New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to Biju Patnaik on his birth anniversary.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Tributes to Biju Babu on his birth anniversary. His futuristic vision for India, emphasis on human empowerment as well as social justice inspires us all. The nation is proud of his efforts for Odisha’s progress.”
Patnaik, who served twice as the Chief Minister of Odisha, passed away in the year 1997.