Triveniganj, Supaul: On Wednesday, an life-size statue of former Bihar Chief Minister Dr. Jagannath Mishra was unveiled in his ancestral village of Balua Bazar, marking his seventh death anniversary. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary visited the village and paid homage to Dr. Mishra's statue. A large number of local residents and supporters were present at the unveiling ceremony, describing the event as a moment of pride for the region.

Born on June 24, 1937, in Balua Bazar, Supaul district, Dr. Jagannath Mishra established himself in the field of economics after completing his higher education. Following his academic career, he entered active politics, joining the Congress and beginning his public life. Through his political and administrative prowess, he became a prominent figure in Bihar's politics. Dr. Mishra led the state as Chief Minister of Bihar three times. His first tenure was from 1975 to 1977, followed by terms from 1980 to 1983, and again from 1989 to 1990.

During his time in office, he placed special emphasis on expanding education, resolving teachers' issues, rural development, and strengthening administrative systems. Besides his role in Bihar's politics, Dr. Mishra also played a significant part in national politics, serving as the Union Minister of Commerce. Despite various ups and downs in his political career, his influence in Bihar's public life remained strong for a long time. Dr. Mishra believed that education and good governance were the foundations of development. His supporters remember him as a visionary public leader, and political analysts consider his place in Bihar's modern political history significant. The unveiling of his statue in his ancestral village on his seventh death anniversary is seen as an important initiative to commemorate his contributions, creating an emotional and respectful atmosphere in the village.