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Naveen Patnaik Re-elected as BJD President for Ninth Term

Itishree Sethy by Itishree Sethy
April 19, 2025
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Naveen Patnaik has been re-elected as the president of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) for the ninth consecutive term.


This milestone comes at a critical juncture for the party, which is grappling with internal divisions and the aftermath of its defeat in the 2024 elections.

 

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Patnaik faces the daunting task of restructuring the party and addressing factionalism that has created a leadership vacuum in several districts. The question of whether to empower young leaders or rely on experienced senior members looms large. Adding to the complexity is the growing discontent among senior leaders over Patnaik’s unwavering support for VK Pandian, a key figure in the party’s internal dynamics.

As the BJD navigates this turbulent phase, Patnaik’s leadership will be pivotal in restoring cohesion and steering the party towards regaining its political strength in Odisha. The coming months will reveal whether this re-election marks a new beginning or a continuation of challenges for the BJD.

The re-election took place during the party’s State Council meeting at Sankha Bhawan, where Patnaik’s name was unanimously proposed for the position, as announced by the BJD. Following the announcement, a felicitation ceremony was held, where party leaders honoured Patnaik.

Patnaik, who has led the BJD since its inception in 1997, remains a prominent figure in the state despite facing recent challenges. The 78-year-old leader, who also serves as the Leader of the Opposition in the Odisha Assembly, reflected on his tenure, stating, “The BJD government from 2000 to 2024 achieved significant development for Odisha and brought recognition to the state at both national and international levels.” His comments come at a time when the party is grappling with internal tensions and external criticism.

The re-election follows a tumultuous period for the BJD, particularly after its MPs displayed rare disunity during the Rajya Sabha voting on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, earlier this month. On April 5, four BJD MPs supported the bill, while three opposed it, prompting sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The BJP accused the BJD of inconsistency, with some leaders claiming that the party was trying to balance its secular image with political pragmatism. This split has raised questions about Patnaik’s ability to maintain party discipline, which has been a hallmark of his leadership over the past two decades.

Despite these challenges, Patnaik’s re-election underscores his firm grip on the BJD. The party, named after his father and Odisha’s iconic leader Biju Patnaik, has historically dominated state politics, with Patnaik leading it to multiple electoral victories, including a landslide win in the 2017 Panchayat elections, where the BJD secured 766 out of 853 Zilla Parishad seats. However, the party’s recent electoral setbacks, including its loss of power in the 2024 Odisha Assembly elections, have put pressure on Patnaik to redefine the BJD’s strategy as an opposition force.

As Patnaik begins his ninth term as BJD president, all eyes are on how he will navigate the party through these turbulent times, balancing his legacy with the demands of a rapidly changing political landscape in Odisha.

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