Naveen Patnaik's close aide VK Pandian retires from active politics

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Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's trusted aide, VK Pandian, announced his retirement from active politics on Sunday. Pandian’s decision comes shortly after the Biju Janata Dal (BJP) experienced significant setbacks in both the Odisha assembly and Lok Sabha elections. This move also follows a statement from Naveen...

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Published 3 weeks ago -  03:39
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Days after the Odisha assembly election results, outgoing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik clarified that BJD leader VK Pandian, despite his long association as Patnaik's private secretary and subsequent entry into politics, is not his chosen successor. Patnaik emphasised that the people of Odisha will ultimately decide on his successor. Patnaik acknowledged Pandian's contributions in various sectors but reiterated that Pandian had not held any official party position. #OdishaElection #NaveenPatnaik #DefeatAcceptance #OdishaFamily #ElectionResults #PoliticalStatement #PeoplePower #LeadershipGrace #OdishaVotes #PatnaikLegacy #PoliticalTransition #BJDSupport #DemocracyWins #PeoplePower #GraciousExit

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V. K. Pandian

Member of Biju Janata Dal


Odisha

State in Eastern India
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Biju Janata Dal

Political party in India

Lok Sabha

Lower house of the Parliament of India
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