Former IAS Officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan Joins BJD to Serve Odisha
The former IAS officer enters politics as BJD insiders say her role may support Naveen Patnaik and the party’s succession planning.
- On Thursday, former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan joined the Biju Janata Dal in Bhubaneswar, marking her formal entry into politics after a long bureaucratic career. Party president Naveen Patnaik welcomed her as a simple member.
- Following the BJD's 2024 electoral defeat, which ended the party's 24-year rule in Odisha, leaders sought experienced recruits. BJD leader Manmath Routray stated the party realized they needed capable individuals like Karthikeyan to help rebuild.
- Karthikeyan previously served as a 2000-batch Odisha-cadre IAS officer, gaining prominence through her work with Mission Shakti. She was instrumental in organizing seven million people under six lakh self-help groups.
- While speculation persists regarding party succession, Patnaik clarified he will lead the BJD in the next elections. Karthikeyan joined as a simple member, though insiders suggest her role may support broader succession plans.
- Expressing gratitude, Karthikeyan committed to serving Odisha under Patnaik's leadership with "sincerity and devotion." Her induction signals an effort to strengthen the party's foundation following the recent political setback.
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