Former minister Dambarudhar Ulaka passed away at the age of 86 while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed his condolences on social media. Ulaka, a seven-time Congress MLA, served as a minister and left a legacy in the region. His contributions to society will always be remembered. May his soul rest in peace.
BJD exuded confidence to win at least 24 assembly seats in the first phase of elections in Odisha. BJP and Congress also shared their predictions for the Lok Sabha and assembly seats. Read more about the election predictions here!
Nabarangpur district in Odisha achieves record-breaking voter turnout of 84.57%, surpassing its previous record. Tribal-dominated district attributes success to voter awareness campaigns under the SVEEP initiative. High voter participation seen in assembly segments and Lok Sabha constituency. Candidates express optimism and attribute turnout to party governance.
Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency in Odisha is set for a triangular fight in the upcoming elections. The constituency, known for its significant tribal population and past religious and ethnic divides, is witnessing a contest between BJD's Achyutananda Samanta, BJP's Sukanta Kumar Panigrahi, and Congress's Amir Chand Nayak. Stay updated on the latest developments in this crucial electoral battle on May 20.
Bengal recorded the highest voter turnout of 80.2% during the fourth phase of elections, surpassing Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Despite a slight dip from the 2019 polling percentage, Bengal maintained a steady voter participation rate. Explore more about the voter turnout in Bengal and other states.