Social worker Bhaskar Sahoo files nomination as an independent candidate after hurling ink on chief minister Naveen Patnaik’s aide V K Pandian. Satyabadi assembly segment, Puri Lok Sabha seat, and details of the incident.
The mercury plummeted several notches after nor’westers lashed several districts of Odisha. Rain and thunderstorms forecasted till May 9 with orange warning for heavy rainfall and gusty winds. Updates on temperature fall, relief from heat, and impacted districts.
Out of 28 assembly constituencies in the first phase of elections in the state, 12 have been identified as 'red alert' seats with all candidates declaring criminal cases. Data compiled by Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and Odisha Election Watch reveals alarming statistics of candidates with criminal records. Learn more about the candidates and their criminal cases in this detailed report.
Supporters of Congress MLA nominee Uma Rath and Independent candidate Sujit Mohapatra clash during filing of nominations in Puri. No injuries reported. Police intervene to control the situation. Recent incidents in Puri involve political candidate clashes and violence.