Bhubaneswar, Mar 5: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday paid tribute to the legendary former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik on his 110th birth anniversary.

Chief Minister Mohan Majhi led the Assembly in paying homage to Biju Patnaik, highlighting his contributions to Odisha’s development and his role in strengthening India’s democracy. Speaker Surama Padhy and Deputy Speaker Bhabani Shankar Bhoi also joined in the celebrations, underscoring the Assembly’s collective respect for the former Chief Minister.

Leaders recalled his pioneering efforts in industrialisation, education, and infrastructure, as well as his courage during India’s freedom struggle.

The Assembly session emphasised the importance of carrying forward Biju Patnaik’s ideals of progress, self-reliance, and service to the people. The commemoration served as a reminder of his towering influence on Odisha’s identity and his role as a national figure whose contributions transcended regional boundaries.

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Biju Patnaik was born on March 5, 1916, in Cuttack, Odisha. He served as Odisha's Chief Minister twice—first from 1961 to 1963 and later from 1990 to 1995.

He was also the Union Minister of Steel, Mines, and Coal. As a freedom fighter, Biju Patnaik endured several incarcerations during India’s struggle for independence. His political career included four terms in the Lok Sabha, one term in the Rajya Sabha, and seven terms in the Odisha Assembly.