has prepared a blueprint to accommodate nearly 150 leaders through these appointments. The proposed postings include chairpersons of state boards and corporations, district planning boards, and special development councils.

While the Western Odisha Development Council (WODC) is already in place, the state government has initiated steps to establish separate development councils for southern and northern Odisha. However, most of these bodies have remained vacant since the formation of the new government.

After assuming office in June 2024, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi had removed all advisors and chairpersons appointed during the previous BJD government. Since then, these key positions have remained unfilled, contributing to growing impatience among party aspirants.

BJP insiders acknowledged that the delay has tested the patience of leaders awaiting organisational roles. With the process now in its concluding phase, the party hopes the imminent announcements will ease internal dissatisfaction and strengthen its organisational structure across the state.