Exclusive Interview: VK Pandian on Naveen Patnaik's Succession Plan, Hindutva & Ties With BJP

Called 'Odisha's Super CM' by PM Modi and 'Naveen Patnaik's heir' by the media, former bureaucrat VK Pandian sees the CM as his "Guru". In a detailed interview with The Quint, Pandian discusses what bonds him with CM Patnaik, what went wrong in ties with BJP and whether he can be the CM of Odisha.
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[satyapriyaswain]

For the first time, watched pandian babu's interview. Excellent stuff.... So much clarity

[victormanickam]

As a Tamilian, it's great to read the beautiful testimonies of Mr VKP. God

[ManavKumarKkar]

Naveen Patnaik's undisputed popularity is a testament to his consistent performance and Pandian's support in steering Odisha's growth

[JemsRider]

VK Pandian's influence in shaping Odisha's future cannot be underestimated, especially in the context of Patnaik's succession

[AbhishekSahoo-virp]

Naveen Patnaik's ability to maintain communal harmony stands out amid the rising tide of Hindutva

[view-gi]

V K Pandian is correct. Honorable PM has stooped very low like a third rated politician.

[umaamarnath]

From tamilnadu. Hats off sir. All Indians will love to have a CM OR PM like Naveensir, and like you too. You people are in limelight now, because of elections. No media spread good about Odissa You words are so pure. It came from heart. Long live CM, yourself and people of Odissa

[JemsRider]

VK Pandian's strategic insights are crucial for the BJD as it prepares for a future beyond Naveen Patnaik

[caliph]

Pandiyan's language is awesome. He is a pride of odisha and tamilnadu. Hope Annamalai learns from him

[peterk]

VK pandian speech is not like a filthy politician but he speaks like a well educated. India needs such kind of politician in all states.

[BankiBoy]

"Naveen Patnaik's enduring popularity is a hurdle for the BJP's aspirations in Odisha

[MrBubu-zreh]

The BJD's focus on development under Patnaik's leadership resonates strongly with the people of Odisha

[amitkumarpanda]

Finally some educated stuff from BJD..bjp knows nothing except religious differentiation..

[kasturirangan]

One of the best interviews in recent time. He answered all questions in a dignified manner.

[ramezcbz]

Orissa will become like south states in economy and education in future, if you people support Mr. Pandian

[nraja]

"Only weak do politics of Religion, Region and Caste" ❤

[AbhishekSahoo-virp]

Naveen Patnaik's enduring popularity is a hurdle for the BJP's aspirations in Odisha

[CSEStudent-dzjb]

The BJP's Hindutva narrative finds limited traction in Odisha, where Patnaik's secular approach prevails

[anthonybalachandar]

It is expected that all IAS officers should effectively work Like Mr. V. Pandian, IAS and redress the grievance of Tribal with out looking the cast and colour of people in India.

[Priyanka_]

What Bjd has done for odisha no bjp will ever do that
Bjp thrives on religious issue
Bjd thrives on real people issue solution