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Without Naveen Patnaik’s Unifying Presence, BJD Risks Fracturing into Factions led by Ambitious “Satraps” (Regional Strongmen), Similar to other Regional Outfits like Shiv Sena or AIADMK post their Founders

By Our Correspondent BHUBANESWAR: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) faces a precarious future in Odisha politics as of early 2026, particularly in a scenario without its long-time leader Naveen Patnaik and his former aide V.K. Pandian. While the party has deep roots in regional identity and a history of governance from 2000 to 2024, its survival hinges on resolving internal fractures, grooming new leadership, and adapting to opposition dynamics after th…
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indianewsdiary.com broke the news in on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
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