BIJU PATNAIK: THE RAINMAKER OF OPPOSITION POLITICS

Category Biographies & Memoirs
Format Paperback
Imprint Rupa
Price 295

ISBN: 978-93-5702-973-5
Pages: 176 pages
Date: 5th February 2024

ABOUT THIS BOOK

Transitioning from pilot to freedom fighter, businessman to politician, Biju Patnaik was a multifaceted leader and towering regional icon who has left behind an impactful legacy. Step into the riveting saga of Biju Patnaik, the icon of resurgent opposition politics, through this compelling biography, Biju Patnaik: The Rainmaker of Opposition Politics. His journey, from leaving office in 1963 to reclaiming it in 1990, epitomized resilience and rebirth in politics. Whether as chief minister or Opposition leader, Patnaik’s unwavering connection with the people of Odisha defied conventional politics. Navigating triumphs and trials, Patnaik wielded immense influence, shaping the state’s destiny. His adept manoeuvring from the state secretariat to the corridors of power in Delhi showcased unparalleled strategic prowess, strengthening Opposition alliances and advocating for a credible alternative to the dominant Congress. Biju had tremendous faith in Opposition unity, considering it vital for the survival of democracy in the country. A visionary and unifier, Biju Patnaik’s legacy as a stalwart of Opposition unity echoes through the captivating pages of this stirring account.

AUTHOR OF THE BOOK

Bhaskar Parichha is a Bhubaneswar-based journalist and author with a broad spectrum of interests. He is the author of four books, including Unbiased: Writings on India, No Strings Attached: Writings on Odisha and Madhubabu: The Global Indian. His essay collection titled Naveen @ 25: Perspectives was recently published. He has also co-edited a book on Bhubaneswar and Odisha.