Exit Poll 2019: Post results, Naveen Patnaik has a bigger role to play

Naveen Patnaik enjoys huge popularity in Odisha and reportedly, both the NDA and UPA seek the support of Patnaik's BJD. Patnaik has been Odisha's CM for almost 19 years. In case of a hung Assembly, Odisha CM's role becomes crucial. Recently, PM Modi lauded Patnaik's efforts to counter cyclone 'Fani'.