Naveen Patnaik slams Odisha govt for dropping Biju Patnaik’s name from Panchayati Raj Day, calls it ‘immature politics’

Former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik criticized the government's decision to separate Panchayati Raj Day from his father Biju Patnaik's birth anniversary. He emphasized Biju's legacy and contributions to Odisha, challenging attempts to erase his father's impact. Government officials cited no intent to diminish Biju's legacy, highlighting his role in industrialization and panchayat empowerment.

Naveen Patnaik slams Odisha govt for dropping Biju Patnaik’s name from Panchayati Raj Day, calls it ‘immature politics’
Former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik criticized the government's decision to separate Panchayati Raj Day from his father Biju Patnaik's birth anniversary. He emphasized Biju's legacy and contributions to Odisha, challenging attempts to erase his father's impact. Government officials cited no intent to diminish Biju's legacy, highlighting his role in industrialization and panchayat empowerment.