For the first time since 1952, the state assembly will not have any MLA from the royal families of Ganjam district. The defeat of both royal scions not only signifies personal political setbacks but also marks the end of the long-standing political association of their families.
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Twelve members of different royal families in Odisha are contesting the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, seeking votes from commoners. The ruling Biju Janata Dal has fielded eight members from royal families, followed by the BJP three and Congress one. Ten members of the royal families are contesting the Odisha Assembly elections, while two are in the fray for Lok Sabha polls.