Sister has right to do what she wants: Odisha CM on Padma Shri row
Speaking on writer Gita Mehta's decision to decline Padma Shri award, Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik said his sister has the "right to do whatever she desires". Mehta turned down the award citing its timing ahead of the 2019 general elections. Mehta was named for the award in the 'Foreigners' category for her contribution to the field of art and literature.