Assembly Chaos: Opposition Questions BJP on Odisha's Missing Women

The Odisha Assembly witnessed chaos as Congress accused the ruling BJP of creating disruptions to avoid addressing the issue of missing women and children. As members scuffled, the proceedings were adjourned. Congress criticizes the BJP's evasion tactics and demands accountability for the safety of women and children in the state.

The Odisha Assembly devolved into chaos as the Congress party accused the ruling BJP of deliberately causing disruptions to evade important questions about the alarming number of missing women and children. The tension escalated into a scuffle between members, leading Speaker Surama Padhy to adjourn proceedings till noon.

Drama unfolded when senior BJP legislator Jaynarayan Mishra confronted Congress MLA Taraprasad Bahinipati amidst a reply by Urban Development Minister K C Mohapatra. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh took to social media, sharing the video's chaos, accusing the BJP of using physical altercations as a strategy to dodge queries.

Amid the uproar, numerous parties demanded answers, with Congress emphasizing the need for accountability on women's safety concerns. This turmoil marks yet another day of unrest in the Assembly, following contentious remarks by Mishra on historical issues and growing demands for clarification from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.

(With inputs from agencies.)