Odisha: CM Majhi flags off Tiranga Yatra in honour of Indian armed forces

ANI May 14, 2025 232 views

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi kickstarted the BJP's Tiranga Yatra in Bhubaneswar, rallying bikers to honour the armed forces. The nationwide campaign celebrates India's decisive response in Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam terror attack. BJP leaders are mobilizing citizens, veterans, and influencers to amplify patriotic sentiment. The yatra underscores national unity and India's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism.

"The Tiranga Yatra is a people's movement to honour our soldiers' sacrifices" – BJP sources
Odisha: CM Majhi flags off Tiranga Yatra in honour of Indian armed forces
Bhubaneswar, May 14: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi flagged off the Tiranga Yatra (Bike Rally) from Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday to honour the Indian armed forces.

Key Points

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Majhi leads bike rally with national flag in Odisha

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BJP's nationwide campaign highlights Operation Sindoor victory

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Event unites citizens, ex-servicemen, and leaders

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Yatra aims to strengthen patriotism and counter-terrorism resolve

Riding motorcycles with the national flag, participants paid homage and showed solidarity to the armed forces. The event showcased Odisha's commitment to supporting and recognising the sacrifices made by the nation's defence services.

On Tuesday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a nationwide Tiranga Yatra, a significant public outreach effort to honour the valour of Indian soldiers, inform citizens about Operation Sindoor's recent success and the government's decisive response to Pakistan.

BJP's 'Tiranga Yatra', which was started on Tuesday, will continue till May 23.

The campaign kicked off in Delhi with a symbolic march featuring a 108-foot-tall national flag. The yatra began at Kartavya Path and will conclude at the National War Memorial, with thousands, including BJP workers, citizens, NGOs, RWAs, religious leaders, and social organisations gathered to pay tribute to the armed forces.

According to party sources, ex-servicemen, social workers, and prominent public figures will lead the marches in various states, underscoring the message of unity, patriotism, and national pride.

The yatra is being seen as more than just a party initiative, with the BJP aiming to turn it into a large-scale people's movement.

In preparation, BJP President JP Nadda held a key strategy meeting on May 12 at the party headquarters with general secretaries.

Senior leaders, including Sambit Patra, Vinod Tawde, and Tarun Chugh, have been tasked with coordinating the campaign across regions.

The party also plans to hold press conferences nationwide and will engage social media influencers to amplify the campaign's message digitally and reach younger audiences.

Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7 in response to a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, in which 26 civilians lost their lives.

In a swift and decisive retaliation, Indian forces eliminated over 100 terrorists across the border in Pakistan.

Though Pakistan launched a counteroffensive, India responded with force, leading to a ceasefire and reasserting its defence posture.

Through the Tiranga Yatra, the BJP aims to remind citizens of India's resolute stand against terrorism and to foster a deeper sense of nationalism and unity across the country.

Reader Comments

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Priya S.
Such initiatives truly warm the heart! 🇮🇳 The Tiranga Yatra is a beautiful way to honor our brave soldiers who protect us 24/7. Odisha CM leading this shows bipartisan support for our forces. More states should organize such events regularly, not just after incidents.
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Rahul K.
While I appreciate honoring our armed forces, I hope this isn't just political symbolism. Our jawans need better equipment, housing, and healthcare - not just bike rallies. Action speaks louder than flags.
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Ananya M.
The 108-foot flag at Kartavya Path gave me goosebumps! 👏 This is how we should teach patriotism to our children - through pride in our forces and unity as a nation. Operation Sindoor showed the world India won't tolerate terrorism anymore.
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Sanjay P.
As an ex-serviceman from Odisha, I'm touched by this gesture. But I request the government - please also focus on implementing OROP properly and clearing pension delays. Jai Hind!
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Neha T.
The spirit is good but why only BJP organizing? National security should be above politics. All parties must unite for such initiatives. Also, media should show more about soldiers' daily sacrifices rather than just during crises.
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Vikram J.
Salute to Odisha CM! We need more such visible displays of patriotism across India. After Pulwama, Uri and now Pahalgam, it's time we stand firmly behind our forces. The bike rally is just the beginning - let's make every day about honoring our protectors.

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