My government's pro-women initiatives, starting from Mission Shakti to Mamata, along with 50% reservations for women in the panchayat and urban local body polls have helped empower women in political, social, and economic spheres.
I had no great love for the trappings of power.
I am very grateful to the MLAs for unanimously electing me as the BJD legislature party leader.
The people of Orissa had unmatched love and respect for Bijubabu. There is no way that you can wish away his legacy.
