Drama Unfolds in Odisha Assembly: Congress MLAs' Chaotic Day

A dramatic scuffle ensued at the Odisha Assembly as suspended Congress MLAs attempted to enter the premises, leading to their detention by police. Allegations of manhandling and denied privileges fueled tensions, with party leaders staging a protest dharna, highlighting the political unrest in the state.

In a dramatic episode at the Odisha Assembly, suspended Congress MLAs were detained following a scuffle with security personnel at the main gate. The incident was sparked by the legislators' attempt to enter the Assembly premises despite their suspension for indiscipline.

Congress leader Ram Chandra Kadam criticized the police for preventing entry, calling it a violation of their privileges. Tensions heightened as Congress activists joined the fray, leading to allegations of manhandling by the police. Bhubaneswar DCP stated that the Congress leaders were detained for breaching prohibitory orders.

Amidst the turmoil, 12 party MLAs were suspended, prompting party leaders to stage a protest dharna and accuse the ruling government of discrimination against the state's majority ST, SC, and OBC population. The high drama continued with allegations of mistreatment and deprivation within the Assembly grounds.

(With inputs from agencies.)