The Architect of Modern Odisha.

He built the state with steel, and preserved its soul with scripture.

History remembers Shree Janaki Ballav Patnaik as the man who woke a sleeping state. He was the rare leader who could command the assembly floor and translate the Mahabharata with equal mastery. From the roar of 1000 industries to the quiet revival of the Odia language, discover the story of the Scholar-Statesman who engineered the Odisha we live in today.

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Shree Janaki Ballav Patnaik

The Journey of the Legend

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Birth of a Visionary

Born on January 3 in Rameswar village, Khordha.

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Life Story of Janaki Ballav Patnaik

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Janaki Ballav Patnaik - A Visionary Leader

Exploring the remarkable leadership and contributions of Janaki Ballav Patnaik in shaping Odisha's development and progress.

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A visual showcase of J.B. Patnaik's contributions and their lasting impact.

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