Harekrushna Mahatab (born Harekrushna Das, 21 November 1899 – 2 January 1987) was the leader of the Indian National Congress, a notable figure in the Indian independence movement and the Chief Minister of Odisha from 1946 to 1950 and from 1956 to 1961.

'Mahtāb' (Persian: مهتاب, "moonlight", "the fullmoon ", splendor of the "moon") [1] is a given name derived from Persian. Notable people with the name include: ^ Richardson, John (1777). A Dictionary, Persian, Arabic, and English. Clarendon Press. p. 1905. Look up mahtab in Wiktionary, the free dictionary.

Nov 12, 2024 · Mahatab, known as Utkal Keshari, was a Congress leader who had a falling out with Indira Gandhi in the late 1960s, and was subsequently jailed for opposing the Emergency. Here’s why his life and work present an ideal political opportunity for Odisha’s new ruling party to claim and celebrate.

14 hours ago · Union Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the visionary contributions of former chief minister Harekrushna Mahatab during a memorial lecture at Ravenshaw University. Describing Mahatab as a multifaceted personality, Gadkari praised his role in Odisha's infrastructure and social development, urging youth to emulate his commitment to societal progress.

Mahatab was imprisoned in Ahmedabad Port from 9th August 1942 to 1945. During the time he wrote the History of Orissa, three epic, three novels and a Motley of poems.

Mahatab was the first Chief Minister of Orissa from 1946 to 1950, and again from 1956 to 1960. In this position, Mahatab is credited with formulating the modern-day contours of Odisha by steering the integration of 26 erstwhile Odia-speaking Princely States.

Oct 8, 2014 · Harekrushna Mahatab was the First Chief Minister of Orissa when a separate state was carved out during British regime. He served as Chief Minister of Orissa from 23rd April1946 to 12th May 1950 after winning a massive victory for Congress in the State assembly polls.

Nov 13, 2024 · The Odisha government has launched a year-long celebration to honour the 125th birth anniversary of Dr Harekrushna Mahatab. Mahatab, a prominent figure in Odisha’s history, played important role in shaping modern Odisha. The BJP sees this celebration as a means to boost Odia pride, especially after gaining political power in the state.

His contribution to Modern Odisha from Social, Industrial, Economical, Literature and Political spheres is unparallel. He is truly the first Odia to be widely recognized on National and International forum. His man marshalling ability pre and …

He was the founding president of the Odisha Olympic Association. Dr. Mahatab founded the weekly Prajatantra in 1923, which later became a popular daily with literary features for children and adult readers. He also founded the English daily-cum- weekly Eastern Times.