Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Arukh denies leaving BJD amid speculation
A senior leader of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) named Bikram Keshari Arukh has said that he is not leaving the party.
He made this clear in a video message.
He said he is a founder member of BJD and Naveen Patnaik is his favorite leader.
Some people thought he might join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) because he missed a few meetings.
But Arukh said he was just busy and not upset.
The BJP leader said they welcome anyone, but they don't know if Arukh is joining.
Arukh has been an MLA six times and has held important positions in the government.
Bikram Keshari Arukh, a senior BJD leader, denies rumors of leaving the party.
Arukh reaffirms his commitment to BJD and Naveen Patnaik in a video message.
Speculation arose due to his absence in a few BJD Political Affairs Committee meetings.
Media speculated about Arukh's potential move to the ruling BJP.
BJP State president Manmohan Samal says the party's doors are open to all.
- Who
- Bikram Keshari Arukh, a senior BJD leader and former minister
- What
- Arukh denies leaving BJD amid speculation of joining BJP
- When
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Why
- To clarify rumors and reaffirm his commitment to BJD
BJD Loyalty
BJP Speculation
Party Loyalty
BJD Loyalty
Arukh asserts his commitment to BJD and Naveen Patnaik.
BJP Speculation
Media speculates about Arukh's potential move to BJP.
- Party
- Biju Janata Dal (BJD)
- Leader
- Bikram Keshari Arukh
- Position
- Former Minister and PAC Member
- Speculated Party
- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
- Election Year
- 2024