Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has condoled the demise of former Odisha Governor M M Rajendran.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) Patnaik said:
Deeply saddened to know about the demise of Shri M.M. Rajendran, former Governor of #Odisha. His long years of experience as a career bureaucrat had made him carve a niche for himself as an Administrator. He will be always remembered for his dedication and service to the people.…
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) December 23, 2023
Rajendran had served as Governor of Odisha from 1999 to 2004.
He passed away today while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Chennai at the age of 88.