Odisha Assembly Adjourned Amid Uproar Over Farmers’ Issues
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Assembly witnessed chaotic scenes today as ruling BJD legislators stormed into the House with placards, raising slogans over farmers’ concerns.
Opposition members countered with loud protests near the Speaker’s podium, intensifying the uproar.
The disruption forced the Speaker to adjourn proceedings until 11:30 AM, halting the Question Hour.
The protests revolved around crop‑cutting disputes, mandi irregularities, and alleged anti‑farmer policies.
Both ruling and opposition parties traded accusations of neglecting farmers’ welfare, underscoring the deepening political clash over agrarian issues.
The Speaker struggled to maintain order as slogans echoed across the chamber, highlighting the growing friction between government and opposition on rural distress.
