Naveen Patnaik

Indian politician and author99 QUOTES

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Naveen Patnaik is an Indian politician and author. Born in 1946, he has been a central figure in Odisha politics for decades and has 99 quotes on the site. He is best known as the founder and national president of the Biju Janata Dal, a role he has held since 1997, and as the long-serving Chief Minister of Odisha. He served five consecutive terms as Chief Minister from 2000 to 2024, then became Leader of the Opposition in the Odisha Legislative Assembly in June 2024. His political career is marked by extended public service and by leadership at both the state and party level.

“Democracy should not work on the basis of personalities.”

DEMOCRACY

“Odisha faces natural calamities almost every year. The assistance we get from the Centre is mostly for temporary restoration of infrastructure. We have to spend a lot from state's own funds to work for the long-term. This puts too much stress on our finances. Precisely for this reason, Odisha should be considered for special category status.”

STRESS

“To empower the women in rural areas, we have started something called Mission Shakti.”

REFLECTIONS

“I was never in politics before I contested the Lok Sabha by-elections after my father's death.”

DEATH

“Personally, I have never considered myself corrupt or seen the need to be so. People are judged as what they are perceived to be.”

REFLECTIONS

“My interest as a regional party is to support, or try and support, whichever party fulfils the aspirations of Odisha.”

REFLECTIONS

“I am always with poor and will continue work for protecting their interests.”

REFLECTIONS

“The people of Odisha know who fulfils promises and who does not. We believe in works and not in words.”

REFLECTIONS

“I am quite fluent in Odiya. I understand the people of Odisha, and they understand me.”

REFLECTIONS

“My father used to say that you haven't learnt anything about politics unless you've been out of power for at least 10 years. That's why I am certain I am here to stay.”

POWER

“I know people voted for me only in my father's name.”

REFLECTIONS

“We've always tried to run a transparent and honest government.”

TRUTH

“I would like to express my deep gratitude to the people of Bijepur Assembly constituency for having showered their blessings on the BJD.”

GRATITUDE

“Our government has been pro-poor, progressive, and people-oriented.”

REFLECTIONS

“One should do what is good for the country.”

REFLECTIONS

“The love and affection of the people of Odisha continues to inspire me every day.”