A legacy battle erupts: Rival events on Biju Patnaik’s death anniversary set up political face-off
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Biju Patnaik's 29th death anniversary on April 17 becomes a political battleground in Odisha. The ruling BJD organizes 'Prabada Purusha Dibasa' across 147 constituencies, while sidelined Biju loyalists, including former Union minister Dilip Ray, plan parallel commemoration under Odisha Nagarika Mancha banner, claiming Biju Babu belongs to all Odisha, not one party.
Key Entities
Biju PatnaikBiju Janata Dal (BJD)Dilip RayOdisha Nagarika ManchaBijoy MohapatraOdishaPrabada Purusha Dibasa