BJD's Integrity Shines: MLA Stays Loyal Amid Bribery Offer

Sudarshan Haripal, the Rengali MLA, was praised by the BJD for rejecting a Rs 15 crore bribe and remaining loyal to the party during Rajya Sabha elections. The BJD leaders also criticized eight MLAs for cross-voting against the party, despite previously benefiting from it.

In a show of unwavering allegiance, Rengali MLA Sudarshan Haripal has been praised by the BJD for rejecting a significant bribery offer. Haripal, a first-time legislator, turned down Rs 15 crore meant to sway his vote against his own party in the Rajya Sabha elections.

During a press conference at party headquarters, BJD's Pramila Mallik and other leaders lauded Haripal's refusal to compromise his principles. His decision was highlighted as a reflection of his dedication to the ideology of the party's founder, Biju Patnaik.

Simultaneously, the party leaders expressed their disappointment with eight other MLAs who chose to cross-vote, aligning themselves with an independent candidate supported by BJP, and accused them of betraying both Naveen Patnaik and the party.

(With inputs from agencies.)