Bhubaneswar, November 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his gratitude to the people of Nuapada and congratulated Jay Dholakia for his resounding victory in the Nuapada by-election. In a message shared on X, Modi conveyed his warmest wishes to the newly elected MLA and commended the relentless efforts of BJP workers who contributed to the triumph.

“I extend my heartfelt thanks to the people of Nagrota in Jammu and Kashmir and Nuapada in Odisha for their overwhelming support, leading to spectacular victories for the BJP in the by-polls. Congratulations to the newly elected MLAs Devyani Rana Ji and Jay Dholakia Ji. I wish them the very best in their service to the people. A special appreciation to the BJP Karyakartas for their tireless dedication, which played a crucial role in these victories,” Modi said.

Jay Dholakia secured a historic win in the Nuapada by-election, amassing 1,23,869 votes, which accounted for 59% of the total votes cast. Ghasi Ram Majhi of the Congress party finished second with 40,121 votes, while Snehangini Chhuria of the BJD came third with 38,408 votes.