Naveen Patnaik, the current Chief Minister of Odisha, is a prominent Indian politician, writer and philanthropist. Born on 16th October 1946 in Cuttack, Odisha, Naveen Patnaik is the son of Biju Patnaik who was also a former Chief Minister of Odisha. Naveen Patnaik is a man of many talents and has made a significant contribution to Indian politics.
Naveen Patnaik started his education at Welham Boys’ School in Dehradun and later went to Doon School. He then went to Delhi University and got his degree in Political Science. Naveen Patnaik began his career as a writer and authored several books on art and culture. He also worked as a journalist for the Times of India and the Indian Express.
In 1996, Naveen Patnaik entered politics and formed his own political party, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). The party was named after his father, Biju Patnaik, who was a popular politician in Odisha. Naveen Patnaik contested the assembly elections in 1997 and won from Hinjili constituency in Ganjam district. He became the Chief Minister of Odisha for the first time in 2000.
Since then, Naveen Patnaik has been the Chief Minister of Odisha for five consecutive terms. He is known for his clean image and his efforts to develop Odisha. Under his leadership, Odisha has made significant progress in areas like healthcare, education, infrastructure, and tourism. He has also implemented several welfare programs for the people of Odisha.
Naveen Patnaik has received several awards and honors for his contribution to Indian politics. In 2018, he was awarded the ‘Ideal Chief Minister’ award by the Indian School of Mines, Dhanbad. He was also awarded the ‘Best Administrator in India’ award by the Outlook magazine in 2010.
Apart from his political career, Naveen Patnaik is also a philanthropist and has worked for several social causes. He has set up the Biju Patnaik Foundation, which works for the welfare of women, children, and the underprivileged. He has also taken several initiatives to promote art and culture in Odisha.
In conclusion, Naveen Patnaik is a man of many talents and has made a significant contribution to Indian politics. He has been the Chief Minister of Odisha for five consecutive terms and has worked tirelessly for the development of the state. His clean image and his efforts to promote social welfare have earned him respect and admiration from people across the country.
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