Bhubaneswar, June 16: Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Tuesday launched a coffee table book on former Union Minister Suresh Prabhu and lauded his visionary leadership and enduring contributions to nation-building, describing him as a statesman whose legacy transcends the positions he held.
Speaking at the coffee table book launch ceremony in Bhubaneswar, the Governor said that while some leaders are remembered for the offices they occupied, a select few are remembered for the ideas they championed and the values they embodied. “Suresh Prabhu belongs firmly to the latter category,” said the Governor.
“His visionary leadership and valuable contributions to governance, infrastructure, trade, energy, and public policy were highlighted, along with his dedication to public service, integrity, and commitment to national development. The event celebrated his journey in public life and contributions to nation building,” said the Governor.
Congratulating editor Sabyasachee Dash for compiling the publication, Kambhampati said the coffee table book chronicles Prabhu’s journey in public life and highlights his contributions to policy-making and governance across diverse sectors. Describing the volume as more than a collection of photographs and memories, he said it stands as a tribute to a life dedicated to public service and national development.
He also recalled his long association with Prabhu since 2002.
He said Prabhu’s public life exemplifies integrity, innovation and an unwavering commitment to the national interest.
Addressing the gathering, Prabhu thanked the Governor for attending the event. Recalling his long association with the Governor, he appreciated Odisha’s development trajectory and said the state possesses abundant natural resources and immense potential for growth.
Former State Information Commissioner Jagadananda and Chairman of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Odisha Chapter, Rajib Sahoo, also spoke on the occasion.
