India, March 5 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday remembered former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik on his 109th birth anniversary. The PM recalled Biju Patnaik's contribution to Odisha's development and to empowering people.

He recalled how Biju Patnaik was staunchly committed to democratic ideals and strongly opposed the Emergency. PM Modi also hailed his visionary leadership and indomitable spirit that still continue to inspire generations.

Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), PM Modi shared, "Remembering Biju Babu on his birth anniversary. We fondly recall his contribution toward Odisha's development and his empowering people. He was also staunchly committed to democratic ideals, strongly opposing the Emergency."

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