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Naveen Patnaik Returns Triumphantly to Odisha Post Spine Surgery Recovery

ODISHA, JUL 12 – Naveen Patnaik underwent nearly four-hour cervical arthroplasty to treat arthritis and will resume active political work after a three-week recovery, party sources said.

  • On July 12, Naveen Patnaik, ex-Chief Minister of Odisha and BJD leader, arrived back in Bhubaneswar following a successful surgical procedure in Mumbai to treat cervical arthritis.
  • He underwent the nearly four-hour surgery on June 22 at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, as concerns about his health grew during the 2024 elections.
  • Thousands of supporters and party members warmly welcomed Patnaik along the route from Biju Patnaik International Airport to his residence, Naveen Niwas.
  • BJD vice-president Debiprasad Mishra called him the state's most popular leader, while BJD sources said his return counters the BJP's campaign on his health.
  • After resting at home as advised, Patnaik is expected to resume active leadership, energizing the party to challenge the BJP government in Odisha.
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Ommcom News broke the news in Bhubaneswar, India on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
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