Simulia MLA and former minister Jyotiprakash Panigrahi on Wednesday tendered his resignation from the primary membership of the Biju Janata Dal."I do hereby tender my resignation from the primary membership of Biju Janata Dal with immediate .
Dakshina Kannada district minister Dinesh Gundu Rao criticizes Belthangady MLA Harish Poonja for using foul language, issuing threats, and obstructing police from discharging their duties. The MLA's actions have been condemned for supporting anti-social elements and disrespecting the Constitution.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi enquires about the Ratna Bhandar keys mystery at Puri Jagannath temple, pledges to reveal the circumstances if BJP forms govt in Odisha. BJP uses Ratna Bhandar as a key narrative in state politics, raising contentious issues in election rallies. BJD refutes false claims and assures opening of Ratna Bhandar in July under a retired Supreme Court judge's supervision.
Three-time Nimapara MLA and former minister Samir Ranjan Dash joins BJP after being denied a ticket for ongoing polls. Eight sitting MLAs and two MPs of BJD have also joined BJP recently. BJP vs BJD war of words continues in Odisha politics.