V Dinesh Reddy, IPS (Retd)
DG Police, Andhra Pradesh
While I have known Dr Jagannath Patnaik for just a few months, I feel that I know him for a much longer period of time.
Dr Patnaaik is a very intelligent, articulate and sensitive man. He is truly a man of principle.Dr Patnaaik’s variety of experience makes him qualified for an administrator in a variety of educational institutions. His experience as a division head in an institution that is more of a start-up rather than an established programme gives him the experience he needs to meet any future challenge.
Dr Patnaaik is a true professional and good friend. We have worked together through
many difficult situations and he has always been supportive and maintained his professionalism.
He is direct, generous, bright, and clearly has people in his heart. Simply put there are three aspects of Dr Patnaaik’s character I would emphasize. First, he has integrity without compromise. People respect him a great deal. Dr Patnaaik also meets people with compassion and common sense. His sense of humor is noteworthy. Finally, he has a wide range of interests and can rise above narrow outlook to see a larger picture. He takes prudent risks. He has intellectual curiosity. Dr Patnaaik is also comfortable in his own skin, to use a cliché.
To clock 50th is not a joke. Congratulations for completing half a century! May you tie up your belt for another 50 years ahead. Wishing you all the best!