Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Minister Surendranath Naik.
In a condolence message, the Chief Minister said, ‘his death is a great loss to the State’.
A seven-time MLA from Kakatpur, Naik had been experiencing old-age-related ailment for quite some time. Apart from being an MLA, he was chairman of Astarang Panchayat Samiti from 1960 to 1967.
During his political career, he held various ministerial portfolios, including agriculture, revenue, and education.
His seven terms as MLA and various ministerial portfolios made him a seasoned leader. His absence will be felt in the legislative assembly and the political circles.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi expresses grief over demise of former Minister Surendranath Naik
