Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during an election campaign rally for Lok Sabha polls, in Kendrapara, Odisha, PTI Odisha PM Modi runs govt for billionaires, CM Patnaik for few: Rahul Gandhi in Odisha poll rally

He said that if Congress returns to power, it will waive off farm loans.

"Whenever there is a need, Congress will waive off crop loans," he said, adding that a legal framework for MSP for all crops will also be ensured.

"The salary of Anganwadi and ASHA workers will be doubled, while MGNREGA wage will be hiked to Rs 400 per day," he said.

Odisha will vote in the Lok Sabha elections and assembly polls simultaneously in four phases, starting on May 13.

There are 21 Lok Sabha seats in the state and a 147-member assembly.