Congress Confronts Odisha's Silence Over Violent Assembly Clash

The Congress in Odisha confronts Chief Minister Mohan Maji's silence post a violent clash between its supporters and police, invoking questions about a conspiracy allegedly by the BJP. Both parties exchange accusations as Congress highlights police brutality and emphasizes women's safety across the state.

In the wake of Thursday's violent clash between Congress supporters and the police in Bhubaneswar, Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Maji remains silent, drawing ire from state Congress President Bhakta Charan Das. The confrontation has led to injuries and accusations of a conspiracy engineered by the BJP.

Despite the Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal labeling Congress actions as violent, Das maintains the protest was peaceful, only turning chaotic due to police intervention. Allegations and counter-allegations fly as Das points to BJP's orchestration of previous city riots.

Highlighting the severe injuries sustained by Congress members, Das calls for a Human Rights Commission intervention, while the police assert they will jail those involved in the violence. Amidst a politically charged atmosphere, the Congress pledges to prioritize women's safety across Odisha.

(With inputs from agencies.)