BJD's MLA candidate for Khallikote, Suryamani Vaidya, faced stiff opposition from local residents during her campaign in various panchayats. Villagers accused her of neglecting development and failing to fulfill promises made in the 2019 election.
BJP National Vice-President, Jay Panda, refuted BJD's remarks about his health and criticized a Tamil puppeteer for not fully understanding Odia, which led to misconceptions about statements regarding the CM's health. He highlighted concerns over non-Odia control and misuse of AI-generated deepfake videos.
Ranendra Pratap Swain, BJD's candidate for the Athagarh Assembly, stated the viral photo showing him blessed by VK Pandian as a morphed one.
The independent MLA candidate has been booked on attempt to murder charges and has been sent to judicial custody after the rejection of his bail petition.
The second phase of the Odisha Assembly Elections 2024 features 95 crorepati candidates among 265 contestants. With the highest assets, BJP's Dilip Ray leads, followed by BJD's Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo and CM Naveen Patnaik. The average asset per candidate is Rs 3.98 crore.
The first phase of Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha ended peacefully with a 73.97% voter turnout. BJP's Vijaypal Singh Tomar claims the party will win all four Lok Sabha and 18 of the 28 Assembly seats contested, predicting a clear majority and government formation.
BJP leader Baijayant Panda campaigned in Kendrapara, interacting with lawyers and seeking their support for the upcoming elections. He emphasized the significant public backing for Narendra Modi's third term as Prime Minister. The campaign also included criticisms of the ruling BJD party in Odisha, highlighting a strong push for regional development and change.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to lead a significant roadshow in Cuttack on May 15, 2024, marking BJP's intensified efforts to gain power in Odisha.
In Berhampur, during polling, BJP's Pradeep Panigrahi and Independent Shibashankar Das clashed at a booth, resulting in minor injuries for Panigrahi. Post-incident, tensions flared at the police station with supporters demanding Das's release.
During the 2024 elections, over Rs 10 lakh was seized from a car in which BJD leader Apurba Aparupa was travelling at the Boudh-Nayagarh border. Police detained three individuals including the BJD leader and are investigating the cash's origin and intended use.
In Odisha, during the first phase of polling, BJP candidate Narasingha Bhatra from Jharigaon was allegedly attacked by BJD workers. This incident and another attack on BJP agents in Berhampur marked election-related violence. Police complaints were filed and investigations are ongoing.
We have respect for our CM but this Sana (younger) babu has isolated the CM from others. Be it Chief Secretary, DGP and others, nobody is allowed to meet CM without the younger babu’s permission,” said Sarangi.
The first phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha has commenced with reports of EVM glitches and a tense incident involving a BJP agent being denied early morning booth entry. The situation stabilized, and the voting process is now running smoothly across multiple booths. Odisha's Chief Electoral Officer confirmed minimal impact from these issues, with quick resolutions ensuring ongoing polling.
Voting has begun for the fourth phase of the 18th Lok Sabha elections. Following the conclusion of polling in three out of the seven phases of the Lok
The first phase of voting was held in four Lok Sabha constituencies and 28 Assembly seats in Odisha to decide the fate of candidates in the fray. As
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