Bhubaneswar, Oct 16: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday extended heartfelt birthday greetings to Leader of the Opposition and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik, wishing him good health, long life and happiness as he turned 80.

In a social media post, Majhi conveyed his wishes to the veteran leader and prayed for Lord Jagannath’s blessings.

“Heartfelt birthday greetings and congratulations to the esteemed Leader of the Opposition, Shri @Naveen_Odisha. I pray to Lord Shri Jagannath for your good health, long life, and a happy life,” the Chief Minister wrote.

Majhi’s message came as political leaders across party lines, thousands of BJD workers and supporters extended birthday wishes to Patnaik. Social media platforms were flooded with greetings from ministers, Members of Parliament, MLAs and leaders from different political parties, reflecting the widespread attention surrounding the occasion.

Patnaik, one of Odisha’s most prominent political figures, served as Chief Minister for 24 consecutive years, from 2000 to 2024. Following the BJD’s defeat in the 2024 Assembly elections, he assumed the role of Leader of the Opposition in the Odisha Legislative Assembly.

He continues to lead the BJD, the regional party founded by his father, former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik.

The birthday greetings from leaders across the political spectrum marked the occasion, with supporters and well-wishers wishing the veteran politician continued good health and well-being.

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