JD (U) demands Bharat Ratna for Biju Patnaik

Bhubaneswar: Biju Patnaik, a proverbial man in and outside the country, is a patriot, famous for his heroic story, and at the same time, he was able to establish himself as a leader of the top political leadership of the country. His contribution to the country is undeniable. The central government has not accepted the demand for giving him ‘Bharat Ratna’. Biju Janata Dal has proposed to the central government at various times for Bharat Ratna to Biju. Biju Patnaik, a freedom fighter and former chief minister of Odisha, has made a unique contribution to the formation of independent India, but the Congress and BJP governments have not made an effort to give Biju Babu the title in order to commemorate his contribution. In the press conference, KC Tyagi criticized the BJP and Congress government’s attitude of neglect towards Biju. Tyagi said that Biju Patnaik’s work style and patriotism were unique in the freedom struggle and the importance of Bijubabu in the political landscape of India after independence. It is ironic that Bijubabu has not been given the Bharat Ratna so far. Political parties should make a joint effort to give Bijubabu the title. He was not only the glory of Odisha, but his political status at the national level surprised the leaders of the time. Srikanth Jena also supported KC Tyagi’s demand.

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