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

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on June 9, 2024
Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's trusted aide, VK Pandian, announced his retirement from active politics on Sunday. Pandianโ€™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 on June 8, 2024 -  03:39
Odisha Election Result: Naveen Patnaik Accepts Defeat, Says โ€˜People Of Odisha Are My Familyโ€™
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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