Keeping the resolution of Odisha Legislative Assembly and sentiment of the people of Odisha irrespective of party affiliation Sri Ray urged Prime Minister to take positive decision regarding conferment of Bharat Ratna during the Birth Centenary Year of Late Biju Patnaik.
During discussion with Prime Minister, Sri Ray also reminded him about his promise for upgrading Ispat General Hospital, Rourkela to a medical college and construction of new bridge over River Brahmani. He has also discussed about political situation and certain other problems of the State.
Prime Minister Mr Modi has given positive assurance in this regard to Sri Ray.