Odisha Assembly Rejects Congress’s No-Confidence Motion Again Amid Political Uproar

Bhubaneswar, Sept 23 — The Odisha Legislative Assembly descended into chaos on Tuesday as Speaker Surama Padhy rejected a second no-confidence motion brought by the Congress party against the state government.

Citing parliamentary rules, Padhy declared the motion inadmissible, stating that a repeat proposal cannot be tabled within six months of a prior rejection—even if the earlier motion lapsed due to disruptions.

The Congress’s initial motion, submitted on September 18, failed to proceed amid procedural deadlock.

The second attempt on September 22 was swiftly dismissed, prompting Congress MLAs to storm the well of the House, raise slogans, and stage a walkout. Their protest centered on issues including farmer suicides, women’s safety, and rising fertiliser prices.

Earlier in the day, BJD legislators also disrupted proceedings, leading to multiple adjournments.

An all-party meeting convened by the Speaker failed to resolve the impasse, further deepening tensions between the ruling BJD and the opposition.

The episode underscores growing political friction in Odisha, with the Congress accusing the government of mismanagement and anti-people policies.

As the Assembly session continues, the fallout from this confrontation is expected to shape the tone of upcoming debates.