Biju Patnaik
Biju Patnaik was an influential Indian politician and industrialist, known for his role as the Chief Minister of Odisha and his significant contributions to the state's development. He is remembered for his adventurous spirit, notably flying a Douglas DC-3 Dakota aircraft to rescue Indonesian leaders during their struggle for independence in 1947. His legacy includes initiatives in education, industry, and infrastructure that have shaped modern Odisha.
Born on Mar 05, 1916 (109 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 1,238,783 | $2,900,000 | 2,603$ |
| Totals | 1 | 1,380,004,385 | 1,238,783 | $2,900,000 | 2,603$ |
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Biju Patnaik had flown a Douglas DC-3 Dakota to rescue former Indonesian prime minister Sutan Sjahrir and vice-president Mohammad Hata from Dutch blockades in 1947.
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