Anubhav Patnaik (born 15 Aug 1980) is an Indian politician currently serving as the Advisor to E & IT Department of Odisha Government in the rank of Minister of State.
He has also been appointed as spokesperson by the ruling party of Odisha, Biju Janata Dal and secretary in charge of “Women Empowerment” for BJD.
Patnaik was inspired by his parents’ life journey of unconditional and consistent effort for gradual evolution in the manner of living of his people.
In 2014 defeating Shri Soumya Ranjan Patnaik, he was elected as an MLA of Biju Janata Dal from Khandapada assembly constituency.
This was a project with the professionals and emerging leaders from India, Pakistan, Nepal and the U.S., which was sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by World Learning.
This exceptional program was designed for two way exchange of ideas, strategies, and best practices in legislative process and policymaking, while developing sustainable and enduring linkages with professional counterparts.
During the visit Patnaik was presented with Certificate of Achievement as Delegate from India, for the U.S. department of state’s ‘Legislative Fellows Program for South & Central Asia’.
[24] Due to CFC children in the constituency have been empowered through this initiative and have participated in Gram sabha meetings to raise issues related to child rights, nutrition and welfare.