Modi's 25 years in public service: Odisha CM Majhi leads Seva Jyoti Yatra in Khordha
Synopsis
Odisha's BJP government turned PM Modi's 25-year public service milestone into a statewide campaign moment — with one crore lamps lit, a record 8,810 blood units collected, and a direct PM interaction across all 30 districts. The event signals how the party is weaving the Modi brand into Odisha's development narrative ahead of 2036 state goals.
Key Takeaways
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi joined the 'Seva Jyoti Yatra' in Khordha on 7 October 2025 to mark PM Modi's 25 years in public service.
Modi was first sworn in as Chief Minister of Gujarat on 7 October 2001 , beginning a continuous 25-year run in public office.
Odisha's month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' , which began on 17 September , saw citizens light one crore lamps under the 'Ashirwad Ki Diya' initiative.
A record 8,810 units of blood were collected during the campaign, according to Majhi.
PM Modi interacted with people from all 30 revenue districts of Odisha during the 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha' event.
Odisha's state government aims to build a 'self-reliant Odisha by 2036 ' aligned with the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday, 7 October 2025, participated in the 'Seva Jyoti Yatra' programme at Khordha to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's completion of 25 years in public service. Majhi expressed gratitude for Modi's 'dedicated service, visionary leadership and commitment to the nation,' underlining the milestone with a series of state-wide initiatives.
A Quarter-Century of Public Life
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Majhi recalled that Prime Minister Modi was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Gujarat on 7 October 2001 — the starting point of his uninterrupted public service. 'From serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat for the first 13 years and as the Prime Minister for the last 12 years, he has continuously served the country and transformed India into a strong, prosperous and decisive nation,' Majhi said.
The Chief Minister emphasised that Modi had 'never considered himself a ruler' but had instead dedicated himself as the 'Pradhan Sevak' — chief servant — of 140 crore Indians.
Odisha's Month-Long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan
Majhi noted that the people of Odisha had participated enthusiastically in the month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', which commenced on 17 September to commemorate the 25-year milestone. Under the 'Ashirwad Ki Diya' initiative, citizens across the state lit one crore lamps to extend their good wishes to the Prime Minister.
Notably, a total of 8,810 units of blood were collected during the campaign — a figure that, according to Majhi, set a new national record.
Welfare Schemes and the 'Double Engine' Push
The Chief Minister highlighted a range of Central and state welfare programmes, including the Ujjwala Yojana, Jan Dhan Yojana, and Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. He also referenced state-level schemes such as 'KG to PG', Gopabandhu Jana Arogya Yojana, Subhadra Yojana, Mukhyamantri Kanyabibaha Yojana, Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangal Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Antyodaya Gruha Yojana, Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana, PM-KISAN, and CM-KISAN.
Majhi described the development process in Odisha as progressing rapidly through what he called the 'double-engine' government model — the joint effort of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Centre and state administration. He stated that the state's primary goal was to build a 'prosperous, empowered and self-reliant Odisha by 2036' and contribute to Modi's 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision.
BJP Leaders and PM Modi's Direct Outreach
Alongside the Khordha event, 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha' and 'Seva Jyoti Yatra' programmes were also organised in Bhubaneswar, attended by BJP state president Manmohan Samal and other senior party leaders. Prime Minister Modi also interacted directly with people from all 30 revenue districts of Odisha, including those from the state capital, during the 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha' event.
Samal said Modi's address had 'filled people across the country with renewed enthusiasm and strength to fulfil the resolve of Viksit Bharat 2047.' Majhi concluded by urging party workers and citizens to ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach people at the last mile.
With the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan concluding on this day and PM Modi interacting across all 30 districts, the BJP in Odisha appears set to sustain outreach momentum heading into the next phase of state development planning.
Point of View
But the more substantive test is whether the 'double-engine' government's last-mile delivery on schemes like PM-KISAN and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana actually closes Odisha's persistent development gaps. Majhi's 2036 self-reliance target, tethered to the 2047 Viksit Bharat framing, gives the BJP a long electoral horizon to sell — but it also raises the accountability bar for measurable outcomes over the next decade.
NationPress
8 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is PM Modi's 25-year public service milestone being celebrated in 2025?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was first sworn in as Chief Minister of Gujarat on 7 October 2001, marking the start of his uninterrupted public service. The 25th anniversary of that oath falls on 7 October 2025, prompting the BJP to organise nationwide and state-level commemorative events including the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan.
What is the 'Seva Jyoti Yatra' and where was it held?
The 'Seva Jyoti Yatra' is a BJP-organised programme marking PM Modi's 25 years in public service. In Odisha, the event was held in Khordha on 7 October 2025, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, with a parallel programme in Bhubaneswar attended by BJP state president Manmohan Samal.
What was the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' in Odisha?
The 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' was a month-long state-wide initiative in Odisha that began on 17 September 2025 to mark PM Modi's 25-year milestone. It included the 'Ashirwad Ki Diya' programme, where one crore lamps were lit, and a blood donation drive that collected a record 8,810 units.
How did PM Modi participate in the Odisha events?
PM Modi interacted directly with people from all 30 revenue districts of Odisha, including Bhubaneswar, during the 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha' event held on 7 October 2025.
What development goals did Odisha CM Majhi highlight at the event?
Chief Minister Majhi stated that Odisha's primary goal is to build a prosperous, empowered, and self-reliant state by 2036, contributing to PM Modi's broader 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision. He urged party workers and citizens to ensure last-mile delivery of welfare schemes including PM-KISAN, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, and Ayushman Bharat.
