News from Kendrapara. Odisha

Incessant rainfall has flooded the Brahmani River, submerging the Pattamundai-Rajnagar main road in Kendrapara, Odisha, disrupting life and isolating several panchayats. Crocodile sightings add to villagers' fears.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's helicopter remains grounded at Kendrapara Autonomous College, raising public safety and parade location concerns ahead of Independence Day. Despite the time elapsed, there has been no successful repair, raising serious concerns. Residents also fear that a second location has to be identified for the parade.

Alekha Nath's family was exiled from Balia village, Kendrapara, by a Kangaroo court in 2025, highlighting rural Odisha's law and order issues. Fearing a threat to life, the man, along with his wife and five young daughters, fled from the village. Their whereabouts are still not known.

A six-feet-long female saltwater crocodile was rescued from a village pond near Bhitarkanika National Park and released into the wild by forest officials, following a two-hour operation. The reptile had been roaming in Endalapur village for more than two weeks. Some locals informed the forest officials, who later rescued it from the pond.

A pregnant woman, Namita Bhuiyan, allegedly died due to dowry harassment in Kendrapara. Her family refuses post-mortem until all accused are arrested, sparking outrage. The family is demanding justice and immediate arrests before they allow the post-mortem, holding onto their daughter’s body as both proof and protest.

A crocodile allegedly attacked and dragged a resident Kajal Mohanty into a river in Kendrapara district, as her daughter watched helplessly. The victim woman was washing clothes near the riverbank when the crocodile emerged from the water and suddenly pulled her in. Despite search efforts, she remains missing.

BSF jawan Suryakant Dash from Kendrapara died under mysterious circumstances in Kolkata, suspected due to Rs 65 lakh gambling debts. Over the past two years, Suryakant had been extensively involved in online gaming, using his earnings and borrowing additional funds to support his gambling activities.

BJP National Vice-President and Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda reviewed government welfare schemes for rural electrification, focusing on easy access to electricity and addressing power disruptions. The committee also discussed ensuring Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana reaches out to people at the grassroots level.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi praised Kendrapara district's performance in Subhadra and Lakhpati Didi schemes, announcing upcoming projects including temple revamps, canal improvements, and industrial expansions to boost development.

An 18-year-old from Bangari, Umakanta Jena, died after allegedly consuming poison in Kendrapara. Suspicions arise over online gaming influence and money loss. Investigation continues.

BJP's Baijayant Panda criticises West Bengal CM over the naming of a local temple as 'Jagannath Dham', asserting Puri as the sole holder of this title. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced again in support of the naming, stirring debate and criticism.

In Kendrapara, Odisha, Prashant Sahu died allegedly due to a wrong injection by a local medicine store owner Sanjay Patra. Prashant had chest pain and vomiting thereafter. The victim youth's family filed a complaint. Aul police have launched a detailed investigation, which is underway.

Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda reappointed as Chairperson of the Public Undertakings Committee for FY 2025-26. A total of twenty-two Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members were elected. The Kendrapara MP was also previously appointed Chairperson of the Committee for the FY 2024-25.

Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda met Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi to discuss key district projects. Topics included accelerating drinking water projects, developing a logistics park, establishing eco-tourism in Dangamala, and promoting Buddhist heritage tourism at Lalitgiri and many more.

The incident occurred while the truck was returning from Pattamundai, carrying equipment for the theatre troupe. As it approached the District Education Officer's office area, the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, veering off the road and crashing directly into two pan shops located nearby.