Chaos in Odisha Assembly as Opposition Demands Justice

The Odisha Assembly faced disruptions for the second day due to opposition BJD and Congress demands for action against Governor Raghubar Das's son, Lalit Kumar, who allegedly assaulted a government official. The incident, which took place during President Droupadi Murmu’s visit, led to calls for a statement from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.

The Odisha Assembly was adjourned twice on Tuesday following a second consecutive day of disruptions over calls from the opposition BJD and Congress for action against Governor Raghubar Das's son, who allegedly assaulted a government official.

The unrest began as soon as the House assembled for Question Hour, with Opposition Chief Whip Pramila Mallik demanding a statement from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi concerning the incident involving Lalit Kumar.

Baikuntha Pradhan, an Assistant Section Officer, was allegedly assaulted by Kumar at the Puri Raj Bhavan while on duty during President Droupadi Murmu's visit on July 7. Following the incident, Pradhan was transferred to the home department. The opposition accused the state government of protecting Kumar and failing to act despite an FIR being lodged on July 12.