Bhubaneswar, May 4 -- Odisha and its culture hold significance for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and showcasing the replica of the Konark Wheel in G-20 meet shows his love for the state's art and culture, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.

According to Jaishankar, the G2O was celebrated as a festival across the country and our intention was to showcase before the world, the rich culture and legacy of various states of India and to boost tourism.

The External Affairs Minister informed that the BJP government at the Centre has supported Odisha in developmental projects and such support will keep coming. But we have seen that some central schemes like the Ayushman Bharat have not been implemented here. ...